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Find Adventure in Columbia & Montour Counties
If you are searching for the perfect vacation spot this year , look no further than Columbia & Montour counties . Nestled in the heart of Central Pennsylvania , the counties are renowned for their rural beauty and outstanding adventure opportunities . The local landscape is comprised of idyllic river valleys , rolling hills and green farmlands , as well as charming communities , forests , parks , and state gamelands . One must-see attraction is Ricketts Glen State Park , where hikers can enjoy a vast network of trails that take them past twenty-two stunning waterfalls . The area boasts beautiful rails-to-trails for walking and biking as well as high-caliber races for the more competitive runners or bikers . The Montour Preserve is also an outdoor enthusiast ’ s dream with a 165-acre lake perfect for fishing and boating , a bird sanctuary , maple sugaring in the early spring , and plenty of great hiking trails . The Susquehanna River weaves directly though the counties and is a perfect location for a leisurely kayak , canoe , or tubing excursion .
For those who crave a different kind of adventure , the ghost town of Centralia is located in the southernmost part of Columbia County . Centralia is internationally known for the famous mine fire burning below the town . Visitors can see vestiges of what used to be a bustling coal town , including an abandoned stretch of highway that now is covered in graffiti . Nostalgia is heavy in the air at Knoebels Amusement Resort , where the old-fashioned rides and secluded woodland setting evokes sweet memories of childhood . Knoebels has no entrance fee and offers free parking . The park was recently named the “ Favorite Traditional Amusement Park ” in the country and the “ Best Park for Families ” by the National Amusement Park Historical Association ’ s ( NAPHA ) 30th annual Amusement Park and Attractions Survey .
The counties are also home to twenty-five covered bridges . Picturesque and historic , they recall a time when life was simpler and closer to the land . On a yearly basis , visitors from all over the world come to admire the antique craftsmanship of the bridges and relax in the quiet countryside . Symbols of small-town America , these covered bridges coax travelers off the beaten path to explore little streams and forgotten dirt roads . For those looking to quench their thirst after a long day of adventures , the recently unveiled River Rat Brew Trail encompasses eleven local enterprising breweries with countless specialty drafts .
From earliest blossoms of spring to the last leaves of autumn , the counties have no shortage of fairs , festivals , carnivals , and parades . During April and May , many towns play host to weekend street fairs with local artisans , performers and authentic cultural foods . The annual Covered Bridge & Arts Festival is held in October at Knoebels , and features more than 400 crafters and food vendors . The counties are also a prime destination for fall foliage lovers .
To request a free Travel Guide and get more information , call 800-847-4810 or visit : www . iTourColumbiaMontour . com .