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Visiting the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon, and you want to know what there is to do? Here are some attractions and activities that both locals and visitors enjoy.
Vista Views
Colton Point lookout on the west rim of the canyon, and Leonard Harrison on the east rim of the canyon offer spectacular views of the PA Canyon. These are the "Must See" vistas to visit. (directions)
Pine Creek Rail Trail
One of the most popular attractions to the PA canyon is the Pine Creek Rail Trail, biking and hiking trail, a converted railroad bed that travels along Pine Creek at the floor of the PA Canyon.
Golf Museums Float Trips Birding Lakes
Theatre Music Hiking Fishing
State Parks Camping
Lake and Wine Region
Lake and Wine Region
PA Grand Canyon attractions draw thousands of visitors every year.
They enjoy
hiking and biking on the Pine Creek Rail Trail,
also visiting Leonard Harrison State Park and Colton Point or taking a wagon ride tour through the canyon.
White Water Rafting, Wineries, Theatre, Music and Museums are all part of
the PA Canyon area Attractions.
Corning Museum of Glass One Museum Way, Corning, NY. Live glassmaking demonstrations, Make Your Own Glass, hands-on technology exhibits, and the World’s Largest Glass Collection.
Rockwell Museum 111 Cedar St. Corning (607) 937-5386 The only Smithsonian Affiliate in Upstate NY. Explore art about American experience, housed in Corning’s Historic City Hall Open daily. 17 & under Free.
Gmeiner Art and Cultural Center 134 Main St. Wellsboro (570) 724-1917 Free public exhibits.
Tioga County Historical Society 120 Main St., Wellsboro, (570) 724-6116
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Canyon Cruise Outfitters 31 Llama Lane, Wellsboro. Canoe, kayak, rafting and tubing excursions.
Pine Creek Outfitters, Inc. 5142 Rt. 6 Wellsboro. Guided trips and rentals. Your local boating, biking and hiking experts. Now this is fun! The golf enthusiasts will enjoy several courses found in the area, not far from the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Grab you clubs and head to the hills. Enjoy several area courses including the Tyoga Country Club, River Valley and more. more info
The Lake and Wine region is the perfect add-on to the itinerary. Beautiful lakefront scenery can compliment a wine trail adventure. Find the Romance! Discover the fun! more info
movies
The Arcadia Theatre 50 Main St. Wellsboro (570) 724-4957 Call for shows and times. Four screen movie theatre and performance stage originally built in 1921
Deane Center Tioga County's premier destination for events. Live Concerts, Theatre and more.
Hamilton-Gibson Productions 29 water St., Wellsboro 570-724-2079 Where the local performing arts flourish.
It's Always a Great Time with Band of 1, the amazing One Man Band. See him at several of the area's finest venues. Listen, Watch and Enjoy at Bandof1.com
music festivals
Billtown Blues Festival Blues jams in nearby Williamsport, PA. - June
Endless Mountain Music Festival (570) 662-5030 Classical and contemporary music. 2 weeks in August.
GrassRoots Festival of Music and Dance - GrassRootsFest.org Trumansburg, NY Four glorious days of great music! This is the regions "must see" festival. - July
The PA Grand Canyon area has a wealth of hiking trails. From the famous Turkey Path to the West Rim Trail, access to hiking adventure can be found here. Explore The Pine Creek Rail Trail, the area's most famous hiking and biking trail. more info.
Canyon Wagon Rides ... Tour the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon in a horse drawn covered wagon.
The PA Grand Canyon area offers spectacular lake and stream fishing for year-round fun.
The Tackle Shack - The area's largest supplier of quality fishing tackle. If you want to know where and when to fish in the PA Canyon area, talk to Don. Tips on what to use and where to go.
From the overlooks to the lakes, from the forests to the marshes, the PA Grand Canyon area provides many species for your birding pleasure. (more info.)
observation tower
The PA Grand Canyon Tower overlooks the PA Grand Canyon Countryside with a panoramic view of the surrounding land. It can be found about a half mile before the Leonard Harrison State Park entrance.The Lakes found throughout the PA Grand Canyon region have always been a part of the fun. Fishing, boating, swimming and camping. Explore the PA Grand Canyon Lakes.
skiing
Ski Sawmill 383 Oregon Hill Road, Morris, PA (570) 724-1720snowmobiling
PA Grand Canyon Snowmobile Club 4814 Route 6 - Wellsboro, PA 570-724-2888
Leonard Harrison State Park
Colton Point State Park, Hills Creek State Park, Cherry Springs, Lyman Run and others, are all part of the PA Grand Canyon area State Parks.
RV and Tent camping facilities can be found in and around the PA Grand Canyon area. Private campgrounds, Federal and State Parks, and backwoods camping are some of the many camping opportunities available in the region. Explore the canyon and enjoy the outdoors. Let's go camping! more info
Pine Creek, rich in history and scenic wonder. The Pine Creek
Water Trail is a boaters paradise. Fabulous floating and fishing fun! Bring your canoe, kayak or just an inner tube.
From the Pine Creek Gorge to The Pine Creek Rail Trail
The PA Grand Canyon has so much to offer.
Events
Dickens of a Christmas Wellsboro PA December The Wellsboro Dickens of a Christmas celebration.
Finger Lakes STPR September Rally car racing. Susquehannock Trail Pro Rally.
PA State Laurel Festival June Wellsboro, Pa.
Tioga County Fair August
Troy Fair July
Woodsman's Show August