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Planning a trip or dreaming of your next getaway to the Laurel Highlands? Get insider tips, must-see attractions, and local favorites—all in one handy guide. Request your free copy and start planning an unforgettable adventure!

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Laurel Highlands

A magnificent mountainous region, the Laurel Highlands spans 3,000 square miles of Fayette, Somerset and Westmoreland Counties in southwestern Pennsylvania. Located just east of Pittsburgh, our beautiful four-season destination offers spectacular natural scenery, outstanding outdoor recreation venues, historic sites & attractions, family activities and world class resorts.

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Plan Your Draft Weekend Getaway

Plan your perfect Draft Weekend getaway in the Laurel Highlands, where football tradition runs deep and the stays are just as unforgettable as the game itself. Located just a short drive from Pittsburgh, the region offers the ideal home base for the excitement of the draft, paired with scenic mountain views, cozy cabins, historic inns, and charming small towns.

GO Laurel Highlands GO Beyond the Draft

Arrive Early. Stay Late. Win the Weekend. Make your Draft Weekend more than a trip to the city, turn it into a mountain escape. Stay in the Laurel Highlands and trade crowded streets for scenic overlooks, quiet mornings, and room to unwind after the excitement of the big picks

Things to Do

Things to Do

The attractions in Western Pennsylvania are just as unique as your interests. Get hands-on at an art class, pamper yourself with a spa treatment, browse charming shops and entertain everyone at many family-fun attractions!

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GO Laurel Highlands Online Retail Store

Gear up with official Laurel Highlands merchandise. Our online store offers hats, tees, sweatshirts, stickers, magnets and more! Explore our curated collection of must-have accessories all from the comfort of your own home. In town? Visit our new Visitor Center and Gift Shop located on The Diamond in Ligonier at 113 E. Main Street. Find all of these items for purchase and get regional information for all of your travel needs.

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Outdoors

Four Amazing Days in the Laurel Highlands

  • 5 min read

The Laurel Highlands is the perfect spot for a long weekend, whether you’re looking to escape to the great outdoors, learn about historic events that helped shape our nation, enjoy our arts and cultural scene, or simply relax with a tasty beverage. We’ve got…

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Food and Drink

Laurel Highlands 2026 Fish Fry Guide

  • 9 min read

It’s fish fry season! Most residents of the Laurel Highlands know what that means, but not all do. While the history of fish fries is strong in…