Endless Adventure in the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors
In the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors region, you can hear the bugle of an elk in the wild, stand at the feet of some of the tallest trees in the northeastern United States, paddle the 2019 River of the Year, visit a world-famous groundhog, find intriguing history throughout many charming small towns, and sample the area's many flavors at unforgettable wineries, breweries, distilleries, and restaurants. Come to the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors and find your endless adventure.
Enjoy the crisp mountain air and kaleidoscope of colors in the PA Great Outdoors! Witness the wild elk herd during the rut season, find a spooky Halloween event, or enjoy some fresh cider. Visit our website for more inspiration to plan your fall-cation!
Halloween Happenings
Looking for some spooky fun? Check out these haunted happenings where the zombies are ready to play. For the younger crowd (or the ones easier to catch), we have plenty of fun for you, too! Hayrides, crafts and activities, and more.
Scenic Drives

The mountain forests in our part of Pennsylvania are priceless natural wonders. They are renowned for their inspiring beauty, especially in the fall as the colors of the leaves turn orange, mustard and scarlet.  As the dappled greens of summer wane to reveal the dazzling oranges, crimsons and golds of autumn, the woodlands of Pennsylvania show their true colors. When you take into consideration Cook Forest, the Allegheny National Forest, and the several state parks and natural areas located in our part of the state, the trees outnumber the people easily by a thousand to one. For folks on a fall leaf drive, that means Mother Nature’s crazy quilt of color can be enjoyed around almost every bend in the road wherever you go. We have put together a few recommended routes for your convenience along with a number of our favorite stops along the way. Enjoy!

Fall is here and we are celebrating in a big way!
September 28-October 6 Autumn Leaf Festival in Clarion
October 2-6 Fall Foliage Ride at Cook Forest Scenic Trail Rides and Dude Ranch
October 3 Kimchi Making Class at Quiet Creek Herb Farm
October 4-5 Fall at the Mall Craft and Vendor Show at the Clarion Mall
October 5 Autumn Festival at Sizerville State Park
October 5 Fall Festival at Big Maple Farms Natural Therapies
October 5 Mushroom Festival at Driftwood Saloon
October 5 Fine Arts and Culture Exhibit in St. Marys
October 5-6 Hazen Flea Market in Brookville
October 6 Leaves and Lunch Pontoon Boat Tour at Sinnemahoning State Park
October 6 A Walk in Penn's Woods at Cook Forest State Park
October 11-15 Fall Colors Trail Riding at Allegheny National Forest
October 11-14 Fall Harvest Weekend Package at Gateway Lodge
October 12 First Fork Festival at Sinnemahoning State Park
October 12 Lighthouse Tour at Sherman Memorial Lighthouse
October 12 Chili, Blues and Brews at Brookville Town Square
October 12 Swap Meet at Hummingbird Speedway
October 12 Vintage, Unique, Re-made & Antique Market at the Sawmill Center
October 12 C.A.R.E.S. Fall Festival at Big Run Ball Field
October 12 Elktoberfest in Benezette
October 13 Highland Fall Scramble at Cook Forest State Park
October 13 Fall Art, Wine and Food Festival in Foxburg
October 13 Fall Quilt Show and Sale and Turkey & Ham Dinner at St. Joseph's Church
October 16 Old Window Fall Painting at Buddy Boy Winery
October 19 Craft and Vendor Show at Big Run War Memorial
October 19 Bike-toberfest on the Redbank Valley Trail and Dinner at Zack's
October 27 Autumn in the Park Artisan and Vendor Fair at Reynlow Park
November 1-3 Gingerbread Tour throughout Cook Forest and Surrounding Area
November 1-2 Christmas in the Village at Tionesta Market Village
November 2-3 Christmas Open House at Evergreen Merchantile
November 9-10 Tour for Elk Ride & Toy Drive at Elk Country Visitor Center
November 10 Thanksgiving Cooking Class at Deer Creek Winery
Coolspring Power Museum is hosting their annual Fall Expo & Swap Meet on October 17-19
Lasermania will be returning for two weeks in October at the Clarion University Planetarium.
PAGO Fantastic Fall Photo Contest
Fantastic Fall Photo Contest

While you're out leaf peeping, late-season camping trip, visiting a pumpkin patch or fall festival, be sure to submit your photos into the PAGO Fantastic Fall Photo Contest for a chance to win cash prizes. Please remember, all photos submitted must be taken in the PA Great Outdoors' 5-county region.

Wine, Beer & Shine

Be sure to pick up a copy of the NEW Wine, Beer & Shine Tasting Trail brochure and map to enjoy the many unique flavors around the region. We'll send you a brochure!


The Golden Age of Broadway

Take a trip down memory lane, Broadway style! Allegheny RiverStone Center for the Arts invites you to spend a beautiful autumn afternoon on the Allegheny River in Foxburg as Aria412 takes you on a sentimental journey through the Golden Ages of Broadway.