Forest County
Discover Forest County
If you need to get away from the crowd, head to the beautiful woodland paradise known as Forest County. The Allegheny National Forest has hundreds of miles of ATV, snowmobile, hiking, and horseback riding trails and is also one of the few places in the country where you can see synchronized fireflies dance. Explore the Wild & Scenic Allegheny and Clarion rivers and Cook Forest State Park “America’s Best Old-Growth Forest”.
Marienville
Marienville is the gateway to the Allegheny National Forest and its hundreds of miles of trails for ATV, snowmobiles, hiking, and horseback riding. Each May and October, nearly 1,000 ATV enthusiasts come to Marienville for Tour-De-Forest, an organized leisure ride. The annual winter festival features an inspiring snowmobile torchlight parade. Nature lovers flock to Buzzard Swamp for spectacular wildlife and bird watching, including bald eagle and osprey.
Tionesta
Tionesta is a charming town located on the banks of the Wild & Scenic Allegheny River. The Market Village is a must-see attraction that offers shoppers a collection of local merchants offering a variety of handmade treasures. Early summer, is Firefly season when the night is fielded with a spectacular synchronized light show in the Allegheny National Forest. Each July, cowboys and cowgirls compete in the 3-night outdoor Allegheny Mountain Championship Rodeo. The town’s Native American heritage is celebrated each August with the Tionesta Indian Festival. Tionesta boasts Pennsylvania’s only in-land functioning lighthouse, which open for tours several times per year.
Cook Forest
Cook Forest State Park gives visitors the chance to explore ancient stands of giant trees. Men’s Journal called it “America’s Best Old-Growth Forest”. The Clarion River flows through the park and is popular with both paddlers and fishermen. Seneca Point and the nearby fire tower offer spectacular views of river valley below. The area surrounding the park has many vacation rentals, restaurants, shops, and fun attractions to enjoy.
Allegheny National Forest
The Allegheny National Forest boasts over a half-million acres of public land with hundreds of miles of trails designated for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ATV, and horseback riding. Visitors can also enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, and camping. Some of the popular trails in Forest County include the Marienville & Timberline ATV trails, Spring Creek Horse Trail, North Country Trail, and Minister Creek Trail.
River Otter Cabin by Sweet Forest Breeze: Escape to tranquility on the Clarion River. Cozy cabin retreat with nature's charm. Book now for a serene riverside getaway.
Has a million-dollar view, complete with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, custom kitchen, cozy living room, fire ring and a deck with a view that will never disappoint.
Beautiful riverfront furnished cottage with plenty of wildlife to enjoy. Large yard and covered porch with swing, fireplace, and central A/C and heat. On the Clarion River.
Fully furnished knotty-pine cabin on four acres. Gas fireplace and surround deck. Sleeps 10. Near ATV trails, public pool, Cook Forest, and Allegheny National Forest.
Half-mile fishing area for anglers with special needs and children under 15. From second bridge to mouth at Tionesta creek. Stocked by Kellettville Sportsman's Club.
Surrounded completely by the Allegheny National Forest, this two-bedroom, one-bath cabin sits on 30 acres near Salmon Creek. Accommodates up to six people.
Bring your own horse on a fabulous trail riding vacation. Deluxe accommodations for you AND your horse in the Allegheny National Forest.
Pennsylvania's only inland working lighthouse, 55 feet tall, 16 feet diameter, and seven stories. Lion's Club offers public tours several times each year.
40-mile equestrian trail begins at the Kelly Pines Campground off Route 66 in Marienville and consists of multiple loops through the Allegheny National Forest. Open year round.
Condos that sleep eight. Large cabin camp nested in the woods just a few minutes from golf, hunting, and river fishing.
