Punxsutawney
Another charming turn-of-the-century town, Punxsutawney's nostalgic Main Street leads visitors to another era. Beautiful tree-lined Mahoning Street features 'Millionaire's Row', preserved from the days when Punxsutawney was a thriving coal, oil and lumber town.
World renowned weather prognosticator Punxsutawney Phil makes his home here in the children's library of the Mahoning East Civic Center, downtown. For more than a century, the town has embraced Groundhog Day with great pomp and circumstance, paying enormous attention to the four-legged oracle dubbed 'the Seer of Seers'.
Tradition abounds in community celebrations as Phil is honored during the annual summer Groundhog Festival and visitors can stroll the tree-lined shopping district while enjoying the festivities or trying their hand at weather forecasting at the Punxsutawney Weather Center.
Accommodations
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Jefferson County Reynlow Park
1 Sportsmans Dam Road
Reynoldsville, PA 15851
814-371-5516Small fishing pond and quiet fishing lake compliment well maintained picnic sites, pavilions, gazebo, campground, and spacious play areas. Secluded and restful, quick access via I-80 and major state roadways.
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Pantall Hotel
Beautifully restored hotel - newly decorated rooms. AAA. Hotel 24 hrs.; Coachroom 7 am-8 pm. Downtown Punxsutawney. Lots of room for conferences. Home of the Groundhog.
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Attractions
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Barclay Square
300 East Mahoning Street
Punxsutawney, PA 15767800-752-7445Historic town square was named for the founding father, Reverend David Barclay, who donated the land for public use in 1822. The stone Memorial Bandstand in the center of the park was dedicated in 1932 as a memorial to veterans.
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Follow Punxsutawney Phil's Tracks to Gobbler's Knob
Main Street
Punxsutawney, PA 15767800-752-7445If it's a nice day, why not make the mile-and-a-half trek to Gobbler's Knob on foot (or bike?) Start at Barclay Square and follow Phil's tracks from Mahoning Street to Woodland Avenue to Sportsman's Park, the site of Gobbler's Knob.
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Gobbler's Knob
1 Woodland Avenue Ext.
Punxsutawney, PA 15767800-752-7445Just like there's only one Punxsutawney Phil, there's only one Gobbler's Knob - the site of Phil's world-famous weather forecast. Located in a picturesque woodland setting, Gobbler's Knob is visited on February 2nd by thousands of people from all around the world who wait with the Groundhog Club Inner Circle for daybreak and the official prognostication. Will Phil see his shadow and predict six more weeks of winter, or will there be no shadow, foretelling an early spring?
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Groundhog Day Celebration
February 2 plan to attend this unique winter event, which begins at 3 a.m. when the gates open at Gobbler’s Knob. Music, dancing, a bonfire, and pre-dawn fireworks will keep you entertained as you wait for daybreak and Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction.
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Groundhog Zoo
301 E. Mahoning St.
Punxsutawney, PA 15767800-752-PHILPunxsutawney Phil and family in their natural habitat, located off Barclay Square at the Punxsutawney Memorial Library. Punxsutawney Phil can be seen from outside or from inside the Library.
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Phantastic Phils! Public Art Project
Whimsical 6-foot tall fiberglass Punxsutawney Phils adorn the streets of the Weather Capital of the World, each an individual work of art created by artists from across the state. See them all - FREE maps available.
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Punxsutawney Area Historical & Genealogical Society
Explore Punxsutawney history, research family genealogy, and browse through the gift shop. Visit the Lattimer House special exhibits and Groundhog Day Museum.
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Punxsutawney Groundhog Festival
Runs July 3rd thru July 9th in our historic town square. "Free" nightly entertainment, craft show, food alley, children's rides and more!!
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Punxsutawney Memorial Library
Library located at the Civic Complex includes visual access to Punxsutawney Phil, his original watercolor painting and a white settee adorned with his jelly paw prints.
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Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center
The science and folklore of weather come alive with fun interactive exhibits, theater and gift shop in a historic building. $4.00 Current hours on website.
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Windgate Vineyards & Winery
Wine sampling, self-guided or group tours (later by appt.), specialty gifts & wine-related items. Daily noon - 5 pm. Closed major holidays. 2 mi. off Rt. 954, Smicksburg.
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Recreation
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Cloe Lake
Cloe Lake Road
Punxsutawney, PA 1576727 acre reservoir with easy access for shore fishing. Electric and unpowered boats only. Boat ramp and parking available. Terrific for fishing, kayaking and canoeing.
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Harmon Field and George C. Brown Community Pool
1 East Liberty Street
Punxsutawney, PA 15767A recreational area includes tennis courts, basketball courts, a playground, a pavilion, picnic tables and grills, and a community pool. Located one block from the heart of downtown off Liberty Street.
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Jefferson County Reynlow Park
1 Sportsmans Dam Road
Reynoldsville, PA 15851814-371-5516Small fishing pond and quiet fishing lake compliment well maintained picnic sites, pavilions, gazebo, campground, and spacious play areas. Secluded and restful, quick access via I-80 and major state roadways.
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Mahoning Shadow Trail
Winslow Road
Punsutawney, PA 1576715-mile Rails-to-Trails project which follows the Mahoning Creek for most of its path, can be accessed near the Rich Kuntz Teener League Fields located along Route 119 south at the entrance to Punxsutawney and also at the “Trail Head” on Elk Street in the East End of Punxsutawney.
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Patsy's Park
1 Church Street
Punxsutawney, PA 15767A play area for younger children located near downtown on Church Street. Picnic tables and pavilion are available.
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Punxsutawney Area Community Center
Provides programs that are educational and recreational to the Punxsutawney area. A Fitness Center and Fitness classes are available. The theater operates Friday through Sunday.
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Restaurants
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Pantall Hotel
Dine in the Coachroom Restaurant & Lounge or the Rooftop Restaurant, all located in the hotel. AAA. Coachroom 7 am-8 pm. Lots of room for conferences
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Services
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Punxsutawney Chamber of Commerce
Tourist and Visitor information, plus Punxsutawney Phil's official souvenir shop
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Reynoldsville Area Business Association
Reynoldsville, PA 15851814-653-8707Membership represents area businesses interested in promoting the business community. Community "spirit" and instilling a cooperative atmosphere to enhance relationships with surrounding communities.
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Shopping
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Fairlady & Company
Local & Regional Art, Antiques, Furniture, Glass, Home Décor, Gifts: Crystal, Pottery, Photography, Prints, Art Glass, Soaps, Candles, Purses, Personal Accessories, Baby & Men's Items, Ornaments, Season Gifts.
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Jefferson Wholesale Grocery
47 Anchor Inn Road
Punxsutawney, PA 15767814-938-8660Serving all your grocery needs. Rt. 310, Punxsutawney.
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Punxsutawney Phil's Official Souvenirs
From t-shirts to tape measurers ... from candy to candles, remember your visit to Punxsutawney with souvenirs of Phil! Order online or by telephone 800-752-PHIL(7445).
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Smicksburg Specialty Shops
Spectacular Amish countryside, charming specialty shops. Delicious cuisine, Winery, Antiques, Amish crafted Country Furniture, Primitive Country crafts and gift, Pottery, Quilts and Homemade Fudge.
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Yoders Furniture
57 Bottle Road
Punxsutawney, PA 15767814-427-2720Handcrafted indoor & outdoor furniture. Quality furnishings designed & built: tables, computer desks, bedrooms, and more. Custom work created from your designs. 3,000 square foot showroom filled with gifts & Furniture. In the heart of Amish Country!
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Side Trips
- Trek in the Quehanna Wild Area or explore S. B. Elliott and Parker Dam State Parks.I-4 20 minutes
- Discover Pennsylvania's only free-roaming elk herd (300+) near Benezette. 30 minutes
- Enjoy fine dining and a variety of shopping in Dubois 30 minutes
- Hike, bike or drive through Pennsylvania's only National Forest - the Allegheny. 10 minutes
- Tour a winery or shop for antiques near Ridgway. Saint Marys is also known for antiques, a brewery, Benedictine convent and national historic chapel to choose from. 20 minutes
- A drive along the Wild & Scenic Clarion River from Ridgway, Rt. 949, is particularly lovely en route to Clear Creek State Park. 45 minutes
- Rent a bike and trek a Rail-to-Trail system just minutes away in Ridgway. Feeling adventurous? It extends 18 miles to Brockway. 20 minutes
- See the towering trees, a national treasure, in historic Cook Forest State Park. 60 minutes
