10 Awesome Outings Everyone In Pittsburgh Should Take Before They Die
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Beth Price-Williams
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Virtual hands up if you have a bucket list! If not, now’s the perfect time to start, right? After all, Pittsburgh’s got so much to see and to do that it would probably take us years, if not a lifetime, to do it all. Here are 10 awesome outings in Pittsburgh that all Pittsburghers should take before they die.
Embark on an action-packed adventure at Seven Springs Mountain Resort, which offers plenty of fun all year around. In the winter, bundle up for snow tubing down the mountain. And, in the summer, cool down with a ride down the mountain in a summer tube. Click here to read more.
Up for a little adventure? Or, maybe you prefer some relaxation? Either way, you’ll find plenty to do – or not do – at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort. Relax in the spa. Or, opt for something a little more adventurous like playing a round of disc golf, climbing up a wall, or challenging yourself on the Fat Canopy Tour, a ziplining adventure. Read more here.
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Come face-to-face with the paranormal - or at least indulge in a delicious meal – at Jean Bonnet Tavern in Bedford. The historic tavern, which dates back to 1762, is said to be haunted by a man who had been hanged near the bar. But, even if you don’t believe in the paranormal, you can still enjoy a tasty meal of such popular dishes as battered cod and barbecue pork. Keep reading here.
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Already planning ahead for summer? Then, Laguna Splash certainly deserves consideration. The water park, tucked in DelGrosso’s Amusement Park – promises plenty to do and to eat. Spend a hot day meandering down a lazy river, getting soaked under a splash bucket, and wading in the pool. Click here to read more.
But, who wants to wait until the weather heats up to go to a waterpark? Jump in the car and head just about two hours to Splash Lagoon in Erie. Enjoy balmy 84-degree temps as you lounge poolside, float down a lazy river, or relax in a whirlpool. Read more here.
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Embrace the beauty and tranquility of nature at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. Of course, wear comfy shoes for your hike throughout the garden that features stepping stones across a picturesque pond, fairy houses in Bookworm Glen, and charming footbridges. Read more.
Journey 150-feet below ground at Laurel Caverns, a must-visit destination for Pittsburghers. And, if you haven’t been there in a while, plan to see it again. Join a guided tour of the caverns. Or, if you’re up for adventure, try spelunking. Read more.
Drink in spectacular views of the nighttime sky at Allegheny Observatory, a research facility with the University of Pittsburgh. Your tour will begin with a visual presentation followed by a walking tour of the building, which culminates with looking through a telescope at the nighttime sky. Read more.
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Lace up your hiking shoes for an unforgettable hike along Meadow Run Trail, which features two waterfalls and a natural waterslide. (So, if you’re hiking during the summer months, you might want to wear your swimsuit.) The nearly three-mile loop trail also passes through plenty of lush green and offers sweeping views of the Youghiogheny River. Click here to read more.
Spend a day – or camp out for a night or the weekend – at the sprawling Oil Creek State Park. The historic park promises plenty of picture-perfect trails, waterfalls, and a tranquil Oil Creek. Camp out in one of the Adirondack-style shelters. (Reservations are necessary.) Read more here.
What other amazing outings in Pittsburgh should all Pittsburghers go on? Let us know in the comments! Then, click here to read about eight adventures you never knew you could have in Pittsburgh.
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