The Scenic Drive To Hyner View State Park Is Almost As Beautiful As The Destination Itself
Beth Price-Williams
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Some days are just meant for those long, leisurely drives, where we have absolutely no destination in mind. We just let the road lead us where it may. Then there are times when we have a particular spot in mind and, as we follow the road, we realize it’s just as breathtakingly beautiful as our final destination. That’s probably what you’ll quickly discover when you journey along Bucktail Scenic Byway in Pennsylvania, one of the best scenic drives in PA.
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The Bucktail Scenic Byway is a remote road – so remote, in fact, that videos of it are few and far between! But we managed to find this video of Smitty’s Adventuring Days on YouTube exploring a section of the path, taken back in 2017!
Have you followed Bucktail Scenic Byway in Pennsylvania? Do you think it’s one of the best driving roads in PA? What were your favorite stops along the way? Share your experience in the comments! Save some time to follow this waterfall trail in Renovo, Pennsylvania, too. When taking a scenic byway, you’ll probably be heading through some pretty rural areas. There may not be anywhere to stop for much of the ride – so make sure you’re stocked up with road trip snacks and enjoy the view!
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The Bucktail Scenic Byway is a great way to get away from it all, but it's not the only PA gem hiding in the middle of nowhere!
- Part of the larger Lancaster area but feeling a world away from the city, Shady Maple Smorgasbord is a must-stop destination in the tiny Amish town of East Earl. A massive country-style buffet serving world-famous fried chicken and carved meats, the huge warehouse-like complex is also home to a sprawling gift shop and a farmer's market - which is really more like a supermarket selling food from countless local Amish vendors.
- Knoebels Amusement Park might be the most unusual amusement park in the United States. Unlike Hershey Park, Kennywood, or Dorney Park, all of which are near major metropolises, this vintage amusement park is found in the tiny rural town of Elysburg, surrounded by woods and a campground. It's a long drive to get there, but those who make the trip will find famous roller coasters, haunted houses, a quality sit-down restaurant, and some historic carnival games you can't find anywhere else.
- Deer Creek Diner, located in the rural town of Russellton, is a classic no-frills country diner complete with a giant rooster statue right outside. But this popular diner, serving breakfast and lunch daily, isn't just known for its pancakes and omelets. It's home to the Big Man's Breakfast Challenge. Eat three massive pancakes, three eggs, home fries, your choice of breakfast meat, and toast, and win a free t-shirt!