West Middlesex Attractions & Activities

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Address: 728 Forker Blvd, Sharon, PA 16146

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Sharon philanthropists Frank and Julia Buhl opened this 300-acre park in 1914, and it has been free to the public ever since. Swim in the 11-acre manmade lake, or play tennis on one of ten courts. A 9-hole golf course, fitness trail, playground and swimming pool are other available diversions. A snack bar and picnic...

Address: 22 Allan Ave, Greenville, PA 16125

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From 1840 until the railroads supplanted it in 1871, the Erie Extension Canal was the main mode of transport between Pittsburgh and the Great Lakes. This little museum chronicles the history of the Extension Canal from the entrepreneurial-minded folks who agitated for the Extension, to the Irish laborers who dug the...

Address: 314 Main St, Greenville, PA 16125

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Railroad buffs of all ages will enjoy climbing aboard a train and learning about the early railroad system. In addition to an engine and caboose, this train boasts a locally made car. An old switching control board, black and white photos and a vintage auto--the railroad's biggest competition--are on display.

Address: 804 E Jamestown Rd, Rte 58, Jamestown, PA 16134

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This sprawling attraction is more than just a petting zoo, but you can do that too. Over 200 animals are on display, and the little ones are encouraged to gently touch and feed most of them. The mini-train ride and pony rides are also popular. Brown bag your lunch or purchase treats from the snack bar--a large picnic...

Address: 2660 Williams Field Rd, Jamestown, PA 16134

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This park offers year-round fun for the whole family. During the balmy season you can boat (no motors over ten horsepower), swim at one of four beaches, camp or fish for walleye, perch, carp and bass. Once things freeze ice skating, ice fishing and ice boating become the activities of choice.

Address: 2442 Kelly Rd, Hermitage, PA 16148

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Thank the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for this beautiful recreation area. Pack a lunch and your swimming gear and spend a day lolling by the lake. Or bring your tent and stay for the weekend in one of the campgrounds--modern bathrooms with showers provide home's most important conveniences. Canoeing, boating, hiking...

Address: 2442 Kelly Rd, Hermitage, PA 16148

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This rails-to-trails project covers an area almost eight miles long, with trailheads in Greenville and Jamestown. The Riverview Park offers restrooms and a place for a cooling swim during your bike or hike. Keep your eyes peeled during your outing, as wildlife sightings are frequent, and many excellent examples of...

Address: 40 Oakley Kelly Dr, Grove City Airport, Mercer, PA 16137

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Make your vacation memorable by taking a glider ride or flight instruction. A ride in a glider being towed by a plane is under $50, and a basic ride is $65. All of the instructors are experienced, licensed pilots that have taught individuals ranging in age from 11 to 60.

Address: 620 Madison Ave, Grove City, PA 16127

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Take the self-guided tour through this forge and watch the craftsmen create dazzling bronze, aluminum, pewter and sterling pieces. Other than the war years from 1942-1946 when aluminum was rationed, the forge has been in continuous operation since 1923. Every piece created by the Wendell August workers is hand signed...