Fall Is The Perfect Time To Visit This Historic Mountain Town In Pennsylvania
By Beth Price-Williams|Published November 11, 2021
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Autumn promises endless beauty no matter where you visit – from Pennsylvania’s bustling big cities to its charming tiny villages. We’re spoiled for choices when it comes to deciding where to head on a fall day trip. Whether you want to go leaf peeping, to shop in a quaint downtown, or to check out the historic sites, you’ll find a little bit of everything in this mountain town in Pennsylvania.
Discover one of the prettiest, most charming towns in Western Pennsylvania when you visit Ligonier, just about an hour outside of Pittsburgh.
Nestled in the Laurel Highlands, the quaint town is home to just over 1,400 residents, a rich history, and plenty to do on a crisp, beautiful autumn day.
If you love history, you’ll definitely want to plan a visit during the annual Fort Ligonier Days, an epic fall festival held in downtown Ligonier each October. The three-day festival is jam-packed with food, entertainment, and historic reenactments.
Fall also means the return of the annual Hallowboo! at Idlewild, a classic amusement park that transforms into a Halloween wonderland each October. Kids can wear costumes and go trick or treating. Indulge in a seasonal treats, and climb aboard some of the open rides.
For more family-friendly fun, head less than two miles from downtown Ligonier to Chad’s Corn Maze. Do you think you can escape the corn maze without any help?
Stroll through quaint downtown Ligonier, too, which is dotted with adorable shops where you’ll find a little bit of everything – from gifts to pet supplies.
Save time for a delicious meal at one of the restaurants. Whether you’re craving classic Italian or American favorites, you’ll find the perfect spot for a meal in Ligonier.
Have you been to this darling mountain town in Pennsylvania? Share your experience in the comments! Up for another enchanting fall getaway? Definitely add a visit to the charming town of Jim Thorpe to the top of your bucket list.
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