Travel Guide & Map Allegheny National Forest Region. & Kinzua Sky Walk. visitanf.com McKean County

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1 Travel Guide & Map Allegheny National Forest Region & Kinzua Sky Walk visitanf.com McKean County

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4 visitanf.com Nestled at the edge of the Allegheny National Forest, Glendorn is your perfect getaway. Spend your days filled with world class activities, award winning cuisine or practice the art of doing nothing. Enjoy memorable experiences for every season d d So close, yet worlds away glendorn Drive bradford, PA glendorn.com Allegheny National Forest Region

5 You re on the Trail to Something Big Pursue the direction that gives you the most joy. Whether you choose the trail less traveled or a more beaten path, your journey into the Allegheny National Forest Region will be a life-changing experience. ANF Trail Central. See where it leads. ANFVB Visitors Center & ANF Bradford Ranger Station... 5 & 58 Seasonal Attractions - Locator Map Trail Central - Trail Descriptions & Trailhead Locations Water Trails & Waterways Snowmobile Trail Map Outdoor Adventures Guides & Outfitters, Hunting & Fishing...21 History Trail & Kinzua Sky Walk Shopping Trail - Treasures of the Forest ANF Camping & Cabin/Campsite Listings MAP What to See & Do - Attractions Where to Stay Where to Eat Services: Healthcare/Chambers/Realty...47 Special Events, Fairs & Festivals Directory of Businesses & Services Scenic Route Outdoor Resources & How to Get Here...58 ANF Visitors Bureau Welcome Center Stop in for FREE maps, trail, local event, tourism and travel information. ANF Visitors Bureau Welcome Center 80 East Corydon Street Exit from Rt. 219 at Elm Street or Forman Street. Free parking in the back. Open Year Round. Mon-Fri 9 AM to 5 PM For personalized assistance or for group travel information: Phone: Fax: info@visitanf.com 2015 This guide is published by the Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau, the official tourist promotion agency of McKean County, Pennsylvania. No part of this publication may be reproduced by any process except by prior authorization of the publisher. Linda Devlin, Executive Director, McKean County, Pennsylvania 5

6 Trail Central Take a day and discover a treasure. Take a week and discover yourself. Be awed by Mother Nature in one breath and wowed by a gourmet meal with the next. The key, of course, is the freedom offered by space and choice. Choice of where to stay, what to do, and which trail to traverse. All Types of Trails Four-Seasons of Adventure Choose from more than 600 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and backpacking; over 100 miles for ATV riding and more than 300 miles for snowmobiling. Seasonal trails are perfect for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. Easy strolls within the forest to multi-day backpacking adventures are available. Scenic Drives: Perfect for touring by motorcycle, car or RV, the Longhouse Scenic Drive, the Kinzua Bridge Scenic Byway and Pennsylvania Route 6 provide relaxing ways to view the lush forests and wildlife within our region. Plan your visit in late September or early October to catch Mother Nature s premier show of fall color. Fall really is bigger here! Shopping & Dining: Some of the best antiques and handcrafted items in the Northeast are available in our region. Local shops are bursting with art, photography and items crafted from the native hardwoods of the Pennsylvania Wilds. Focus on local foods and wines served at many of our locally owned restaurants to round out your experience. History & Heritage: The Kinzua Sky Walk is a must see attraction at the Kinzua Bridge State Park, a new visitors center will open fall To learn about the history of oil, timber, and the lives of the early settlers visit Penn Brad Oil, Simpler Times, Pennsylvania Lumber, Old Jail Museum and the Seneca-Iroquois National Museum. See, touch and feel the history of the world s greatest generation at the Eldred WWII Museum. All Within a Day s Drive Nearby Attractions: Niagara Falls Seneca-Allegany Casinos Location: South of Buffalo: 65 miles. Approximately 1.5 hours driving time. Niagara Falls, NY: 97 miles via Route 219. East of Cleveland: 161 miles. East of Erie: 71 miles via PA Route 6 or NY I-86. Northeast of Pittsburgh: 126 miles. Washington, D.C.: 300 miles. Largest City: Bradford is 5 minutes from PA/NY state line. 6 Allegheny National Forest Region

7 Things to see & do What Does Your Perfect Trail Look Like? Photograph by Rocky Holland McKean County, Pennsylvania Enjoy nature along with dining, shopping, and historic sites. Spring The green of Spring is different in the forest light and fresh with a touch of sunshine on the leaves. Wildflowers add to the color; the songbirds return to fill the air with music. Plan a scenic drive to admire the rebirth of spring. Renew your spirit & soul along the way! Summer Lush, green forests. Cool, mountain streams. Scenic overlooks. Clear, blue skies above. Perfect for hiking, biking and enjoying the great outdoors. At night, the stars twinkle against an inky sky picture perfect! Autumn In Autumn, nature puts on the show of the year. Warm, sun-soaked days. Crisp starlit nights. Enjoy an endless canopy of crimson and gold. Prime leaf season in this neck of the woods is late September, early October. Make your reservations early for this performance! Winter White blankets cover the hillsides and streams. Ice sparkles on tree limbs. Enjoy a drive through pristine white forests. Play outside in the snow, go sledding, crosscountry skiing or strap on a pair of snowshoes! Plan an overnight at one of our warm and cozy B&Bs, hotels or hibernate in front of the fireplace in the Big House at Glendorn. 7

8 visitanf.com Trail Central Lace Up Your Hiking Boots Time to leave the city behind and find your own trail. Trail highlights within the Allegheny National Forest Hiking 13 Trails; 201 miles Cross-Country Skiing 8 Trails; 53 miles Interpretive 10 Trails; 18 miles Backpacking and Hiking North Country National Scenic Trail - With 96.6 miles of completed trail marked with blue blazes, the North Country Trail is the longest trail in the Allegheny National Forest (ANF). It is one of three designated National Scenic Trails in Pennsylvania and provides vistas of the Allegheny Reservoir as it passes through rock outcroppings, open hardwoods, old growth forests and stands of hemlock. A trailhead with a parking area is located along Rt. 346 west of the City of Bradford. From this northern point, situated along the New York-Pennsylvania state line near Willow Bay Recreation Area, the North Country Trail winds south to Tionesta Scenic Area. The trail then heads west to Dunham Siding, through Kellettville, and to the ANF boundary near Muzette. Perfect for backpacking, the northern section from Rt. 321 to the Red Bridge Recreational Area is about 29 miles, so allow two to three days. Difficulty level is rated moderate to difficult. Minister Creek Trail - This 7.3 mile trail begins at the Minister Creek Campground and forms a loop. The trailhead parking lot is located on Rt. 666 west of Minister Creek Campground, 14.7 miles southwest of Sheffield. Marked with grey diamonds, this trail is for hiking and skiing. Difficulty level is rated more difficult. Morrison Trail - A 10.8 mile loop trail. The eastern side is the Morrison Trail Loop and the western side is the Rimrock Trail Loop. Day hikers can complete either portion of the trail in one day. Combining both trails with the cross connector, this system is perfect for a two to three day backpacking adventure. Passing through open hardwoods and large rock formations, the ground cover is thick with strands of mountain laurel. The trailhead parking lot is located along Rt. 59, 17 miles west of the City of Bradford. Difficulty level is rated moderate to difficult. 8 Allegheny National Forest Region

9 Rimrock Overlook & Trail mile pedestrian trail connects the overlook with Kinzua Beach Recreation Area. Highlights of the overlook include the massive rock formations and scenic vistas of the shorelines of the Allegheny Reservoir. From Bradford, travel west on Rt. 59 to a left-hand turn onto Forest Road 454 and drive 2.7 miles to access Rimrock Parking/Picnic Area or travel further west on Rt. 59 (19 miles from Bradford) to access Kinzua Beach Recreation Area. Difficulty level is rated easy to moderate. Timberdoodle Flats Interpretive Trail - Two trail loops totaling 1.5 miles. The timberdoodle is the nickname of the American woodcock, one of the many birds you might get a glimpse of along the trail. The Woodcock Loop is marked with a yellow woodcock insignia and features 12 interpretive stops. The shorter Bluebird Trail is suitable for wheelchairs or walking assistance equipment and features six interpretive stops. Perfect for casual hikers, parents with children, or first-time birders. Trailhead is along Rt. 59, west of Bradford. Difficulty level is rated easy. Trails within McKean County Home of the Tuna Valley, Kinzua Valley, Potato Creek and Seneca Snowmobile Trail systems. McKean County is Trail Central in Pennsylvania. Trails for all seasons; including hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing, ATV trails and snowmobiling. New Trailmaker App at visitanf.com. Trail Central Blaisdell-Emery Trail mile trail for bicycling and easy walking. The trail has a crushed stone surface, a tunnel, and bridges near Minard Run and Browntown Road. Sites along the way include the historic Penn Brad Oil Museum. A trailhead is located on Owens Way in South Bradford and ends on Main Street in Lewis Run. Trail parking is also located just south of the Penn Brad Oil Museum along Rt Difficulty level is rated easy. Community Parks Trail- A 2.9 mile loop trail that is a meandering urban trail connecting the recreation sites of Callahan Park, the Kessel Athletic Complex, and the Richard McDowell Community Trail at the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford to the National Historic District in downtown Bradford. Trailhead parking is available along Campus Drive at the McDowell Trailhead. Difficulty level is rated easy. McKean County, Pennsylvania 9

10 Crook Farm Trail - A 3 mile hiking trail loops along the banks of the scenic Tunungwant Creek - one might spy the occasional American Bald Eagle soaring overhead. Just north of the City of Bradford, the trailhead is located at the Crook Farm Homestead, a heritage site that features a one-room schoolhouse and restored farmhouse from the 19th century. From the north, travel Rt. 219 to Foster Brook Exit, exit right, turn right at the light, one mile on the right is Crook Farm. Difficulty level is rated easy. Goosechaser Trail - This 3/4 mile long trail loops along the banks of Marvin Creek in Hamlin Lake Park in Smethport. Named for the Canada geese that frequent the lake, the trail skirts the habitats of many wetland creatures, including water fowl. Access is from Route 6 to Willow Street, Hamlin Lake Park entrance. Free Parking. Public restrooms. Difficulty level is rated easy. Hidden Valley Passage - This 3.5 mile loop begins at the Indian Pipe Trailhead on Rt. 346 across from the upper end of Marilla Reservoir. A sign marks the trail at the Indian Pipe kiosk. This trail follows a 1880s narrow gauge railroad grade. After 1.5 miles, bear right and follow the blue diamonds to the top of the ridge where it joins Indian Pipe and travels back to the Marilla Reservoir. Difficulty level is rated moderate. Indian Pipe Trail - This 7.4 mile non-motorized trail crosses a 4,000 acre Allegheny Northern Hardwood Forest which is under the stewardship of the Bradford Water Authority. This is a good trail for bicycling, crosscountry skiing, and snowshoeing as well as hiking, as it is mostly on roads and is wide and smooth. A multitude of flora and fauna species can be observed from this trail, including the Indian Pipe flower (monotropa uniflora) after which the trail is named. Travel Rt. 346 west of Bradford five miles; trailhead access is on the right. Difficulty level is rated moderate. Kinzua Bridge State Park - A distinctive hike on the Kinzua Sky Walk, a pedestrian overlook built upon the historic towers of the Kinzua Viaduct, which now extends over 600 feet into the Kinzua Gorge, provides stunning views year round. The General Kane Trail, named after Thomas Leiper Kane, is a 1 mile loop hiking 10 Allegheny National Forest Region

11 Trail Central trail. It leads people through forested areas that were ravished by a tornado in 2003, as well as those that remained unharmed. Expect to view a diverse sampling of tree species, including the American chestnut (Castanea dentata), along with the opportunity to catch a glimpse of a wide variety of bird species. The trailhead is located at the overflow parking area at the park Lindholm Road, Mt. Jewett, PA. Groups can call ahead for guided hikes or interpretive programs. GPS N W Difficulty level is rated moderate. Kinzua Valley Trail - A 4 mile trail for hiking, biking; in winter you can experience the solitude and beauty of this trail for cross-country skiing. Located along the banks of the scenic Kinzua Creek, the surface is crushed limestone. The trailhead is accessed from the village of Westline. From Rt. 6, travel north on Rt. 219, turn left onto Westline Road. Difficulty level is rated moderate. Marilla Bridges Trail - A 1 mile loop with forest and water vistas. Highlights include the Erik Benjamin Covered Bridge which spans the spillway of the Marilla Reservoir, three rustic wooden trestle bridges, and a delightful gazebo located at the southwest corner of the trail. Non-motorized use only. The trailhead is located along Rt. 346, five miles west of the City of Bradford. Difficulty level is rated easy. Marilla Springs Trail - This 3.6 mile point to point trail is a slightly more aggressive trail experience for the avid hiker and mountain biker, perfect for snowshoe and cross-country skiing in the winter. The lower trailhead begins at the southwest corner of the Marilla Bridges Trail. At the upper trailhead, the trail connects to Forest Road (FR) 173H, turn right to cross into the ANF and FR 173, a major forest road between Rt. 346 (Willow Creek) and Rt. 321 at Sugar Run. Limestone surface, progressive changes in elevation, old growth forest. Difficulty level is rated moderate to difficult. Bullis Hollow Trail - A 8.3 mile trail connects to the Marilla Springs Trail at the upper trailhead. From there the trail heads west along a narrow gauge railroad grade, crossing FS 137 and climbing to reach the Tracy Ridge Trail Network/North Country Trail. Difficulty level is rated moderate to difficult. McKean County, Pennsylvania 11

12 visitanf.com Marilla Rocks Trail - A 2.0 mile loop off a logging road that is accessible from Rt Blue diamonds mark the trail that leads to the rock formations, continue following the diamonds for a loop back to the logging road. Trailhead parking is near the gate on Rt. 346, approximately two miles from the Marilla Reservoir, on the left hand side of the road if traveling west. Difficulty level is rated moderate to difficult Potato Creek Water Trail - This water trail offers 3 canoe and kayak launch sites. Crosby Ball Field to East Smethport-6.4 miles. East Smethport to Coryville-10.9 miles. Coryville to Larabee 2.7 miles. Water access points. Route 46 south to Crosby Ball Field ( N W) to float along Potato Creek, 8.5 miles-champlin Hill Road towards Turtle Point ( N W), or 10.9 miles north of Smethport on Route 446 ( N W) the most northern point, Larabee Y, which has access to the Allegheny River. Difficulty level is rated easy. Richard McDowell Community Trail mile, 10 ft. wide paved surface trail meanders along the west branch of the Tunungwant Creek. The trail features six bridges, five raised walkways, a gazebo and water vistas. Trail access is via Campus Drive, close to the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. Difficulty level is rated easy. Shawmut Trail - 2 mile non-motorized trail. Trail first follows Marvin Creek and then traverses woodland settings, open meadows and farm land. Sights along the way include the historic McKean County Poor Farm. Trailhead is located along Route 6, west of Smethport, near the Marvin Creek Bridge. Difficulty level is rated easy. White Pine Trail - 3 mile loop past towering, old growth white pines. Entrance to the trail is at the confluence of Marilla Brook and Lean-to Run from the Marilla Bridges Trail, follow the run upstream to the white pines. Difficulty level is rated moderate. Wolfinger Trail System - A system of trails available for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking close to Smethport. Many loops can be made, from a short half hour stroll along Sandy Lane to several hours worth of vigorous hiking on the North Trail. Begin at the main trailhead, located on Rt. 46 north, 1.1 miles from the PA 6 intersection, on the left side by the gate. Maps are available at the trailhead. Difficulty level is rated easy to moderate. 12 Allegheny National Forest Region

13 Zippo Ski Slope Trail -.67 mile hiking trail located on what was once an active ski slope from 1945 to Trail features a sharp incline with scenic overlook at the top. Trailhead is at the end of Poplin Avenue at the Callahan Park in Bradford. Difficulty level is rated moderate to difficult. Trail Central McKean County Trail & Service Information ATV Rental Tours - Majestic Kamps & Lost Trails Hiking Shuttle - Allegheny Site Management Mountain Bike & Snowmobile Trails - Bettum s Idlewood Family Campground Pennsylvania Snowmobile Association... pasnow.gov Snowmobile Rentals - Kinzua Country Recreation Scenic Overlooks & Hiking Trails ROCK CITY PARK One One of the top 10 Hidden of the Gems top 10 in Western Hidden New Gems in Western New York York Explore the world s largest exposure of quartz conglomerate. Once a prehistoric ocean floor, this gigantic rock city towers many stories high. Hike the trails, visit the gift shop, picnic, savor the view. Family fun and romantic, too! Arts & CrAfts show May 11 9 & 10, 12, Mom gets in FREE on Mother s Day! 6th AnnuAl Gem, mineral & fossil show October 12, 10, & 12, 14, View and purchase gems, minerals & fossils from around the the world Beautiful fall foliage! ROCK(7625) Arts & Crafts Show 7th Annual Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show Beautiful Fall Foliage! Open open Daily: 9AM 9 am to 6PM 6 pm May may 1 to October october Route route 16 South OLEAN Travel Tips Leaf Peepers Plan for a peek at the fall foliage. Best Color - the last two weeks of September, Labor Day and the first two weeks of October. 13

14 visitanf.com McKean County Waterways Red Lines Indicate Stocked Trout Waters Where s The Water? Boating, Swimming, Fishing and More! Boat Launches Allegheny Reservoir - Daily Fee Willow Bay Recreation Area (N W ) Located on the south shore of Willow Bay. Camping, cabins, restrooms and courtesy dock available. Elijah Run (N W ) Located on the west bank of Red Bridge arm. Fishing pier, courtesy dock, restrooms and shoreline trail. Limited winter access. Webbs Ferry (N W ) Courtesy dock, fishing pier, shoreline trail and restrooms. Open year round with limited winter access. Roper Hollow (N W ) Hopewell and Handsome Lake. Boat to campgrounds directly across reservoir. Restrooms available, no courtesy dock, not recommended for large boats, no winter maintenance. Kiasutha Recreation Area (N W ) Located on the southwestern bank of the Allegheny Reservoir. Swimming beach and camping available. Dewdrop Recreation Area (N W ) Campers only. Marina (N W ) Kinzua-Wolf Run Marina Boat Launch & Docking. Kayak, canoe, pontoon, fishing and houseboat rentals. Gasoline. Restaurant Water Trails Potato Creek Trail Association Water Trails 20.2 miles. Three canoe and kayak launch areas. Potato Creek- water access in Crosby ( N W). Allegany River- 8.5 miles north of Smethport on Route 446 North, off Champlin Hill Road, towards Turtle Point ( N W) or at the Larabee Y ( N W). Woodland, grassland and birding opportunities along trail. 14 Allegheny National Forest Region

15 Waterways & Water Trails Beaches Allegheny Reservoir Beaches Kinzua Beach Kiasutha Beach Non-Reservoir Beaches Loleta, Twin Lakes Fishing The Allegheny National Forest offers the angler a variety of fishing opportunities from small native brook trout to trophy fishing for muskie, pike and walleye in the Allegheny Reservoir. The Allegheny Reservoir, a 12,000-acre impoundment on the Allegheny River, is the largest reservoir on the Forest. Fly fishing: The forest abounds with hundreds of miles of stream trout fishing from the large tailwater fishery at the base of the Kinzua Dam to the tiny brook trout streams on the Allegheny Plateau. Kinzua Creek is a local favorite. Grey fox, march brown, green drakes and native brown trout are found in these waters. Canoeing and Kayaking The Allegheny National Forest provides camping and launching facilities in Pennsylvania. In New York the Seneca Nation of Indians ( ), Cattaraugus County ( ), and Allegany State Park ( ) offer similar facilities. 18. Allegheny Reservoir Kinzua Wolf Run Marina Species: W* Acreage: 12,000 Motors: Unlimited Boat Access: Surfaced Ramp 19. Hamlin Lake Species: T* Acreage: 17 Motors: No Motors Boat Access: Cartop Access 20. Marilla Reservoir Species: T&W* Acreage: 25 Motors: Electric Boat Access: Cartop Access *Species Key: W stands for variety of Water Species such as bass, muskie, walleye, crappie, catfish and panfish. T indicates Stocked Trout FISHING LICENSES Tourist License - 1, 3 or 7 Day Resident & Senior Resident Licenses are available at more than 1,300 licensing agents or online at: Info: The southern-most tips of the Red Bridge arm and Sugar Bay of the Allegheny Reservoir provide an excellent place for canoeing and kayaking. Access to these areas can be gained by using the Kiasutha Boat Launch. Picnic Areas 5 Near the Reservoir Rimrock Overlook Willow Bay Kiasutha Kinzua Beach Jake s Rocks Overlook McKean County, Pennsylvania 15

16 Trail and Snow Conditions: Downloadable Maps - visitanf.com 16 Allegheny National Forest Region

17 Directory snowmobile trail MAP For additional information please call Bradford Ranger District McKean County, Pennsylvania 17

18 visitanf.com Birding Trails Location is everything, they say, and that goes for the Allegheny National Forest Region and birds. More than 200 species of birds can be found on the Allegheny National Forest, including bald eagles and osprey. The most common birds found are the ruffed grouse, the state bird of Pennsylvania, and the wild turkey. Buzzard Swamp, south of Kane, is a prime area to view these birds. The mourning warbler will likely be seen in clear-cut areas. Some of the most common warblers seen here are yellow, chestnut-sided, yellow-rumped, northern parula and bay-breasted. The hard-wooded forests are home to such birds as the yellow-bellied sapsucker, winter wren and hermit thrush. Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) are a fisheating bird of prey usually mating for life. Osprey nests can be viewed from Rt. 321 from the Red Bridge Area, Chappel Bay, Sugar Bay and Rt. 346 from Willow Bay. Bald eagles (haliaeetus leucocephalus) are among the largest birds of prey. They may weigh up to 14 pounds and have seven-foot wingspans. Bald eagles are readily identified by their white heads and tails; however, they don t attain this plumage until five years of age. They nest in large trees near water. Bald eagles have been sighted at the Allegheny Reservoir, Tunungwant Creek, and north of Eldred along the Allegheny River and Oswayo Creek. Birding Sites An excellent interpretive trail, Timberdoodle Flats, is a 1.4 mile loop trail located along Rt. 59 southwest of Bradford. This trail is named for the American woodcock, also knows as the timberdoodle, that uses both the forest and open areas for nesting. At Tracy Ridge Campground, you might find a Big Bend Birding Overlook northern saw-whet owl from March through July. Cerulean warblers sing in the oak trees along the Tracy Ridge Trail. Other suggested sites for birding are Marilla Reservoir, Rt. 346 in the Willow Bay area connecting to NY Rt. 280 along the northern portion of the Allegheny Reservoir, and along Rt. 59 at the Big Bend Birding Overlook just past the Kinzua Dam. Want to learn more about birding? Plan to visit and attend Birding 101: Getting off the Ground With Your Feathered Friends (Adult and Youth) - April 30, 2015; May 2, 2015 (Field Trip) Information: contined@pitt.edu 18 Allegheny National Forest Region Photograph by Rocky Holland

19 Trail ADVENTURES ANF Photo Treks Photography course taught in a beautiful outdoor setting in the Forest under the instruction of award-winning professional photographer Ed Bernik. The May session captures of the beauty of springtime in the Forest, the October course is during prime fall foliage season. Two exciting ANF Photo Treks to choose from: Spring: May 16-17, 2015 Fall: October 10, 2015 Registration Information: contined@pitt.edu Geocaching Trails in McKean County Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor treasure hunt. It is a fun, free, interactive way to enjoy the outdoors and technology, and it is suitable for all ages. Enter a zip code on geocaching. com to begin. Use the clues and a GPS unit or smart phone to find the hidden caches. A cache, in geocaching language, is the hidden item containing either a code or stamp enabling you to obtain a trackable geocoin. In our region, there are thousands of geocaches. Popular local zip codes to get you started are: 16701, 16735, 16749, 16731, 16347, 16333, and Have Fun! The Great Finding Bigfoot GeoTrail Have fun as you traverse throughout McKean County following the clues along the Great Finding Bigfoot GeoTrail. Record the secret code found in each geocache on the form, then mail the completed form into the ANF Visitors Bureau to receive your FREE trackable geocoin. Entries will be submitted into a contest to win a FREE GPS unit, with the winner drawn in December Download the form at: VisitANF.com Bigfoot in McKean County- Myth or Fact? Can Bigfoot really be living here? Many locals believe Bigfoot is here. Animal Planet filmed in the region and recorded positive sightings, and a game camera mounted in a tree by Rick Jacobs in a remote area of the ANF raises questions. Others just want to have fun searching for signs of BigFoot. In the meantime, have your photo taken beside a statue of Bigfoot at Rock City Park, or at Bell s Market in Kane, while shopping for Bigfoot Sausage, and of course you can always purchase a bottle of Bigfoot Wine at Allegheny Cellars in Sheffield! 19

20 ATV, Motorcycle, Mountain Bike Trails on the ANF ATV: Permits required - annual & day Willow Creek ATV: 10.0 miles; more difficult; trail/mountain bike Marienville ATV: 14.2 miles; more difficult; trail/mountain bike Marienville Bike: 23.1 miles; most difficult; ATV Rocky Gap ATV/Bike: 21.9 miles; more/most difficult; trail bike, snowmobile mountain bike Timberline ATV: 39 miles; easiest; snowmobile, mountain bike ATV Permit Information Allegheny National Forest Permits required - annual & day for all ATV trails on the ANF, Class I & Class II designations, please request information on trail classification when applying for permit. fs.usda.gov/allegheny/recreation/atv_trails ATV Trails & ATV Rental Tours Open Year Round Majestic Kamp & Lost Trails over 51 miles - Rew, PA Biking-Mountain Biking A variety of trails are suitable for biking/mountain biking. Suggested trails include: Biking Kinzua Valley in Westline, Blaisdell-Emery, Crook Farm, Marilla Bridges in Bradford, Shawmut Trail in Smethport Mountain Biking Marilla Springs in Bradford, Willow Creek - ANF Just Riding Along hosts weekly bike rides seasonally justridingalong.net/places-to-ride Allegheny/Allegany Snowmobile Trails Allegheny Snowmobile Loop (See page for map) Do the Loop Over 300 miles of groomed trails with interconnecting loops; the number one exciting trip into the snow-covered mountains of the Allegheny National Forest, Pennsylvania. Trail loops through the forest, trail access from multiple locations including Lantz Corners. Trail in northern section, near Willow Bay, connects to snowmobile trail system in Allegany State Park, New York. Helmets and state registration for both Pennsylvania and New York required. Trail and Snow Conditions Allegheny National Forest - Bradford Ranger District Marienville online trail conditions - In Season - front page link to trail condition updates... visitanf.com Allegany State Park - New York- 90 miles of groomed snowmobile trails Registration & Safety Trailing for Snowmobiles & ATV in Pennsylvania Online Registration... snowatvreg.dcnr.state.pa.us PA State Snowmobile Association... pasnow.org Motorized trails open from the Friday before Memorial Day to the last Sunday of September; December 20 to April 1. Designated routes only. Trails may be closed during adverse conditions. Please call for information. 20 Allegheny National Forest Region

21 Trail ADVENTURES Canoe/Kayak Guides & Outfitters B s Canoeing Guide Service Canoe the Tunungwant Creek to the Allegheny River - Bradford Country Squirrel Outfitters Canoe or kayak the Clarion River Froggy Bottom Allegheny River Outfitters Kayak the headwaters of the Allegheny River - Port Allegany Hunting Outdoor Life named Bradford, McKean County, as one of the top 200 hunting destinations in the United States. Abundant game, plenty of public land open for hunting and a wide range of accommodations can make a visit here your dream hunting adventure. Whether you have black bear, deer or small game in your sights-our region traditionally ranks among the leading Pennsylvania counties for harvesting black bear and white-tailed deer. Some of our bears weigh more than 500 pounds: four of the 15 Pennsylvania bucks ever to score over B & C points were taken here. Turkey hunting ranks with the best in the country with gobblers calling from nearly every ridge during the spring. There is also a mixed bag of small game including outstanding squirrel and grouse hunting. Where To Go? - McKean County public lands open to hunters include 135,396 acres of Allegheny National Forest and five state gamelands with a total of almost 25,000 acres. The Kinzua Quality Deer Cooperative (KQDC) allows public access to a special management area of public and privately owned land for hunters on 74,000 acres in western McKean County. For more information on this area, visit PA Hunting License Information: Hunting Guides/Hunting Preserves Burdick s Lodge-Hunting & Guide Services - Smethport Powder Horn Hunting Preserve - Port Allegany Yellow Dog Hunting Grounds - Kane Hunting & Fishing Outfitters Enjoy world class fishing. ORVIS fly-fishing-beginner through advanced. Drift boat adventures, trout fishing, casting lessons, and steelhead excursions on Lake Erie. Bird Hunting. Snowmobile Tours. Full service outfitter licensed for wide range of activities on the Allegheny National Forest. Call to arrange your customized outdoor adventure. The Lodge at Glendorn...glendorn.com McKean County, Pennsylvania 21

22 visitanf.com Here Everything Has a Story Learn the story of this area s opulent and colorful past as you visit the communities and homes built by the wildcatters, woodsmen, inventors, and wealthy lumber and oil barons. Tour Smethport s Victorian Mansion District, Bradford s National Historic District, Olmsted Manor, Kane Manor, The Lodge at Glendorn, the Eldred WW II Museum, Kinzua Sky Walk and Lynn Hall. Bradford National Historic District Walking Tour A self-guided walking tour of Main Street in Bradford highlights the eclectic architecture built by the early oil barons. The largest number of structures, primarily commercial buildings, featuring Neo-Classical, Colonial Revival, Romanesque and Art Deco architecture, were built between 1880 and Brochures are available at the ANF Visitors Center, 80 E. Corydon Street. Smethport Mansion District Walking Tour A self-guided walking tour along scenic Route 6 in Victorian Smethport showcases a piece of Americana. Stroll past the Victorian mansions that line Smethport s Main Street. Tour the Old Jail Museum, allow time to visit the quaint shops and Hamlin Lake. A detailed brochure with map is available in Smethport at the outdoor kiosk in front of the McKean County Courthouse at 500 West Main Street. Smethport A Historic Victorian Village Along picturesque Route 6 Quaint Shops, Dining, a Choice of Overnight Accommodations & the Smethport Mansion District Walking Tour smethportpa.org Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce 121 Main Street, Bradfordchamber.com The oldest continually operating refinery in the country, the Bradford Refinery has been a cornerstone in the ANF region since it was founded in 1881, and it remains a crucial economic partner and community steward today. 77 N. Kendall Ave., (814) amref.com 22 Allegheny National Forest Region

23 History Trail Eldred WWII Museum and Learning Center Remembering the Heroic Efforts of World War II Spectacular Exhibits Personal WWII Stories Authentic Artifacts Extensive WWII Library Powerful Videos Gallery of Valor Hours: Tues. thru Sat am to 4pm Sunday...1pm to 4pm Group Tours Welcome. Please Call Ahead. Educational Resource Guide for School Groups is Available. 201 Main Street Eldred, PA WWII (9944) Kinzua Bridge State Park Featuring the famous Kinzua Sky Walk, scenic overlooks, lovely picnic area, interpretive programs, and a rentable park pavilion for groups, this day use park is open year round from 8 AM to sunset daily. Trails to the viewing platform and down to the bottom of the gorge allow you to view the 11 massive steel towers of the Kinzua Viaduct that were ripped from their concrete piers during the July 2003 tornado. The Kinzua Bridge Scenic Byway is a designated shared use hike/bike corridor that connects the park to the PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor, just east of the village of Mt. Jewett. Group tours, school field trips and motorcoach are welcome. Please call or the park office to schedule tours. Currently under construction, a new Visitors Center with two exhibit halls, classrooms, and visitor services will be opening in the fall of Admission to the park is FREE. Kinzua Bridge State Park GPS Address: 1721 Lindholm Road, Mount Jewett, PA McKean County, Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Lumber Museum An Outdoor Museum depicting the Lumber Industry in Pennsylvania Rt. 6 between Galeton & Coudersport 5660 US 6 West, PO Box 239, Galeton, PA (814) April October, Wednesday Sunday, 9 to 5 23

24 history trail Tracks Across Hidden deep within the forest of Northwestern Pennsylvania an engineering masterpiece, the Kinzua Viaduct once soared 301 feet high and 2,053 feet across, and was at one time the highest and longest railroad bridge in the world. In 1882, General Thomas Kane, a Philadelphia lawyer, decorated Civil War veteran, and president of the New York, Lake Erie and Western Coal Company, had rich coal deposits south of the Kinzua Valley. But since his customers were to the north, Kane needed to cross that valley. Kane needed a bridge. Paris-born Octave Chanute, chief engineer for the Erie Railroad, rose to the challenge. The man who would later help the Wright brothers fly had a bold solution a bridge unlike any the world had seen. Once billed as the Eighth Wonder of the World this masterpiece was hit by a tornado in 2003 and laid in partial ruins until September 15, 2011 when the grand opening of the Kinzua Sky Walk brought life back into the Kinzua Bridge State Park. The Kinzua Sky Walk is a pedestrian walkway built on six of the historic viaduct towers which remained following the tornado. Extending over 600 feet out into the gorge, the skywalk features an octagon-shaped overlook at the end with a partial glass floor which allows visitors to peer down below. Visitors can once again experience the thrill of Walking the Tracks Across the Sky as they enjoy stunning views spanning miles across the landscape. History of the Bridge Chief Engineer Octave Chanute contracted the Pennsylvania firm of Clarke, Reeves & Company to design and fabricate the bridge. Adolphus Bonzano designed a wrought iron bridge using his Phoenix Column, an engineering breakthrough that enabled tall structures to resist vibration and buckling. The bridge was pre-fabricated in Phoenixville, near Philadelphia, and transported to the site for erection. Once the sandstone foundation piers were in place, 125 men completed the construction in just 94 days. Three and one-half million pounds of iron and $275,000 later, the first steampowered train rolled across delivering General Kane s coal to market. The Viaduct was an immediate sensation. It stood 24 feet higher than the Brooklyn Bridge and became an instant tourist attraction. Walking out on the bridge was the next best thing to flying. But by 1900, the locomotives and railroad cars hauling coal and timber across the Viaduct had become larger and heavier. A stronger steel bridge was required. Using 6.7 million pounds of steel held together by 895,000 rivets, workers erected a new bridge to replace the original. Two timber travelers worked toward the center, demolishing the oil iron towers one at a time as the new steel ones were hoisted into place. A crew of 100 to 150 men, working 11- hour days, finished construction in just four months. 24 Allegheny National Forest Region

25 KINZUA Sky Walk the Sky For generations, freight trains loaded with coal, lumber and oil roared across the Kinzua Viaduct. Later, excursion trains brought sightseers and visiting engineers from around the globe to view the majestic bridge. Since 1963, the bridge has served as the centerpiece of the Kinzua Bridge State Park. The Power of Nature Tornado Strikes July 21, 2003 Bridge designer C.R. Grimm predicted his creation would last 100 years. And he was right. Grimm s design used roller expansion bearings where the tower legs were anchored to the masonry foundation piers. This design allowed lateral expansion of the tower legs under temperature loading. But his failure to replace the original 1881 anchor bolts would have catastrophic consequences. In July 2003, engineers and skilled bridge builders were hard at work on a $12 million repair project to reinforce the aging structure. The workers decided to call it a day when the sky went black and the winds rushed in. A tornado tore through the forest heading straight for the Viaduct. Hundreds of trees were ripped from their roots and 11 of the bridges 20 towers were lifted, twisted and thrown onto the valley floor. Engineers later confirmed that winds attacked from three directions. The original 1882 anchor blots and collar coupling assemblies, which mated the old bolts to the later 1900 construction, had failed. Within 30 seconds, nature had brought the mighty span to its knees. Overlooks and Trails The Kinzua Sky Walk provides a stunning overlook to view the natural beauty of the Kinzua Gorge. Chances to view wildlife and a wide variety of birds are plentiful. Prime fall foliage season is normally the last two weeks of September and the first two weeks of October. New trails lead visitors to an overlook to view the understructure of the original viaduct and down into the bottom of the gorge to view the twisted massive steel towers that fell during the tornado. McKean County, Pennsylvania 25

26 Rew Shopping Trail Small town shops are brimming with handcrafted artisan wares, antiques, collectibles, and locally manufactured products like Holgate toys, Zippo lighters and Case knives. Follow the X marked locations to find the perfect treasures to feather your nest or to outfit your next outdoor adventure. For a full list of shops, check under Shopping in the directory - pages Salamanca TAX FREE Shopping in Pennsylvania Clothing & Shoes Zippo, Bradford Ellicottville Ellicotiville From Erie Salamanca Limestone Exit 23 Willow Bay Bradford Ranger Station Smethp Allegheny National Forest Sheffield Kane Lantz Corners Kinzua Sky Walk Mt. Jewett McK BRADFORD From Pittsburgh ok Forest te Park 26 Allegheny National Forest Region

27 Nestled in the hills of northern Pennsylvania, Olde Schoolhouse Village Shoppes is a reclaimed building transformed into a quaint village marketplace. We offer decor in: Shabby Chic - Country - Primitive Northwest Cabin - Farmhouse Kitchen Reproduction Furniture, Primitives, Antiques, Rugs, Wall Art, Tableware, Candles, Linens, Jewelry Don t forget to visit Schoolhouse Health Foods and Coffee Shoppe, Eldred Treasure Key Shopping Site Shopping Trail ANF Visitors Bureau Welcome Center 80 E. Corydon Street Allegany Lodging Dining Winery Olean Flickerwood Wine Cellars, Kane Portville Eldred Jack Bell s Meat Market, Kane ort CJ Spirits, Kane EAN COUNTY Sportsman s Outlet, Bradford BRADFORD SPORTSMANS OUTLET YOUR LOCAL HEADQUARTERS FOR EVERYTHING OUTDOORS 500 Chestnut St EXT Spring/Summer Hours: Mon - Sat 9-6 Closed Sunday Fall/Winter Hours: Mon - Sat 9-7 Sunday 12-5 Elk Country Visitors Center shopsportsmansoutlet.com facebook.com/sportsmansoutlet FIREARMS GIFTS FOOTWEAR HUNTING FISHING CAMPING McKean County, Pennsylvania 27

28 Outdoor Adventures Allegheny National Forest (ANF) So Big, So Green The majestic ANF sprawls over four wildly beautiful counties: McKean, Warren, Elk and Forest. Covering more than 513,000 acres, the Forest, located in northwestern Pennsylvania, is a convenient drive for more than one-third of the nation s population. Highlights include the mighty Allegheny (Kinzua) Reservoir which tames the Allegheny River and offers fishing, kayaking, motorized and non-motorized boating, and developed scenic overlooks such as Rimrock & Jakes Rocks. Trail users will enjoy the over 600 miles of four-season trails, including 96.6 miles of the North Country Trail-the longest trail in America. Diverse seasonal recreation, abundant wildlife, and the stunning fall foliage along the Longhouse National Scenic Byway offer you space and freedom to relax and enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature. Camping is available both within the Forest and nearby in developed campgrounds. (Nearby camping/cabin directory - page 51) Camping in the ANF 15 Campgrounds - More than 1,000 sites! Share the outdoors with your family! Each campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring or grill, accommodates parking for two vehicles, a wheeled camping unit and a tent, except for five campgrounds that are accessible by boat & hike only. 4 Reservoir Campgrounds Willow Bay Campground/Cabins located 15 miles west of Bradford along Route 346. Lakefront cabins and camping. Boat launch. Allegheny Site Management offers: Pontoon, canoe, kayak, paddle boat or float boat rentals. Boat packages & hiking shuttles. Interpretive programs. Guide services for hiking, boating, and hunting. For information on extended services available at Willow Bay please phone: Campsite Fees* $18-23 Cabins Open year-round. Cabin Fees* $55-65 Farnsworth Cabin Call for Fee Dewdrop & Kiasutha lake front camping, boat launches. Fees* $ Red Bridge located nine miles northwest of Kane, along Route 321. It is on the eastern shore of the Kinzua Bay and is on the Longhouse Scenic Byway. Fees* $ Primitive Campgrounds on the Allegheny Reservoir Handsome Lake Hooks Brook Hopewell Pine Grove Morrison Fees* $12 6 Non-Reservoir Campgrounds Tracy Ridge Fees* $12 Hearts Content Fees* $12-15 Minister Creek Fees* $12 Loleta Fees* $15-20 Buckaloons Fees* $18-23 Twin Lakes Fees* $16-21 Reservations recreation.gov *Fees subject to change. 28 Allegheny National Forest Region

29 ANF CAMPING ANF Camping Reservations *Cabins also available at Willow Bay For a FREE Allegheny National Forest Outdoor Recreation Map - please call: McKean County, Pennsylvania *No motors on water **No drinking water and/or showers in lower loop Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance. Group sites and/or pavilions can be reserved up to 12 months in advance. CAMPING IN UNDEVELOPED AREAS The Allegheny National Forest is managed differently than other public lands in providing dispersed camping opportunities. Dispersed camping is permitted in most areas of the forest. Some restrictions do apply, to obtain detailed information: fs.usda.gov/activity/allegheny/recreation/camping-cabins 29

30 E Vis Ce Find Your Own Trail Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau Welcome Center Hospital ATV Trails 80 E. Corydon Street, Bradford, PA Open 9 to 5 Daily - Monday thru Friday Skydiving Airport Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau Information: To Erie Chautauqua Lake Willow Bay Allegheny Reservoir Marilla Reservoir P Oil Rimrock Overlook Allegheny National Forest Ranger Station Old Powerhouse Museum Simpler Times Museum Allegheny Cellars Winery Sheffield Olmsted Manor CJ Spirits Kane Depot Flickerwoo Wine Cella To I-80 Cook Forest State Park To I Allegheny Allegheny National National Forest Forest Region Region

31 trail central All within a day s drive! Ellicottville To Buffalo/ Niagara Falls Salamanca- Allegany Casino Seneca- Iroquois Museum Limestone Exit 23 Rock City Park Good Times of Olean Cutco Ka-Bar Visitors Center Sprague's Maple Farm Pfeiffer Pfieffer Nature Center Zippo/Case Museum Oz Skydiving ennbrad Museum Rew Eldred WWII Museum Old Jail Museum Kinzua Bridge State Park Kinzua Sky Walk Mansion District Allegheny River To PA Lumber Museum d rs To lk itors nter Elk Country Visitors Center McKean County, Pennsylvania 31

32 What to See & DO Attractions Pick a Path, Any Path, and You ll End up Right Where You Belong Be awed by Mother Nature in one breath and wowed by a gourmet meal the next. Here you have the choice of where to stay, what to do, and which trail to follow. A few suggestions follow. Please use the business directory on Pages for a full list of things to see and do, where to stay, and where to eat. Outdoor Adventures-By Land, Air or Water Airplane Rides in a Bi-Plane Soar over the Kinzua Gorge in an open cockpit Boat Rentals at Allegheny Site Management Boating on the Allegheny Reservoir Skydiving at Free Fall Oz For first time jumpers & experienced skydivers ATV Rental Tours at Majestic Kamps Ride along woodland trails Entertainment - Performing Arts Enjoy a musical, theater or dance performance by touring professionals For a full schedule of events, please contact the agencies listed below. Bradford Creative & Performing Arts Center bcpac.com Bromeley Family Theater Box Office showtix@pitt.edu Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino Entertainment senecaalleganycasino.com Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts... sbu.edu Shopping Destinations Main Street Mercantile...45 Main Street, Bradford, PA A multi-vendor shop, over 10,000 square feet. Olde Schoolhouse Village Shoppes & Schoolhouse Health Foods & Coffee Shop Indian Creek Road, Eldred, PA Over 100 vendors & artisans in 8,000 square feet. Salamanca Mall Antiques..100 Main St., Salamanca, NY An impressive 60,000 square foot marketplace. State Parks Kinzua Bridge State Park, Mt. Jewett, PA Allegany State Park, Salamanca, NY It s never too early to fall in love with Allegany State Park NYSParks.com Facebook.com/AlleganyStatePark 32 Allegheny National Forest Region

33 Recreation in the Allegheny National Forest Areas of Operation: Willow Bay Buckaloons Dew Drop Hearts Content Kiasutha Loleta Minister Creek Red Bridge Tracy Ridge Twin Lakes Morrison Pine Grove Handsome Lake Hopewell Hooks Brook Elijah Run Webbs Ferry Roper Hollow Farnsworth Cabin We have a camping experience for everyone. Primitive to Developed Tent and RV Camping, Cabin Rentals, Boat Rentals and Outfitting Needs For More Info (814) alleghenysite.com 33

34 What to See & DO Attractions Airplane Rides Fly in the open cockpit of a fully restored 1943 Boeing Stearman. Soar over the beautiful Allegheny National Forest and the amazing Kinzua Sky Walk with experienced pilot Bruce Klein. Vintage Bi-Plane Rides The Thrill of a Lifetime! Distillery The Ultimate Gift! Klein Aircraft Services Call Bruce to reserve your flight today. Flying out of the Bradford Regional Airport Lewis Run, PA or Golf The Pennhills Club Experience the private club membership without the long term commitment! Two, three or four day packages starting at $150 per person, per day. Packages are based on double occupancy and include golf, meals and lodging! 146 Pennhills Drive Bradford, Pa pennhillsclub.com Winery Flickerwood Wine Cellars Flickerwood Road, Display Ad Page 3 CUTCO Museum Return/Repair Retail Store Hours: M-F 9-5 Sat 10-4 (6/1-12/19) 1040 E. State St., Olean, N.Y. (716) Visitors Center Stop in for our in-store specials 34 Allegheny National Forest Region

35 ELLICOTTVILLE, NY Minutes South of Buffalo Ellicottville is an OUTDOOR LOVER S paradise ~ USA Today From golf to biking, even forest climbs, Ellicottville offers it all for the outdoor enthusiast... An unpretentious town where everyone feels welcome. ~ New York Times Cattaraugus County 9 W. Washington Street ellicottvilleny.com Named a Top Adventure Town McKean County, Pennsylvania ~ National Geographic Traveler Magazine Traveler Magazine 35

36 TABLE GAMES and A TABLE FOR TWO The perfect escape isn t one thing. It s many. It s an exciting night at the blackjack table. And a relaxing day at the spa. At Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino, it s all here. And it s all exceptionally well done here. From the most exciting gaming action with more than 2,000 slots and 30 table games, to awardwinning dining in our signature restaurants The Western Door Steakhouse and Patria s fine Italian cuisine, to the best place for live entertainment we make your escape perfect. Just miles from Ellicottville, come experience a memorable visit with first-class amenities, beautiful décor and world-class service. IT'S TIME TO PLAY SENECA ( ) SenecaCasinos.com 777 Seneca Allegany Boulevard, Salamanca, NY US-219S to I-86W, Exit Allegheny National Forest Region

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38 Camping & Cabin rentals hiking & biking Something for everyone, for every SeaSon! Swimming & Canoeing hunting & fishing events & family attractions 38 CookforeSt.org Cook Forest VaCation Bureau Po Box 50 CooksBurg, Pa 16217

39 Accommodations Where to stay Bed & Breakfast All Suites Hotel Free Continental Breakfast and WIFI Discounts and Seasonal Packages Plenty of parking for trailers Heritage Suites 139 Minard Run Road Kane Manor Inn 230 Clay Street kanemanor.com Historic Inn with on-site trail system. Nestled at the edge of the Allegheny National Forest. Beautiful scenic views. 18 Rooms. Mansion District Inn West Main Street, Smethport, PA Display Ad Page 4 Cabins/Camping/Campgrounds Allegheny National Forest Camping/Cabins Allegheny Site Management West Washington Street,...Display Ad Page 33 Allegany State Park Camping & Cabins Route 3, Salamanca, NY Display Ad Page 32 Hominy Ridge Lodge & Cabins Cook Forest State Park Fully-stocked camp store 6 Log Cabins 3 Lodge Units Outdoor Hot Tub Fireplaces Fire Rings Full Bath & Kitchens Wi-Fi DIRECTV Air Conditioning 1.5 miles from the Clarion River Open Year Round Rt. 36, Clarington, PA hominyridge@windstream.net

40 Where to Stay Accommodations Cabins Available Year Round 20 Acre Private Lake Kayaks Driving Range Paddle Boats Miniature Golf Course 620 Parkside Drive Limestone, NY Mysticwaterresort.com Wapiti Woods Guest Cabins Come stay with us to relax...to explore... to reconnect...to tour...or, to just get away! Elk Scenic Drive, SR 555 Benezette Township, Weedville, PA Whispering Winds Campground & Cabins Family camping in the heart of the ANF RV Sites Cabin Rentals Heated Pool Wi-Fi Along Scenic Route 6 in Sheffield, PA info@whisperingwindspa.com whisperingwindspa.com Christian Camp/Conference Center A Camp For The Whole Family Hotels/Motels Best Western Plus Bradford Inn S. Davis Street, Display Ad Page 2 The Lodge at Glendorn or Glendorn Drive, Display Ad Page 4 Travel Tips Great Getaway Ideas Golf packages with golf, overnight & meals. Wine/Distillery Tours with small bus or limo. Cabin Rental/Transportation/ATV Rentals. More Information or visitanf.com 40 Allegheny National Forest Region

41 Accommodations Where to stay Complimentary Breakfast Complimentary High Speed Internet Heated Indoor Pool Whirlpool, King & Queen Suites Fitness Center 30 Tarport Drive Ext Mini Fridge in all Rooms Microwave in all Suites Business Center On Site Guest Laundry Group Rates Available Meeting Room FOR RESERVATIONS HOLIDAY New Location JAMESTOWN, NY Spring 2015 Nestled in the ancient hemlocks and pines of Cook Forest, PA, Gateway offers locallysourced fine foods, soothing massages, and an atmosphere of relaxation and personal attention. You ll find plenty to keep you coming back again. 1(814) gatewaylodge.com McKean County, Pennsylvania 41

42 Reservations: lantzcorners.com Intersection of Rt. 219 & Rt Allegheny National Forest Region

43 Dining Where to EAT Come experience a Fine Dining Delight! Casual Dining & Lounge Monday Saturday 4 pm to 10 pm The Beef is Worth the Ride We Guarantee it! Banquet seating available up to 80 National Register Historic Building Rt. 219, Elm or Forman St. Exit 27 Congress St., Bradford, PA thebeefeatersrestaurant.com - virtual tour Jewett s Kaffe Sol Great Coffee, Latté & Cappuccino Serving breakfast all day 1 W. Main St. Mount Jewett, PA HOURS: Mon-Sat 6am-2pm; Sun 9am-2pm Daily Lunch Specials Open Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 8pm 129 Fraley Street (814) Fine Steaks & Seafood along with your favorite home cooked meals. SpIrItS - Food - LodgIng - open daily Historic Westline Inn McKean County, Pennsylvania Gourmet Dining in a Casual Atmosphere Serving Pub Menu Sun.-Thur. at 3:00 pm Fri.-SaT. at noon Serving Dinner Tue.-SaT. at 5:30 pm Sunday 3:00-7:00 pm Please call for reservations Westline, Pa 43

44 Where to eat Dining restaurant j Lounge j hotel FREE High Speed Internet Service All Day Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 215 Clarion Street Wilcox, PA Between State Routes 321 & Philly Cheesesteak Restaurant Hours Mon-Thur: 9 am to 9 pm Fri & Sat: 8 am to 9 pm Sunday: 7 am to 9 pm Bar Hours Mon-Thur: Open at 9 am Fri & Sat: Open at 8 am Sunday: Open at 7 am Where to eat Convenience/Grocery Store TJ s Corner Store 7005 Route 219 Lewis Run, PA Hershey s Ice Cream Deep Fried Specialties Subs & Pizza Groceries & Ice Open 7 Days a Week Mon-Fri 5 am to 8 pm Sat 6 am to 8 pm Sun 7 am to 7 pm Shopping Above left: John Williams European Pastry Shop, Bradford Above: Kaffe Sol, Mt. Jewett Left: Local Farm Fresh Produce Stands along Rt. 6 & Rt. 219 Bell s Meat & Poultry Market Display Ad Page 45 CJ Spirits Distillery Display Ad Page 34 Flickerwood Wine Cellars & Lounge Display Ad Page 3 Main Street Mercantile Display Ad Page 26 Olde Schoolhouse Village Shoppes Display Ad Page 27 Sportsmans Outlet Display Ad Page Allegheny National Forest Region

45 Dining Where to eat Bell s Meat & Poultry Farm Fresh Offering a quality selection of fresh and tasty produce from summer through fall at our roadside stand along Route 6 in Kane. Homemade Sausage over 32 Varieties! Our famous beef logs, peppersticks and sausages are homemade using family recipes. The Original Griller Chicken breast, Virginia Ham, Swiss Cheese and Greek Sausage all rolled up with bacon on top and sprinkled with a chicken rotisserie rub. The Biggest Little Store Around 401 North Fraley Street McKean County, Pennsylvania jackbellsmeats.com Hours: Monday to Saturday 9-6; Sunday

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47 Services/ Realty/ Shopping 24 HOUR PHYSICIAN STAFFED EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Heliport to Major Trauma Center Route 6 Healthcare Kane Community Hospital An affiliate of UPMC Hamot Chambers - Organizations Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce Display Ad Page 22 Smethport Chamber of Commerce Display Ad Page smethportpa.org Pennsylvania State Snowmobile Association Penn Laurel Realty Live in a Vacation Location Helps to Protect and Maintain Trails, Monitors Legislation, Provides Grants to Clubs & Safety Training Join PSSA at Purchase a summer home, cabin, or second home in beautiful northwestern Pennsylvania near the Allegheny National Forest and Allegany State Park. Michael A. DePalma, IFA Real Estate Sales & Certified Appraisals 32 Bolivar Drive, pennlaurelrealty.com Events Art in the Wilds - June 27-28, 2015 Display ad page 48 10th Annual Johnny Appleseed Festival - Oct. 9-11, 2015 Display ad page 49 Internet Shopping - Forest Press Realty Order your award-winning books, DVD s and fine art photography of the Allegheny National Forest from visitanf.com/shopping McKean County, Pennsylvania 47

48 visitanf.com Fairs, Festivals and Special Events January Winter in the Wilds, Kane Tony Dolan Ski for Cancer, Westline Warren County Winter Fest, Chapman State Park February Brewfest, Bradford Marilla Winter Trek, Bradford Annual Valentine Wine & Chocolate, Kane March Mardi Gras, Ellicottville, NY Valentine Wine & Chocolate Tasting, Kane May Allegany State Park GeoBash We Gotta Regatta, Bradford Flickerfest, Kane Stinkfest, East Bradford 70 Years of Red, White and Blue for WWII, Bromeley Theater, Bradford Stinkfest Outhouse Racer, Bradford Memorial Day Events - Eldred WWII Museum, Eldred June Art in the Wilds, Kane Jeep Jamboree USA, Bradford We Gotta A Regatta, Bradford Juried Fine Arts Show 9th Annual 10 AM-5 PM June 27-28, 2015 Free Admission VisitANF.com provides a detailed listing of event information including theater, concerts, and artisan events. 48 Allegheny National Forest Region

49 Events July Kid s Cancer Benefit Run, Bradford Jazz & Blues Weekend, Ellicottville, NY August Willow Creek Triathlon, Bradford Italian Festival, Bradford McKean County Fair, Smethport Swedish Festival, Mount Jewett Veteran Day Events at Eldred WW II Museum, Eldred October Johnny Appleseed Festival, Warren Fall Festival, Ellicottville, NY Gem Mineral-Fossil Show, Rock City Park, NY Wheel Around the Hub Bicycle Race, Smethport September Kinzua Bridge State Park Fall Festival, Mt. Jewett Fall Fest Flickerwood, Kane Wheel Around the Hub Bicycle Race, Smethport Autumn Daze Car Show, Bradford Fall Festival, Kane November Veterans Day Events at Eldred WWII Museum, Eldred Cruising into Christmas Parade, Bradford First Friday, Artworks at the Depot, Kane October 9th 11th, 2015 Sheffield Memorial Park, Sheffield, PA johnnyappleseed@verizon.net johnnyappleseedfest.net or Old-Fashioned Christmas, Bradford First Night Friday, Artworks at the Depot, Kane December First Friday, Artworks at the Depot, Kane Old-Fashioned Christmas, Bradford Shop Small, Shop Local Weekend First Night Bradford, Bradford McKean County, Pennsylvania 49

50 What to see Attractions Allegheny National Forest, Pennsylvania 513,000 acres of outdoor fun Allegheny Reservoir Kinzua Beach, Kinzua Dam North Country Trail Old Powerhouse Museum Longhouse Scenic Drive Rimrock Overlook Snowmobile Trails & ATV Trails McKean, Warren, Elk & Forest counties Allegany State Park, New York State Red House Quaker Lake Hiking, Boating, Camping Snowmobile Trails Allegheny Cellars Winery 4772 Route 6 Sheffield, PA Challenger Learning Center 182 East Union Street, #2 Alleghany, NY CJ Spirits, LLC 120 Willow Run Drive Cutco Ka-Bar Visitors Center 1040 East State Street Olean, NY Eldred WWII Museum 201 Main Street Eldred, PA Elk Country Visitor Center 134 Homestead Drive Benezette, PA Flickerwood Wine Cellars 309 Flickerwood Road Find Your Freefall Oz Skydiving Center 296 Falkner Road Shinglehouse, PA Good Times of Olean 1 Leisure Lane Olean, NY Kinzua Bridge State Park, Kinzua Sky Walk, Kinzua Scenic Byway 1721 Lindholm Road Mount Jewett, PA Lynn Hall Restoration Tours Route 6 P.O. Box 181 Port Allegany, PA Majestic Kamp & Lost Trails 2503 Route 46 Rew, PA Mystic Waters Resort & Mini Golf 620 Parkside Drive Limestone, NY Old Jail Museum 502 West King Street Smethport, PA Olmsted Manor s Adult Retreat & Renewal Center 17 East Main Street Ludlow, PA PA Lumber Museum 5660 US 6 West, Galeton, PA Penn Brad Oil Museum 901 South Avenue Pfeiffer Nature Center & Foundation 1974 Lillibridge Road/ 1420 Yubadam Road Portville, NY Rock City Park 505 Route miles north of Bradford Olean, NY Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino 777 Seneca Allegany Blvd. Salamanca, NY Seneca-Iroquois National Museum 814 Broad Street Salamanca, NY Simpler Times Museum 111 Simpler Times Lane Route 62 Tidioute, PA Trail Central Over 600 miles of trails Download maps at visitanf.com Info: Vintage Bi-Plane Rides Klein Aircraft Services 212 Airport Drive Lewis Run, PA Zippo/Case Museum 1932 Zippo Drive Where to stay Bed & Breakfasts Black Caddis Ranch B&B Route 666 Tionesta, PA Gallets House B&B 1759 Four Mile Road Allegany, NY Kane Manor B&B 230 Clay Street Mansion District Inn 905 West Main Street Smethport, PA Allegheny National Forest Region

51 Directory Own Trail Mountain Laurel Inn 136 Jackson Avenue Oz s Home Stay 296 Faulkner Road Shinglehouse, PA The Inn on Maple Street B&B 115 East Maple Street Port Allegany, PA Towers Victorian Inn 330 South Street Ridgway, PA Cabins/Camping Accommodations at Forest Ridge Cabins/ Campground 3566 Loleta Road Marienville, PA Allegheny Site Management 4001 West Washington Street Reservations: Information: Bettum s Idlewood Family Campground 299 Big Shanty Road Lewis Run, PA Casino View RV Park 47 Hetzel Street Salamanca, NY Fair Winds in the Forest P.O. Box 40 Cooksburg, PA Forest Lodge & Campground Route 66 Marienville, PA High Pines RV Park 3183 Route Hominy Ridge Lodge and Cabins Route 36 Clarington, PA Mystic Water Resort & Cabins Off Route 219 at 620 Parkside Drive Limestone, NY Pat & Pam s Camps 28 Calhoun Road Wapiti Woods Guest Cabins 5186 River Road, Route 555 Elk Scenic Drive Weedville, PA Whispering Winds Campground & Cabins 277 Tollgate Road Sheffield, PA Willow Bay Campground/ Cabins & Boat Launch 4001 West Washington Street Reservations: Information: Woodhaven Acres Campground/Cabins 3295 Route Christian Camp Wesley Woods 1001 Fiddlersgreen Road Grand Valley, PA Cottages/Homes Barnhaven 96 Red Mill Road Clermont, PA Olmsted Manor s Carriage House 17 East Main Street Ludlow, PA PA Wilds Vacation Suites & Executive Rentals 905 West Main Street Smethport, PA Hotels/Inns/Motels Best Western PLUS - Bradford Inn 100 South Davis Street Comfort Inn of Bradford 76 Elm Street Country Inn & Suites by Carlson 3270 NYS Route 417 West Olean, NY Desert Rose Inn Route 59 Smethport, PA Hampton Inn 101 Main Street Olean, NY Heritage Suites 139 Minard Run Road Hilltop Suites 22 Greeves Street Holiday Inn Express 30 Tarport Drive Extension Hotel Westgate 734 Broad Street Salamanca, NY Lantz Corners Getaway 2952 Route 219 Intersection of Route 219 & Route 6 Lantz Corners, Two Mile Inn 3434 Route 155 Port Allegany, PA McKean County, Pennsylvania 51

52 visitanf.com Westline Inn 15 El Day Drive Westline, PA Lodges/Resorts Gateway Lodge Route 36 Cooksburg, PA The Lodge at Glendorn 1000 Glendorn Drive Airport/ Air Services Bradford Regional Airport Route 59, east of Route Airport Drive Lewis Run, PA Amusement Park Waldameer Park & Water World 220 Peninsula Drive Erie, PA Attorneys Clarke and Shaffer, LLP 204 Bolivar Drive Woods Baker & Ross 67 Fraley Street ATV/Snowmobile Myers Motorsports 3176 Route Automobile: Rental Discount Auto Rental 58 West Washington Street Automobile: Sales & Service Zook Motors 25 Willow Run Drive Banks Hamlin Bank & Trust Co. 333 West Main Street Smethport, PA Smethport Bradford Eldred Kane Mt. Jewett Northwest Savings Bank 33 Main Street East Main Street West Washington Street Kane Smethport Business Services Bradford Area Alliance P.O. Box Bradford Office of Economic and Community Development 20 Russell Boulevard Kane Area Development Center 54 Fraley Street McKean County Planning Commission Route 6 Smethport, PA Chambers of Commerce Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce 121 Main Street Ellicottville Chamber of Commerce 9 West Washington Street Ellicottville, NY Greater Olean Chamber of Commerce 120 North Union Street Olean, NY Kane Chamber of Commerce 54 Fraley Street Seneca - Salamanca Chamber of Commerce 734 Broad Street, Suite 103 Salamanca, NY Smethport Area Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 84 Smethport, PA Warren County Chamber of Business and Industry 308 Market Street Warren, PA Churches Church of the Ascension 26 Chautauqua Place Open Arms Community Church 1289 East Main Street Cities/Towns Bradford - City of 24 Kennedy Street Mount Jewett Borough 1 Center Street Mount Jewett, PA Kane Borough P.O. Box 79, 112 Bayard Street The Community of Portville 347 Portville - Ceres Road Portville, NY Conference Services/ Meeting Rooms Conference Services at the University of Pittsburgh - Bradford 300 Campus Drive Holiday Inn Express 30 Tarport Drive Ext Lantz Corners Getaway & Conference Center 2952 Route 219 Lantz Corners, PA The Lodge at Glendorn 1000 Glendorn Drive Olmsted Manor Adult Retreat & Renewal Center 17 East Main Street Ludlow, PA Construction Kessel Construction, Inc. 345 High Street County Government McKean County Courthouse 500 West Main Street Smethport, PA Allegheny National Forest Region

53 Directory Where to eat Restaurants Barrel House Restaurant & Tavern 8946 Route 6 Lantz Corners, PA Beefeaters 27 Congress Street Bob s Trading Post 1072 Bliss Hill Road Route 321 North Chu Lee Gardens 405 East Main Street Corner Bar & Restaurant Mechanic Street Corner Pizza Co. 437 West Main Street Smethport, PA Country Pines Ice Cream Shop 25 Pine Haven Drive Cow Palace, Inc. 72 Hillside Drive Limestone, NY Desert Rose Café & Bar Route 59 Smethport, PA Docksiders Café (Seasonal) Kinzua Wolf Run Marina Route 59 Warren, PA Don and Lu s Place 7076 Route 46 East Smethport, PA Good Times of Olean 1 Leisure Lane Olean, NY Hot DoG Tommy s 1401 South Avenue Jewett s Kaffe Sol 1 West Main Street Mount Jewett, PA John Williams European Pastry Shop 20 Mechanic Street Kabobs at the Option House 41 Main Street Kelly s Restaurant 27 Main Street Kennedy Street Cafe 11 Kennedy Street La Mixteca Mexican Restaurant 109 Main Street The Lighthouse Restaurant 26 Bolivar Drive Little Caesars Pizza 100 West Washington Street The Mountain Inn Wilcox-Clermont Road Clermont, PA Myers Steakhouse & Inn 460 Wildwood Avenue Salamanca, NY Model T Inn 555 Derrick Road Derrick City, PA Moe s Bar & Grill 66 West Mill Street Port Allegany, PA Olga Gallery, Café & Bistro 2 East Second Street, Route 6 Coudersport, PA Player s Downtown Mechanic Street Port Freeze 212 North Main Street Port Allegany, PA Roma Gardens 1 Greeves Street Rookies Sports Bar and Restaurant 211 Main Street Sprague s Maple Farms Pancake House & Restaurant 1048 Portville-Obi Road Portville, NY Szymanski s Restaurant & Tavern 129 Fraley Street Texas Hot Lunch/4 Sons 24 Field Street Trails End Restaurant 2738 Forest Road Cooksburg, PA Turn & Burn Café 1001 East Main Street Vavalo s Bar and Restaurant 3434 Route 646 Gifford, PA Village Brew Coffee House 199 North Fraley Street Westline Inn 15 EL Day Drive Westline, PA Wilcox Tannery House 215 Clarion Street Wilcox, PA The Willows 2669 West Washington Street What to do Arts/Theater Art in the Wilds Evergreen Park 3rd Street/Chestnut Street Bradford Creative and Performing Arts Center 10 Marilyn Horne Way Bromeley Family Theater 300 Campus Drive Administration: Box Office: Cattaraugus County Arts Council 100 West Main Street Allegany, NY Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts 3261 West State Road St. Bonaventure, NY McKean County, Pennsylvania 53

54 Events Allegany County Fair 15 North Street / P.O. Box 96 Angelica, NY Johnny Appleseed Festival 20 Leather Street P.O. Box 784 Sheffield, PA McKean County Fair 7172 Route 46 P.O.Box 40 East Smethport, PA Pennsylvania Firefly Festival, Inc Route 666 Tionesta, PA Family Fun Kane Family Drive In 6627 Route 6 East Mystic Waters Resort & Mini Golf Off Route 219 at 620 Parkside Drive Limestone, NY Fishing Schools Kinzua Fly Fishing School at University of Pittsburgh - Bradford 300 Campus Drive Farms/ Farm Markets Seasonal Farmers Market Information: Red Roof Produce 7034 Route 219 Lewis Run, PA Stroups Pure Maple Syrup 958 Lindholm Road Golf Kane Country Club 6654 Route Pennhills Club 146 Pennhills Drive Pine Acres Country Club 1401 West Warren Road Grocery/ Convenience Stores Bell s Meat & Poultry 401 North Fraley Street Grocery Stretcher 32 Main Street Bradford Save-A-Lot 75 Forman Street Schoolhouse Health Foods, LLC 109 Indian Creek Road Eldred, PA Schwebel Bakery Outlet 554 Chestnut Street TJ s Corner Store 7005 Route 219 Lewis Run, PA Guide/ Outfitting Service Allegheny Site Management Customized Guide Service 4001 West Washington Street B s Canoe Service 75 Leonard Avenue Burdick s Lodge Hunting & Guide Service 311 West Main Street Smethport, PA Country Squirrel Outfitters 3 Main Street Ridgway, PA Froggy Bottom Allegheny River Outfitters 71 Dunbar Road Port Allegany, PA Glendorn - Outfitters & Guide Services 1000 Glendorn Drive Powder Horn Hunting Preserve 81 Knapps Road Port Allegany, PA Yellow Dog Hunting Grounds 896 Turkey Track Road History & Heritage Kinzua Bridge Foundation Route 6 Smethport, PA Lumber Heritage Region of Pennsylvania, Inc. Cameron County Courthouse 20 East Fifth Street Emporium, PA McKean County Historical Society/Old Jail Museum 502 West King Street Smethport, PA Hospitals/ Health Services Bradford Regional Medical Center/Upper Allegheny Health System 116 Interstate Parkway Eye Care Professional Associates 20 Main Street Kane Community Hospital 4372 Route Industry American Refining Group 77 North Kendall Avenue Kane Hardwood Division of Collins Pine Co. 95 Hardwood Drive Richgas, Inc. 725 Tionesta Avenue Seneca Resources Corp Corporate Drive, #300 Pittsburgh, PA Zippo Manufacturing Co. 33 Barbour Street Insurance McKean Insurance 600 Chestnut Street, Suite Libraries Bradford Area Public Library 67 West Washington Street Allegheny National Forest Region

55 Directory Locksmith Open Sesame 141 Elk Avenue Marinas Kinzua Wolf Run Marina Route 59 Warren, PA Media The Bradford Era 43 Main Street Ellicottville Snowed-In Fore! Golf The Summer Local P.O. Box 1077 Ellicottville, NY WESB/WBRR Radio 1490 St. Francis Drive Organizations Cook Forest Vacation Bureau P.O. Box 50 Cooksburg, PA Donald J. Comes: Natural Resources Learning Center McKean County Extension Route 6 Smethport, PA Pennsylvania State Snowmobile Association P.O. Box Erie, PA Parks, State Parks, National Forests Allegheny National Forest Bradford Ranger District Route 59 & Route 321 South Bradford fs.fed.us/r9/forests/allegheny Marienville Warren Camping Reservations: recreation.gov Allegheny Reservoir Kinzua Dam, PA Route Allegany State Park 2373 ASP, Route 1, Suite 3 Salamanca, NY Phone: Reservations: Callahan Park Swimming Pool & Ice Skating Rink 64 Poplin Avenue Kinzua Bridge State Park Kinzua Sky Walk 1721 Lindholm Road Mount Jewett, PA New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historical Preservation Niagara Falls State Park 1 Prospect Point Niagara Falls, NY Wildcat Park P.O. Box 125 Ludlow, PA Printing/Books/ Multimedia Forest Press theforestpress.com c/o ANF Visitors Bureau 80 East Corydon Street Printing/ Graphic Design Kenyon Press, Inc. 1 Kenyon Press Drive Sherburne, NY The Laughing Owl Press Co. 27 Fraley Street Register Graphics, Inc. 220 Main Street Randolph, NY RPJ Ready Print, Inc Constitution Avenue Olean, NY Realtors McKean County Association of Realtors 30 Fraley Street Penn Laurel Realty 32 Bolivar Drive Real Living Avista Properties 21 Main Street, Suite A Rentals A-1 Rent-All & Sales 436 South Union Street Olean, NY Allegheny Site Management Boat, Kayak & More McKean County, Pennsylvania Bisett Building Center Just Ask Rental 142 Davis Street Country Squirrel Outfitters Bike Rentals & More 3 Main Street Ridgway, PA Kinzua Country Recreation Snowmobile Rentals 3461 West Washington Street Majestic Kamp & Lost Trails ATV Rentals Route 46 Rew, PA Shopping ArtWorks at the Depot Kane Preservation Society 1 South Fraley Street Bell s Meat & Poultry 401 North Fraley Street Bisett Building Center True Value Hardware 142 Davis Street Buchanan Brothers Pharmacy, Inc. 313 West Main Street Smethport, PA Cavallaro s Framing and How Ya Brewing 12 Kennedy Street Comptons Mom and Pop Shop 217 West Main Street Smethport, PA Field Street Feed & Boots 18 Field Street Graham Florist & Gifts 9 Kennedy Street Homewood Snowboards 57 Holley Avenue Hominy Ridge Store Route 36 Clarington, PA

56 Directory Just Riding Along 48 Mechanic Street Kel s Gift & Merchandise 111 Main Street Klondike Gift Shop 3451 Route Lightwaves Engraving & Gift Shoppe 408 West Main Street Smethport, PA Main Street Mercantile 45 Main Street McKean County E-Sales 311 West Main Street Smethport, PA Mikado Productions 3840 Reinwood Drive Dayton, OH Old School House Village Shoppes 109 Indian Creek Road Eldred, PA Olga Gallery, Café & Bistro 4 East Second Street, Route 6 Coudersport, PA Orris Jewelers 62 Main Street/Studio B Paul s Trading Post Route Rose Boutique 916 West Main Street/ Byron Street Smethport, PA Salamanca Mall Antiques 100 Main Street Salamanca, NY Sportsman s Outlet 500 Chestnut Street The Sweet Shoppe 8 Field Street Timeless Treasures 10 Chestnut Street Tin Ceiling Gift Shoppe 51 Main Street Unique & Rustique Designs 22 East Warren Road Custer City, PA Washington Outlet 96 Main Street Worth W. Smith Company 1624 West State Street 840 East State Street Olean, NY Eldred, PA Salamanca, NY Wright s Music Shed 80 Main Street Zanadu 105 North Fraley Street Spa Sacred Spaces Holistic Center 105 Mechanic Street Tourism Services Allegany County Tourism 6087 State Route 19 N #120 Belmont, NY ANF Visitors Bureau 80 E. Corydon Street Trail Groups Genesee River Wilds 6087 State Route 19N, Suite 100 Belmont, NY Kinzua Valley Trail Club 31 CCC Road Westline, PA Potato Creek Trail Association 201 West Main Street Smethport, PA Tuna Valley Trail Association P.O. Box Transportation JRS Transportation Services 12 Kennedy Street Universities St. Bonaventure University 3261 West State Road Allegany, NY University of Pittsburgh - Bradford 300 Campus Drive Web Development Smethport Web Services 707 West Main Street Smethport, PA Wineries Allegheny Cellars Winery 4772 Route 6 Sheffield, PA Flickerwood Wine Cellars & Lounge 309 Flickerwood Road Artisans Connie Bahan of Funnelhead Studio 45 Oakwood Avenue Samila Sosic, Master of Fine Arts 54 Boylston Street Photography/ Multimedia Bernik Photo/Video 1238 Orchard Beach Road North East, PA Cora Hall Photographics 803 Christian Hollow Road Smethport, PA Eagle Eye Photography 203 Park Avenue Directory- Individual Membership Susan Carlson Ruth Gentilman Peterson Rep. Martin Causer Marilyn Volchko Additional information on all directory listings is available at: visitanf.com 56 Allegheny National Forest Region

57 Driving Tours Motor Through the Mountains The Highlands of the Alleghenies are known far and wide for their scenic beauty. Crossing from Ohio into Pennsylvania, through the western counties, Pennsylvania Route 6 - designated One of America s Most Scenic Drives by National Geographic Magazine-is perfect for touring by car, motorcycle or RV. Late September and early October are prime times for viewing fall foliage. Trees practically swallow the highway as it winds into the Allegheny National Forest Region in Sheffield, Allegheny Cellars Winery celebrates the rugged terrain by offering their signature Big Foot wine. Following Rt. 6 east you are now entering McKean County, Trail Central. The world s finest hardwoods are grown in this area. Just before Ludlow, watch for signs on the right that lead to the Tionesta National Scenic Area. This is the largest strand of ancient trees on the Allegheny National Forest. Nearby, Olmsted Manor, Wildcat Park and the trail systems within Olmsted Manor the forest offer lovely diversions. In Kane, plan a stop at ArtWorks at the Depot, a Pennsylvania Wilds Artisan Shop. Foodies will want to visit Bell s Meat & Poultry, Texas Hot Lunch 4 Sons, CJ Spirts Distillery and Flickerwood Wine Cellars & Lounge to sample authentic foods and flavors of the region. Route 6 now winds through the forest to Lantz Corners and Mount Jewett, sites to see include Nebo Chapel. Jewett s Kaffe Sol serves up local history along with great coffee and cappuccino. Take an interesting four mile side trip here at the Kinzua Bridge Scenic Byway to the Kinzua Bridge State Park, home of the recently opened Kinzua Sky Walk. Kinzua Bridge State Park A must see destination, the Kinzua Sky Walk is a stunning pedestrian walkway with a partial glass floor built on the restored towers of the historic Kinzua Viaduct, once the largest and highest railroad viaduct in the world. Return to Route 6 to travel east through rural farms and forest to Smethport. Plan time to stroll through the Smethport Mansion District and visit the Old Jail Museum and Hamlin Lake. Between Smethport and Port Allegany, stop to see the restoration process for Lynn Hall. Route 6 begins following the course of the AlleghenyRiver. Eastward beyond McKean County, follow Route 6 east to the PA Lumber Museum in Galeton. paroute6.com Smethport Mansion District McKean County, Pennsylvania 57

58 Outdoor Resources Outdoor Resources Allegheny National Forest - Ranger Stations Bradford: Marienville: Warren: fs.usda.gov/allegheny r9_allegheny_nf@fs.fed.us State Parks and Forests PA-Parks Forests: dcnr.state.pa.us parkinfo@state.pa.us PA Game Commission Allegheny National Forest Ranger Station Gift shop, topography maps, ATV permits, tourist information. 24-hour information kiosk. Intersection of Route 321 & Route 59 in the Allegheny National Forest. Allegheny National Forest Bradford Ranger District Office 29 Forest Service Drive Phone: Fax: r9_allegheny_nf@fs.fed.us Hours: Memorial Day-Labor Day Monday-Saturday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Winter Hours Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. How to get here Fishing/Boating fish.state.pa.us dcnr.state.pa.us parkinfo@state.pa.us U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Kinzua Dam: Now offering direct daily flights to Pittsburgh Great Fares Free Parking Short Lines Air Bradford Regional Airport (BFD) 212 Airport Drive, Lewis Run, PA Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) Cheektowaga, NY Ground Check with your local hotel for shuttle service to and from the Bradford Regional Airport or call ahead to JRS Transportation Services for your transportation needs. There is no local taxi service and car rentals must be pre-arranged. Special Events, Tour Bus, Limo & Shuttle Services are offered by JRS Transportation Services. Discount Auto Rental 58 West Washington Street, Bradford JRS Transportation Service 12 Kennedy Street, Bradford, PA Fullington Trailways-Bus Service 573 South Avenue, Bradford, PA ATA-Area Transportation Authority Allegheny National Forest Region

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60 one museum. two american icons. the rest is history. & FL AGSHIP STORE VISIT TODAY. ADMISSION FREE. MONDAY - SATURDAY 9AM - 5PM SUNDAY 11AM - 4PM 1932 ZIPPO DRIVE, BRADFORD, PA ZIPPOCASEMUSEUM.COM Just off the US Route 219 Expressway 10 miles south of Interstate 86, exit 23