These are some of the most scenic spots in Pennsylvania

Known as the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, Pine Creek Gorge is a must-see. The canyon runs 47 miles across Pennsylvania, and reaches a depth of 1,450 feet. For those looking to hike along it, the Turkey Path at Leonard Harrison State Park takes you past cascading waterfalls and breathtaking panoramic views. The trail descends down into the bottom of the canyon, so you can see a beautiful view of the gorge from both above and below. The Gorge is also a popular destination during the wintertime, as the surrounding state forest has over 177 miles of snowmobiling trails.

Located in Erie, Presque Isle State Park is a great way to feel like you’re on a pristine Caribbean island, without leaving the United States. Presque Isle is home to 11 different beaches, each with unique activities and special features. Make sure to check out the Presque Isle Lighthouse, which is the second oldest lighthouse on Lake Erie. It offers daily tours for six dollars each through the month of September. The park is also home to over 15 hiking trails, many of which bring you right up to the Lake Erie shore.

Make your next stop Colonel Denning State Park, located in lovely Cumberland County. Named for a cannon manufacturer named William Denning (who, weirdly enough, was never actually a Colonel) the park now encompasses 273 acres of wooded area as well as a 3.5-acre lake. Doubling Gap Lake’s swimming beach is open from May to September, and allows for non-motorized boats to be used. The lake also has a fishing pier for those looking to catch a few trout, and hunting is also common on the park’s premises. During the winter, visitors enjoy ice skating on the frozen lake.

Millersburg Ferry is just a quick historic car ferry ride across the Susquehanna River. The ferry takes you on a leisurely trip from one riverbank to the next, offering great views along the way. The ferry runs from May through mid-October, operating from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It costs 8 dollars each way for regular-sized cars, and 9 dollars each way for extended- length vehicles. It’s a great way to relax, ride along the river and learn about nature at the same time.

Hickory Run State Park and Campground lies in the foothills of the breathtaking Pocono Mountains. This park hosts a whopping 40 miles of hiking trails, lots of trout fishing, and three state natural areas. The park’s most striking feature is Boulder Field, a stretch of land strewn with striking boulders. The park’s Sand Spring Lake offers both swimming and fishing opportunities, and the park also has activities such as disc golf and geocaching. The park’s campground has modern restrooms with guaranteed warm showers, a camp store, and electric hookups for RVs. They also have a few rustic camping sites that are open until mid-December. You can even make reservations online in advance.