Fill Up With A Delicious Meal At Brown's Country Kitchen After A Day Of Leaf-Peeping In Pennsylvania
By Beth Price-Williams|Published September 17, 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’s all about leaf-peeping, and we have some downright gorgeous places to admire the fall foliage in Pennsylvania. And nothing pairs better with a day of leaf-peeping than a delicious meal. Go leaf-peeping in Pennsylvania, then dig into a delicious meal at Brown’s Country Kitchen for a picture-perfect fall day.
Don’t forget your camera for your autumn journey that will take you to two Western Pennsylvania state parks – McConnells Mill State Park and Moraine State Park – both of which offer stunning views of the fall foliage.
Start at either park, as the two sit just 10 minutes apart from each other in Portersville. McConnells Mill makes viewing the fall foliage easy. You won’t have far to walk, for example, to admire the historic covered bridge and mill, both flanked in the colors of fall.
If you’ve got time, breathe in the crisp, fresh air on one of the trails that wind through the popular state park. For an easy trek, follow the .05-mile Hells Hollow Trail.
McConnells Mill State Park, 1761 McConnells Mill Rd, Portersville, PA 16051, USA
For a real challenge, follow the 6.2-mile Slippery Rock Gorge Trail. It’s considered more difficult but boasts spellbinding views of the fall foliage.
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Just 10 minutes from McConnells Mill State Park, Moraine State Park offers sensational views of the fall foliage, particularly as it frames the iconic Lake Arthur. You might want to rent a kayak or a boat to take to the water to admire the fall colors.
If you’re up for another hike, you have several trails from which to choose. Five Points Trail, for example, meanders 1.3 miles through a forested area. It’s an easy hike that promises gorgeous views.
Moraine State Park, 225 Pleasant Valley Rd, Portersville, PA 16051, USA
With all of that hiking and leaf-peeping, you’ve likely worked up an appetite. Slip behind the wheel for the five-minute drive to Brown’s Country Kitchen, a popular restaurant that dishes up some of the best food in the area.
The cozy diner serves a variety of popular breakfast, lunch, and dinner dishes – from omelets and Belgian waffles to fried chicken and gyros. Couple your entree with a thick milkshake for a memorable meal.
Brown's Country Kitchen, 1149 W Portersville Rd, Portersville, PA 16051, USA
Have you been to Brown’s Country Kitchen? Where are your favorite spots to go leaf-peeping in Pennsylvania? Join the conversation in the comments! For more leaf-peeping and delicious food, head over to Forksville General Store.
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