We all have our favorite ways to relax, including spending time by, in, and on the water. Embrace the ultimate relaxation with a day at this lush state park. Start your day with a boat tour near Pittsburgh that promises picture-perfect scenery. Then, spend a few hours on the sandy beach, go for a swim, or hike around the lake.

Roll down the windows; turn up the tunes, and journey 45 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh to Moraine Start, a virtual playground for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Perhaps the gem of the sprawling state park, Lake Arthur beckons water lovers with its many opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and swimming.
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Or, you can set off on an insightful tour of the shimmering lake aboard a 37-seat pontoon boat that...
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...features a roof to shade you from the sun's rays and to protect you from the raindrops on those stormy days. (Ten passengers must reserve a spot for a cruise to set sail.)
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Settle back in your seat for the 1.5-hour tour, lead by a seasoned captain and first mate, who offer a glimpse into the history of Moraine State Park and Lake Arthur.
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Scenic tours are available through September, and a Halloween cruise is set for late October. Specialty cruises and dinner cruises also set sail throughout the season.
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Tickets for scenic pontoon boat tours cost $14 for adults, $12 for senior citizens (62 years and older), and $7 for children between two and 12 years.
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Address: 225 Pleasant Valley Road, Portersville, PA, 16051
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Click here for the official website of Moraine Preservation Fund. Or, go here for Facebook.

Do you have a favorite scenic boat tour in or near Pittsburgh? Tell us about it in the comments! For an unforgettable boat tour closer to home, embark on a cruise with the Gateway Clipper Fleet. Click here to read more.

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