Find Your Own Trail
July is packed with adventure at Kinzua Bridge State Park! From firefly walks and tornado tales to archery, wellness walks, and wildlife talks — there`s something for every explorer this month!
As a reminder the Kinzua Skywalk remains CLOSED to foot traffic until August 8, 2025. However the Visitor Center, Kinzua Skywalk overlook, PA Wilds Conservation shop, Playground and Little Sister`s Big Rig are all OPEN during the restoration and preservation project.
All programs are free and set against the stunning backdrop of the Kinzua Skywalk.
Plan your visit, bring the family, and experience the wild side of summer.
Register at events.dcnr.pa.gov
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Sure the Kinzua Skywalk may not open until August 8 but there is alot to see at the Kinzua Bridge State Park and Visitor Center. The Wilds Cooperative of Pennsylvania has The PA Wilds has unique products only found in the wilds. Stop by Little Sister`s Big Rig and grab a bite to eat after you`ve checked out the exhibits and museum area.
#AdviceFromTrailCentral...you can work up a real outdoor appetite when you`re leaf peeping and when you do, get the Elk Burger or BBQ pulled pork and IFYKYK, you`ll get the loaded fresh-cut fries. Tell them Trail Central sent you. Better yet, get Trail Central an Elk Burger.
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🎶If you`re wasting away again… it’s time to head to Kane and the Allegheny National Forest for a true Cheeseburger in Paradise at SQUATCHFEST 2025!🎶
Get ready for an EPIC all-day music festival at the Kane Family Drive In on Saturday, July 12! Your $30 ticket includes access to 4 fantastic bands, family-friendly fun, and the best fireworks show around.
Enjoy delicious food, refreshing adult beverages, axe throwing, a mechanical shark (because bulls just don’t fit the vibe), and a Squatch-calling contest to summon the guest of honor himself.
🌲 Forest vibes. 🎆 Big energy. 🎸 One unforgettable day.
🕑 Gates open at 2PM
🎵 Live music at 3PM
🎇 Fireworks at 11PM
🎤 Lineup:
J.D. Eicher | Six-Pak | Resonance | The Landsharks (Jimmy Buffett Tribute)
🎟 Tickets + full schedule → Squatchfest.org
📱 Follow along on Facebook — we’re giving away FREE tickets next week!
#Squatchfest2025 #VisitMcKean #KanePA #LiveMusic #AlleghenyNationalForest #CheeseburgerInParadise #SummerFestival #PATrailCentral #BigfootInTheANF

Grand Opening Celebration in Smethport! Join the fun on Saturday, June 28 at 1pm at the McKean County Historical Society in Smethport (502 W King St) for a Grand "Re" Opening Ceremony celebrating two incredible restorations:
The newly restored Sheriff’s Apartment inside the Old Jail Museum — fully revamped displays, improved accessibility, and fresh interiors. Plus, the Prospect Hill Fire Tower’s official opening—complete with accessible walkways and a view like no other!
The event kicks off with a ribbon-cutting, remarks and a few surprise activities.
This is your chance to explore nearly every updated exhibit, learn about McKean County’s rich past, and enjoy a day filled with local pride and community spirit. Visitors: Stop by, reconnect with your roots, and be among the first to see these reimagined heritage treasures!
Contact (814) 887‑5142 for more info.
Make history with us—#VisitSmethport #PreserveLocalHistory #VisitANF #PATrailCentral

This is it... the big weekend for Kane, PA! Get ready for a picture-perfect weekend in the heart of the Allegheny National Forest! Art in the Wilds returns to Kane’s Evergreen Park, showcasing incredible work from juried fine artists in a beautiful outdoor setting — June 28 & 29!
But that`s not all — it`s also Kane Alumni Weekend, which means live music around every corner, big sales from local businesses and fun events and reunions happening all over town. Come for the art, stay for the vibes, and celebrate everything that makes Kane the Star in the Forest!
Tag your crew, plan your trip, and get ready to #VisitKanePA this weekend!
#VisitANF #VisitMcKean

This is it... the big weekend for Kane, PA! Get ready for a picture-perfect weekend in the heart of the Allegheny National Forest! Art in the Wilds returns to Kane’s Evergreen Park, showcasing incredible work from juried fine artists in a beautiful outdoor setting — June 28 & 29!
But that`s not all — it`s also Kane Alumni Weekend, which means live music around every corner, big sales from local businesses and fun events and reunions happening all over town. Come for the art, stay for the vibes, and celebrate everything that makes Kane the Star in the Forest!
Tag your crew, plan your trip, and get ready to #VisitKanePA this weekend!
#VisitANF #VisitMcKean

This is it... the big weekend for Kane, PA! Get ready for a picture-perfect weekend in the heart of the Allegheny National Forest! Art in the Wilds returns to Kane’s Evergreen Park, showcasing incredible work from juried fine artists in a beautiful outdoor setting — June 28 & 29!
But that`s not all — it`s also Kane Alumni Weekend, which means live music around every corner, big sales from local businesses and fun events and reunions happening all over town.
Come for the art, stay for the vibes, and celebrate everything that makes Kane the Star in the Forest!
Tag your crew, plan your trip, and get ready to #VisitKanePA this weekend!

Looking to truly get off the grid while camping in the Allegheny National Forest?
Dispersed camping in the Allegheny National Forest lets you find your own slice of solitude—no reservations, no crowds, just you and the wild. It`s a perfect way to connect with nature and explore the forest on your own terms.
But before you head out, make sure you`re up to date on current rules and guidelines.
Visit the official ANF site for maps, tips, and regulations: fs.usda.gov/allegheny
Leave no trace, pack smart, and enjoy the adventure!
#VisitANF #TrailCentral #PATrailCentral #DispersedCampingANF
