Laurel Highlands Historical Village

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Penn’s Cave – America’s Only All Water Cavern and Wildlife Park

Glide through our all-water limestone cavern on the tour, given entirely by boatTake a ride on the wild side through the farm, nature, and wildlife park tourBrowse in our large gift shop, located in the visitors center, for gems, rock specimens, plush apparel, books, and moreEnjoy a bison or longhorn burger in the Cave Cafe, or picnic in our beautiful pastoral settingReserve a ride traveling from the cave rock to the mountaintop on the Cave Rock Mountain Tour“Get Lost” in Prospector Pete’s Miner’s Maze

Source: Penn’s Cave – America’s Only All Water Cavern and Wildlife Park

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Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Info Page | Dane’s Place

The Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail is a 70-mile continuous footpath stretching atop the Laurel Ridge. It winds from Ohiopyle, PA to Rt. 56, near Johnstown, PA. The trail affords some great views of the twisting Youghiogheny River from high above Ohiopyle State Park, to the beautiful Conemaugh Gorge, near Johnstown, PA. It is open year-round.The purpose of this page is to provide some basic information to help you plan your hike. Although I make an effort to update this site as often as I can, please keep in mind that trail conditions can change rapidly.  If you have recent information that you believe should be added to this page please contact me. And as always, you can contact the Laurel Hill Park Office with any questions about the trail.

Source: Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Info Page | Dane’s Place

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World Famous Horseshoe Curve – Railroaders Memorial Museum

An Engineering FeatTake a most beautiful drive through the Allegheny Mountains. Experience the challenge the Pennsylvania Railroad workers overcame by completing rail tracks through this rough terrain. Once you have arrived at the Horseshoe Curve, enjoy one of the World’s most incredible engineering feats.Ride the Funicular or walk 194 beautiful landscaped steps to the tracks for a front seat view of a train mans’ wonder. You will also find the Horseshoe Curve to be a relaxing and entertaining place to enjoy a picnic lunch.

Source: World Famous Horseshoe Curve – Railroaders Memorial Museum