Numerous opportunities present themselves throughout our winter wonderland. Clear Creek and Cook Forest combine for 20 miles of cross-country skiing trails. Brush Hollow and Laurel Mill trails in the Allegheny National Forest constitute another 17 miles. Most trails are not groomed.

Hundreds of miles of trails and joint access roadways are open for snowmobiles with proper registration and liability insurance.

Snowmobiling in state parks is permitted from the day after antlerless deer hunting season ends in December through March 31. ANF trails are open from December 20 through April 1. Many are groomed. A toll-free snowmobile hotline is available at 877-766-6253.

Popular areas for ice fishing include East Branch Dam, the St. Marys Reservoir, George B. Stevenson Dam and Tionesta lake.