The Mysterious Hidden Gem Attraction In Pennsylvania You Never Even Knew Existed
By Beth Price-Williams|Published March 25, 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.
Exploring Pennsylvania, whether in the small towns or in the big cities, usually leads us to discover something new and maybe even mysterious. Hidden gems dot the state, just waiting to be uncovered and appreciated. The White Cliffs of Conoy in Pennsylvania are one of those mysterious hidden gems that really have to be seen to be believed, and they’re well worth the visit.
Slip on a pair of comfortable walking shoes if you plan on visiting the White Cliffs of Conoy, in Marietta, because you have a leisurely 1.5-mile trek ahead of you.
Find parking near the Bainbridge Trailhead, and don't forget your camera or your smartphone. This is one of those times you'll definitely want to take photos.
Named after the White Cliffs of Dover in England, the white cliffs in Pennsylvania had been inaccessible for years as they once sat on private land. Since 2014, however, the public's been...
Welcome to explore the geological wonder that stands 60 feet above the Susquehanna River. The cliffs, which measure 375 feet wide and 270 feet deep, were formed over the years as...
Nearby quarries regularly dumped waste, including limestone, in the river. Over the years, that waste built up, creating what is known today as the White Cliffs of Conoy.
No bikes or vehicles of any kind are allowed on the White Cliffs of Conoy. Fences line part of the cliffs, and all guests are strongly encouraged to remain behind the fences at all times.
The White Cliffs of Conoy provide the perfect backdrop for watching a sunrise or a sunset or just for drinking in their stunning beauty and that of the surrounding landscape.
Have you been to the White Cliffs of Conoy in Pennsylvania? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! Here are eight more hidden gems in Pennsylvania you might want to uncover.
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