10 Hidden Gems Waiting To Be Discovered In Pennsylvania In 2018
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Beth Price-Williams
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PA’s full of surprises. Just when you think you’ve seen or done everything, you discover something new and equally amazing. That’s part of what makes it such an awesome place to live. What will you do in 2018? Here are 10 hidden gems just waiting to be discovered by you in the New Year.
Journey to Italy without leaving PA’s borders when you visit Carlino’s Market. The authentic Italian Market sells more than 180 types of cheeses. You’ll also find homemade pasta, bread, Italian sauces, and unforgettable Italian desserts. Craving some authentic Italian food right about now? Click here to read more.
Come face-to-face with some of the world’s most spectacular animals at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park. Residents in the park include elk, buffalo, and Asian deer, all of whom will walk up to you as you travel around the park on a wagon. Visit the petting zoo and, on some days meet baby animals as they’re escorted around the park by a keeper. Read more here.
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Dine at what People Magazine has called PA’s most popular farm-to-table restaurant. The charming family-owned restaurant promises the freshest ingredients and a generous menu that changes with the season. The summer 2017 menu, for example, offered sea scallops and ribeye steak. Find more here.
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Escape the hubbub of everyday life this spring with a camping trip to Pine Cradle Lake Family Campground. The hidden campground offers a plethora of amenities, including boating, kayaking, row boating, fishing, and a shimmering pool. Read more.
The world’s largest general store, Country Junction offers something for everyone. Simply follow Dorothy’s yellow brick road as you meander through the store that sells pet care products, souvenirs, lawn decorations, and candy. Country Junction also boasts a petting zoo, a playground, and nerf tag. Click here to read more.
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Slip your feet into the silky sand of the beach at Bald Eagle State Park this summer. The 1,200 foot beach hugs a shimmering 1,730 lake. Enjoy a picnic lakeside. Watch the kids play on the playground. Or, spend the day lounging on the soft sand. Read more here.
Slip away to ChesLen Preserve, the largest privately owned nature preserve in PA. The tranquil spot spans 1,263 acres. Explore some of the pristine land along the 13 miles of hiking trails. The preserve is also ideal for watching such resident birds as the field sparrow, wood thrush, and green heron. For more, click here.
Summer can’t get here fast enough, right? Montage Mountain Resort transforms into an aquatic playground every summer. Spend endless days sunbathing by the pool, meandering down a lazy river, and zipping down waterslides. Click here to read more.
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Shofuso House and Garden, nestled in Fairmount Park, promises a fairy tale experience with its waterfall and flowers. The attraction also hosts a variety of events, including a traditional tea ceremony, a Japanese conversation club, and taiko drum lessons. Find more here.
Treat yourself to a scrumptious meal at the Forest Nook Restaurant, snuggled in Cook’s Forest. The cozy cabin restaurant offers such homemade favorites as meatloaf, chicken wings, manicotti, and meatloaf. Keep reading here.
How many of these hidden gems in Pennsylvania have you uncovered? If you like finding secret spots, click here to read about 10 amazing hidden restaurants in PA.
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