PA Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau

PA Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau Lodging, dining, attractions, events, & visitor information in Cameron, Elk, and Forest Counties.
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Pennsylvania's Great Outdoors region is home to Cook Forest State Park, two nationally designated Wild & Scenic rivers, the state's wild elk herd, Punxsutawney Phil, and rolling mountains filled with hiking trails. Each season brings new beautiful landscapes and opportunities for outdoor adventure. The Great Outdoors region includes Cameron, Clarion, Elk, Forest, and Jefferson Counties. Find everything you need to plan your own adventure at Visitpago.com

Find great deals at the Community Yard Sale in St. Marys on June 1th & 13th. This annual event brings shoppers from acro...
06/06/2026

Find great deals at the Community Yard Sale in St. Marys on June 1th & 13th. This annual event brings shoppers from across the region to St. Marys for a weekend full of bargain hunting, hidden treasures, and community fun. Whether you are looking for furniture, kids’ items, antiques, tools, clothing, or one-of-a-kind finds, there will be something for everyone.

This stunning sunset over historic Ridgway, PA was taken by Jim Merritt.
06/06/2026

This stunning sunset over historic Ridgway, PA was taken by Jim Merritt.

Photo of the WeekThis photo of the world famous Nebraska Bridge in Forest County was taken by Jeremiah Koons. ...
06/06/2026

Photo of the Week
This photo of the world famous Nebraska Bridge in Forest County was taken by Jeremiah Koons.

Voting is open through June 15th for our May Big Fish Photo Contest. Just go to VisitPAGO.com/bigfish and scroll down to...
06/06/2026

Voting is open through June 15th for our May Big Fish Photo Contest. Just go to VisitPAGO.com/bigfish and scroll down to vote for your favorites. Likes on this post do not count as votes.

Sinnemahoning Water Trail offers paddlers more than 75 miles to explore through picturesque landscapes. Spend the day in...
06/05/2026

Sinnemahoning Water Trail offers paddlers more than 75 miles to explore through picturesque landscapes. Spend the day in heart of Pennsylvania’s Wild Elk Country as you paddle through the Bennetts Valley. Enjoy a scenic adventure in Bucktail Natural Area in Driftwood Valley and wonder at the beautiful Elk and Sproul State Forest in Sinnemahoning Valley. The Bennett Branch and Driftwood Branches begin as small streams high the mountains of Elk and Cameron Counties. As these streams reach the valley floors they are transformed into beautiful calm rivers. In the town of Driftwood, the Bennett Branch and Driftwood Branch converge to form the mighty Sinnemahoning Creek which is famous for outstanding paddling and fishing opportunities. Download or request a free Fishing & Kayaking Guide at VisitPAGO.com/free-information

Frog Rock is a popular Forest County landmark. It is located near Route 666 between the Mayburg Bridge and Kellettville ...
06/05/2026

Frog Rock is a popular Forest County landmark. It is located near Route 666 between the Mayburg Bridge and Kellettville Bridge on Tionesta Creek. Photo by Peggy Butler.

We all scream for ice cream! Experience the amazing tasty treats at Brandy Camp Creamery in St. Marys. ...
06/05/2026

We all scream for ice cream! Experience the amazing tasty treats at Brandy Camp Creamery in St. Marys.

This photo of beaver was taken by Tom Dorsey.
06/05/2026

This photo of beaver was taken by Tom Dorsey.

The Mountain Laurel in the mountains across Pennsylvania's Great Outdoors region will soon be in bloom. Experience this ...
06/05/2026

The Mountain Laurel in the mountains across Pennsylvania's Great Outdoors region will soon be in bloom. Experience this annual explosion of pink and white flowers. Plan your Mountain Laurel viewing adventure at VisitPAGO.com
Photo by Elk State Forest District in Emporium.

Experience stargazing in Cameron County at the May Hollow Skyway Astronomy Education program on Saturday, June 13th star...
06/04/2026

Experience stargazing in Cameron County at the May Hollow Skyway Astronomy Education program on Saturday, June 13th starting at 9PM. The park is open to the public night or day, May-October.
Visitors may hike back after parking in the adjacent parking area off of May Hollow Road.
Directions to the site:
Take South Broad Street from Emporium to Whittimore Road. Follow Whittimore Road until you reach the stop sign. Go straight at the stop sign onto May Hollow Road. Stay on May Hollow Road until you see the turnoff for Lookout Lane. (You will see a Dark Sky sign.) Turn onto Lookout Lane and follow this road to the parking area. Walk in from parking area ONLY. Below are the GPS coordinates for the parking area.
41.4598279, -78.2271404
YOUR GPS MAY WANT YOU TO TAKE THOMAS RYAN ROAD. DO NOT TAKE THAT ROUTE.
Photo by Eventide Light Photography.

Address

Bennetts Valley Community Center PO Box 219 19073 Bennetts Valley Highway, Suite 123
Weedville, PA
15868

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 4pm
Thursday 10:30am - 4pm
Friday 10:30am - 4pm

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+18145789200

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