When autumn arrives in Central Pennsylvania, the Raystown Lake Region transforms into a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges and golds. Crisp mornings give way to warm afternoons, and the rolling ridges, forested hollows and sparkling waters of the lake become the perfect canvas for nature’s grand finale…
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As the chill of winter melts away and the Raystown Lake Region bursts into bloom, there’s no better time to explore the great outdoors, support local events and reconnect with nature. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong local, here’s your go-to spring bucket list to make the most of…
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Rainy days don’t have to put a damper on your outdoor adventure—especially in the Raystown Lake Region! From misty forest paths to tranquil lake views, there’s a trail for every hiker looking to embrace the elements. With the right gear and a little extra caution, you can explore some of the…
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Survival tips and tools to help you master your next outdoor adventure I can still hear it now … the sounds of my family preparing for our annual camping trip. There’s the silky rustle of fabric as I excitedly shove my sleeping bag into its sac … the click-clack of tent poles as my mom looks over…
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A guide to golf in the Raystown Lake Region To be honest, I am not a golfer. I have joked when on a golf course that, “If there isn’t a clown or windmill in the way, I have no idea how to putt.” One thing I know, though, is that in the last two years, a lot of people have discovered or rediscovered…
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In honor of National Trails Day, we are celebrating great views in the Raystown Lake Region that you can’t access from a car – you have to get to them by hiking or biking on a trail. Mid-State Trail (MST) The Mid-State Trail passes through the Raystown Lake Region along the Tussey Mountain Ridge and…
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Vibrant and exciting signs of spring are popping up across the 118 miles of Raystown Lake shoreline every day. Here at the Huntingdon County Visitors Bureau (also known as the Raystown Lake Visitor Center), we're looking forward to another busy season of teaching visitors how to make the very best…
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Tips, tools for Raystown anglers Headed to Raystown Lake to try your luck at catching the big one? At 28-miles long, with 118 miles of shoreline, Raystown offers many fish species including stripers, muskies, lake trout, large and small-mouth bass, channel cats, walleyes, brown trout, white and…
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Escape, explore and keep your story interesting with a trip to the Raystown Lake Region. During a pandemic, finding vacation options and new and exciting activities to do may prove to be a challenge. Fortunately, here at the Raystown Lake Region of Pennsylvania, we say, "Challenge accepted!"…
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Those boots want to go outside... Hundreds of miles of hiking trails are located in the Raystown Lake Region of Pennsylvania. Standing Stone Trail (80 miles) is the 2016 Pennsylvania Trail of the Year with the unique “Thousand Steps” section up Jacks Mountain. Lots of options: stroll the Lower…
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