Summer’s all about fun. We certainly have no shortage of fun things to do or adventurous places to go in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. Now’s a pretty good time to start making a list of those places and of the things you want to do this summer. Be sure to add this rural town near Pittsburgh that boasts something for everyone – from a natural water slide to cascading waterfalls.
Adventure beckons visitors to Ohiopyle, a tiny town of less than 60 residents, all year around, but it doesn’t get any better than a summertime visit.
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Undoubtedly, the crown jewel of the town just under an hour and a half from downtown Pittsburgh is the massive Ohiopyle State Park, which spans over 19,000 acres.
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There, you can slide down a natural water slide, visit waterfalls including Cucumber Falls and Ohiopyle Falls, and explore some of the 79 miles of hiking trails.
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Since you’re right on the Youghiogheny River, you might also want to spend time in the water - kayaking, canoeing, or whitewater rafting. Laurel Highlands River Tours & Outdoor Center is one of the companies that provides everything you need to get started.
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If you’re up for some thrills in the air instead of in the water, check out the Ziplining Adventure Park, where you can soar through the trees and take on a ropes course.
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Bring along a picnic and snacks, in case you get hungry, or check out one of the area restaurants. Ohiopyle Bakery and Sandwich Shoppe, for example, serves a delicious assortment of…
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Freshly-made sandwiches, salads, and soups. Don’t forget to check out the dessert menu, too, which boasts apple dumplings, brownies, and lady locks (made to order).
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If it’s pizza you’re craving, make your way to Paddlers Pizza. Try a piping hot pizza pie, a freshly-made sub, a stromboli, or penne pasta.
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End your day with a delicious meal, or head back to Ohiopyle State Park for a night or two of camping. Pitch a tent or rent a cabin at Kentuck Campground.
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Click here for the official website of Ohiopyle State Park. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Do you have a favorite rural town near Pittsburgh that’s perfect for a summer day trip or a quick getaway? Tell us about it in the comments! In the mood to plan a summer day at the beach? Here are five of the best beaches near Pittsburgh to spend a day.
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Address: 85 Main St, Ohiopyle, PA 15470, USAAddress: 15 Sherman St, Ohiopyle, PA 15470, USAAddress: 4 Sherman St, Ohiopyle, PA 15470, USAAddress: Ohiopyle State Park, 124 Main St, Ohiopyle, PA 15470, USAAddress: 400 Kentuck Rd, Dunbar, PA 15431, USA
