7 Natural Wonders Unique To The Keystone State That Should Be On Everyone's Pennsylvania Bucket List
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Beth Price-Williams
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We’re no strangers to natural wonders in Pennsylvania. After all, we’ve got a ton of them – from Pine Creek Gorge to Ricketts Glen State Park. If you’ve not got a bucket list already, you’ll probably want to make one and then add these one-of-a-kind wonders to it. Each provides a glimpse of some of the sheer beauty and uniqueness Pennsylvania has to offer.
Ringing Rocks County Park, Ringing Rocks Rd, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972, USA
Bring your hammer along (and a camera!) for your visit to this one-of-a-kind natural wonder in Pennsylvania. Follow the easy .08-mile Ringing Rocks Ramble Trail to the rocks that, when you tap them, ring like a bell. Plan your visit to Ringing Rocks by reading our previous article.
Coudersport Ice Mine, Sweden Township, PA 16915, USA
Penn’s Cave earns props as America’s only all-water cave. Climb aboard a boat for a guided tour of this unique natural wonder. Unfortunately, the cave is not handicap-accessible, as you must climb down steep stairs to get to the water. Above ground, however, you’ll find fun for the whole family, including gem mining and a wildlife tour. Get a glimpse at the fun that awaits at Penn’s Cave in our previous article.
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Coudersport Ice Mine is only open during the warmer months, and although it’s rather tiny, it’s well worth a visit. After all, you’ll get a glimpse of a natural phenomenon. The ice mine freezes over in the summer, and the ice melts in the winter. Take a peek at Coudersport Ice Mine in a previous article.
Archbald Pothole State Park, 960 Scranton Carbondale Hwy, Archbald, PA 18403, USA
We probably shouldn’t be surprised that in a state that’s brimming with potholes that it’s also home to the world’s largest pothole. You can see this oddest of natural wonders at Archbald Pothole State Park. It’s so big that it could fit 140,000 gallons of water. Learn more about the world’s largest pothole in a previous article.
Monongahela River, United States
To really experience one of the United States’ longest north-flowing rivers, climb aboard a scenic boat ride with The Gateway Clipper Fleet in Pittsburgh. Unlike the majority of the world’s rivers, the Monongahela River flows north.
Bilger's Rocks, 1921 Bilgers Rocks Rd, Grampian, PA 16838, USA
Experience a piece of natural history at Bilger’s Rocks in Clearfield County. The rock formations date back more than 300 million years. The rocks are popular for climbing, and you can explore the area on one of the scenic trails. See the adventure that awaits at Bilger’s Rocks by reading our previous article.
Natural Water Slides, PA-381, Ohiopyle, PA 15470, USA
While you can visit Meadow Run Natural Waterslide any time of the year, you’ll find it’s the perfect spot to cool down during the hottest days of the summer. The natural waterslide is formed of sheets of 300-million-year-old sandstone, so you might get a few bumps and bruises along the way. Start planning your summer adventure to Pennsylvania’s natural waterslide by reading our previous article.
What are your favorite natural wonders in Pennsylvania? Let us know in the comments! If you’re up for a road trip, hit the highway to these natural and manmade wonders in Pennsylvania.
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