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Pennsylvania things to do in the fall!

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Welcome to your ultimate guide for experiencing Pennsylvania at its most breathtaking, autumn! Whether you’re planning a solo road trip, a romantic weekend, or a family adventure, let this guide help you savor the crisp air, vibrant leaves, and festi...
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Ohiopyle PA

Ohiopyle State Park in the Laurel Highlands offers spectacular outdoor activities. Famous for the Youghiogheny River, Cucumber Falls, and the Great Allegheny Passage, it features breathtaking fall foliage. Enjoy whitewater rafting, kayaking, biking, ...

 
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If you want a quick get away from everything, this is the place to go! I love love love this place, it is so relaxing. When I feel overwhelmed I just hike to right beside the falls and relax of the rocks! I’ll also link my favorite shops here.
Ohiopyle State Park
 
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A great thing to do there, it’s so much fun!!
Ohiopyle River Tours
 
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This is one of the best places to stay, the cabins are so cute!!
Ohiopyle Lodging Suites
 
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Love this place to eat, I love to get a drink there after walking!
Falls City Pub & Restaurant
 
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So nice to see the colors in the fall and walk along the trees!!
Ohiopyle Zipline & Aerial Adventure

Jim Thorpe

Called the “Switzerland of America,” Jim Thorpe is a historic Victorian town with stunning mountains and forests. Charming 19th-century architecture, boutique shops, and restaurants line the streets. In the fall, Jim Thorpe hosts festivals like the F...

 
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The best place to visit in the fall for a vibe!!
Jim Thorpe, PA
 
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Best idea ever, riding the train in Jim Thorpe is a must do!!
Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
 
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Ultimate harry potter vibes here, get some themed coffees and relax!
Mugglets mug
 
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Unique and Tasty treats, in my top 5 for donuts!
Donerds Donuts
 
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This is PERFECT for the fall weather and vibes, for sure go during October.
Curiosities Coffee & Ice House
 
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Such a cool place here, best kept secret in Jim Thorpe.
Cafe Arielle at the Stabin Museum

Famous Farms in PA

Pennsylvania's famous farms offer delightful autumn activities. Places like Maple Lawn Farms, Robinson Family Farm, and Cherry Crest Adventure Farm feature corn mazes, pumpkin patches, pick-your-own apples, hayrides, farm markets, and harvest festiva...

 
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Love this place for a pumpkin patch, they have the best apple cider !
Trax Farm Market
 
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Love it here! The have the best homemade goods in their shop!
Triple B Farms
 
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It’s even in the name!! I love to get pictures here in the fall.
Autumn Ridge Farm
 
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I Love going here in the fall! I believe they do flower picking and apple picking so it’s a must stop place!
Simmons Farm
 
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You can pick your own flowers
Simmons Farm Flowers
 
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Looks so cute to visit and take pics!
Maple Lawn Farms, Inc. Orchards & Farm Market
 
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Uhm hello?? The pictures go crazy here i'm so serious.
Robinson Family Farm
 
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Sososo cute to visit.
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm
 
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I grew up here, I love to ride the hayride up to the patch and get some hot apple cider after.
The SpringHouse Country Market and Restaurant

Laurel Highlands

The Laurel Highlands region, spanning rolling hills, dense forests, and serene farmland across southwestern Pennsylvania, is renowned for its stunning fall foliage, Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic Fallingwater house, covered bridges, and scenic byways. A...

 
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Who wouldn't want to visit this place in the fall???
Fallingwater
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This place is so much fun for the whole family
Caddie Shak
 
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This was a big part of my childhood.
Idlewild & SoakZone
 
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Such a cool thing to do, highly recomend.
Laurel Caverns
 
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Camping?? yes please!
Four Seasons Camping Resort
 
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I love drive in movies. You can relax and watch your favs in the comfort of your car!
Evergreen Drive-In Theater
 
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Flowers!! I love to take pictures here!
Remember Me Rose Garden
 
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Camping outdoors, I love relaxing in nature.
Benner's Meadow Run
 
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Good eats! This place is a total vibe, try out their drinks!!
Carol & Dave's Roadhouse

Butler County

Butler County, north of Pittsburgh, offers charming small towns, farmland, and natural attractions. Moraine State Park and Lake Arthur provide trails, water activities, and bird-watching. Explore markets, pumpkin patches, apple orchards, and the hist...

 
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More camping options!
Bear Run Campground
 
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This is such a cute place for camping, and taking pictures in the fall!!
Moraine State Park
 
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So so so much fun in the fall
Zelienople Fall Festival

Frick Park

Located in Pittsburgh, Frick Park is the city’s largest regional park and a hidden oasis during fall. It features dense woodlands, meandering trails, and beautiful ravines, all glowing with autumn color. Great for hiking, bird-watching, and dog-walki...

 
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Amazing place for the fall. Love to wonder and take pics!
Frick Park
 
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I love going to blue slide park and the market!
Frick Park Market & Blue Slide Park
 
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They have amazing food here and the atmosphere is top notch.
Frick Park Tavern
 
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So cool for the people that like history and old homes.
The Frick Pittsburgh Museums & Gardens
 
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Please get the Sammie’s here!!!
The Café at the Frick

Things you might need for these places!

This folder includes insider tips, a packing checklist, fall clothing recs, practical shoes, water bottles, and coffee mugs for your adventures!

 
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These shoes are so cute!! If you are looking to go walking or hiking at any of the places that are on this list then please get some!! Feel like you are walking on a cloud. Be comfy and relaxed!!
Women's Hiking Shoes & Sneakers: Waterproof & Lightweight | REI Co-op
 
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Cute clothes for hiking, I love the trousers!
Women's Hiking Clothing
 
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Need a water bottle for walks?
Best Water Bottles
 
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Fall clothes, these are more on the business side.
Women's Fall Outfits - Express
 
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Sweaters, H&M has the cutest closed for the fall.
Women's Sweaters & Cardigans
 
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Shoes that are cute and practical! Love the white ones.
Journeys
 
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Things to use for your hair when walking.
Hair Accessories
 
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To put your things in, these ones are cute and durable!
Tote Bags for Women by Vera Bradley | Large and Small
 
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More tote options bc why not, you’ll need one for walking and picnics
Durable Tote Bags
 
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Blankets for the picnic lovers, I like to take one to Ohiopyle and set up to read!
Walmart Supercenter
 
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For the coffee lovers!! I am a huge hot coffee person and this is perfect for mornings!
Insulated Coffee Tumblers, Mugs & Cups
 
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If you wanted to go camping, this one is great for stargazing and keeping out the bugs!
Tents | REI Co-op
 
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Rent an RV! I love to do this, a cheap way to enjoy the outdoors.
Cruise America RV Rental
 
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Wanna go bird watching? Get some of these to do it! I love the green ones.
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