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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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Four Seasons of Fun

Experience four seasons of fun in the Laurel Highlands! Fill your next visit's itinerary with tons of seasonal adventures, from snowshoeing in the winter to zip lining in the summer there’s something for everybody! Spring Once the snow melts, try something new like an exhilarating zip lining or rock wall climbing experience at Nemacolin Woodlands…

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The Men That Made America: A Fascinating Historic Tour

A 4-Day, 4-Night Getaway to the Beautiful Laurel Highlands Legendary and ahead of their time, this tour focuses on the sites, stories and people who made America. Experience national park sites, registered historic sites, the origins of legends and unbelievable history that has shaped the world as we know it. From whiskey and automobiles to…

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Reasons to Visit the Laurel Highlands in 2019

From architectural wonders to exotic animals and unforgettable events to remarkable historic sites, the Laurel Highlands is an ideal place to get away, enjoy the great outdoors and find your adventure. Even if you've visited within the past year, you can create a loaded itinerary full of brand new experiences! The addition of Frank Lloyd Wright’s…

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Top 12 Restaurants in the Laurel Highlands (According to TripAdvisor)

Is your stomach growling louder than our whitewater rapids? Chow down at 12 of the best restaurants in the Laurel Highlands, according to TripAdvisor reviews from visitors like you! Make sure you Instagram your grub by using #LaurelHighlands and reserve a spot early, as these restaurants tend to book quickly. Chef Dato's Table It can be easy to…

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Paint a Moment in Laurel Highlands: Four of the Best Picturesque Spots

With eight state parks, two state forests and 11 state game lands, the Laurel Highlands is full of beautiful landscape, flora and fauna. Not only is it great for a stroll through the area, but the land also makes a perfect spot for artists. If you’re looking for a bit of inspiration or a new muse, why not visit some of the wonderful sites in the…

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Celebrate PA Trails Month!

September is PA Trails Month, and where else would you rather celebrate than the Laurel Highlands? The region isn't called an outdoor mecca for nothing. With more than 700 miles of hiking and biking trails waiting in your backyard, there is no excuse to not get outdoors! Regardless if you want to celebrate PA Trails Month by walking, riding or…

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Important Firsts in the Laurel Highlands

The Laurel Highlands is home to many historic sites and monumental events, some of them being the first in the state, country or world! Learn about some of the important firsts that happened in the region, and be sure to check out their corresponding properties. Home of the Banana Split In 1904, a pharmacist named Dr. David Strickler invented the…

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Top 10 Things to Do in the Laurel Highlands (According to TripAdvisor)

There's so much to do in the Laurel Highlands, it can be hard to know where to start! That's why we turned to TripAdvisor to rank the top things to do in the Laurel Highlands. Check out this list as we count down the best Laurel Highlands attractions based on your reviews! 10. Living Treasures Wild Animal Park If you love getting up close to…

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Ohiopyle Essentials: A Rafting Trip Guide

Endorphins are your friends, and something magical happens when you navigate your way through rapids. You don’t have to be an extreme adventurer to get on the river! At Ohiopyle State Park in the Laurel Highlands, there are four outfitters who have the gear, guides and knowledge to give you the float trip you've been dreaming of. The river is a…

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An Epic Family Getaway: A Multi-Generational Family Tour

A 5-Day, 4-Night Trip The Laurel Highlands is famous for family getaways and vacations. From world-renowned attractions, exhilarating adventures, living history and hands-on activities, your group will cherish the lifelong memories it will make while traveling through the Laurel Highlands of southwestern Pennsylvania. Day One The first stop on…

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