Take the road less traveled. Walk the Tracks Across the Sky at the amazing engineering marvel, the Kinzua Sky Walk. Enjoy spectacular fall foliage tours; hands-on, experiential educational and heritage tours; food & wine culinary adventures. For active groups – guided nature hikes. In the Allegheny National Forest Region Fall really is bigger!
For groups touring the Allegheny National Forest in northern Pennsylvania and nearby southwestern New York, our region offers inexpensive attractions and a selection of locally owned restaurants, choice of hotels, and one-of-a-kind venues.
Fall Foliage – Longhouse National Scenic Byway – USA Today, 2011, named as one of top 50 scenic drives in the United States – Prime color during first two weeks of October.
Scenic Route 6 – Small Town Charm. Recommended sites to visit locally: Allegheny National Forest, Flickerwood Wine Cellars, Allegheny Cellars Winery, Artworks at the Depot, Kane Manor, Olmsted Manor, Smethport Mansion District, Old Jail Museum, Route 6 Diner, Barrel House Restaurant.
Below are a few suggested attractions that welcome group tours. Call 1-800-473-9370, ask for Linda for personalized tour assistance, or email devlin@visitANF.com.
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Kinzua Bridge State Park
296 Viaduct Road
Mt. Jewett, PA 16740
814-778-5467
kinzuabridgesp@pa.gov
School & Group programming available.
The Kinzua Sky Walk is constructed on the restored towers of the historic Kinzua Viaduct, once the longest and highest railroad viaduct in the world. This pedestrian walkway extends 600 feet out into the Kinzua Gorge and features an octagon shaped overlook, with a partial glass floor, that provides stunning 8-mile forest vistas.
The park is motor coach, bus, and RV friendly. Buses may drive directly to the entrance of the visitor center and park office to drop off and pick up groups.
Please note a multi-year project to rehab the skywalk is set to begin in the fall of 2024 and during the project, motor coach groups must call the park in advance to discuss the logistics of their visit.
Participants may explore the park, exhibits on both levels of the visitor center, and visit the gift shop. During the project the Skywalk and Kinzua Creek Trail will be closed, however the observation decks and some of the trails in the park will remain open. Each fall during peak leaf viewing the project is scheduled to be on pause with the skywalk open to visitation. Please contact the park for the most up to date construction schedule.
All guided activities must be scheduled at least 30 days prior to arrival.
Hear the “Wild Catting Tales” at the site of our 72 foot tall, 1890 Era Standard Rig. You can experience the excitement of the FIRST billion-dollar oil field. Guided tours by oil country veterans. See yellow dogs and barkers, headache posts, hurry-up sticks, and sucker rods — all used to produce that “miracle molecule” of oil found in Pennsylvania.
More information
For additional itineraries or personalized service in planning your group tour to the Allegheny National Forest Region, please call 1-800-473-9370 or email devlin@visitANF.com.
Enjoy two nights stay at the Kane Manor Inn and sample the local fare and libations including a $50 voucher at Table 105, Kane’s foremost American bistro, wine tasting/meat and cheese tray at Flickerwood Winery ($15 value) and beer tasting or two full glasses of craft beer at our local Logyard Brewing ($12 value). Kane, PA is Trail Central™ and located on the Knox & Kane Rail Trail (2 blocks from the Inn) and adjacent to numerous trails for hiking, biking and winter sports. The total package is $299.00 plus tax for two adults.
Kane Manor Inn
230 Clay St.
Kane, PA 16735
814-837-6522
kmi@kanemanorinn.com
Lantz Corners Getaway is centrally located to all the great fishing areas. Fishing for Value Package includes one overnight stay and one $10 food & beverage voucher for the Barrelhouse Restaurant – all for only $70.00 plus tax. Phone for reservations at 814-778-5391, and mention the Fishing for Value Package for this special pricing. Extended nights & group pricing also available.
Lantz Corners Getaway and Conference Center
Intersection of Rt. 219 & Rt. 6
2952 Route 219
Kane, PA 16735
814-778-5391
lantzcornersgetaway@yahoo.com
Stay 2 nights and get 1 night free. Fee is $140.00 + tax for one person, or two people sharing a room. Walk to the Barrelhouse Restaurant & Pub next door, serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Spend the evening relaxing around the fire pit. Call for reservations at 814-778-5391, and mention this Fly & Drive package for special pricing!
Lantz Corners Getaway and Conference Center
Intersection of Rt. 219 & Rt. 6
2952 Route 219
Kane, PA 16735
814-778-5391
lantzcornersgetaway@yahoo.com
Midweek Adventure Package
Package includes one night lodging at a Holiday Valley Property and a 3 hour Aerial Adventure starting at $249 for two people, midweek, tax included. Packages are available at the Inn at Holiday Valley, the Tamarack Club or a Holiday Valley Rental Management property.
The Inn at Holiday Valley
6081 Route 219 South
Ellicottville, NY 14731
716-699-2345
aneal@holidayvalley.com
Midweek Golf & Stay Package
Stay at the Inn and enjoy 2 days of golf with 18 holes per day, plus club cleaning and storage, and unlimited range balls at our practice facility. Up to two kids age 17 and under stay free. $549 for 2 nights for 2 adults.
Lodging is available at the course-side Inn at Holiday Valley, the course-side Tamarack Club and area condominiums, townhouses and homes managed by Holiday Valley.
The Inn at Holiday Valley
6081 Route 219 South
Ellicottville, NY 14731
716-699-2345
aneal@holidayvalley.com
Stay at the Best Western Bradford Inn, located within walking distance of downtown restaurants. Package includes 2 nights lodging, free hot breakfast bar, 4 bottles of bottled water, two ANF decals, and a bag of trail mix. $225.00* for 2 Adults, 2 nights.
* Does not include tax.
Plus Bradford Hiking Package – Bradford, PA
Best Western Bradford Inn
100 S. Davis Street
Bradford, PA 16701
814-362-4501
