Explore the PA Wilds Region

The PA Wilds is a 12½ -county area that offers tremendous outdoor experiences, some of the best in the nation, with 29 state parks, 50 state game lands, 8 state forests and the Allegheny National Forest, abundant wildlife and hundreds of miles of land and water trails. The amount of public land in the region—more than 2 million acres—is comparable to Yellowstone. The region is home to the largest elk herd in the northeast, some of the darkest night skies in the country. Nature draws many to the region, but visitors also come to experience the area’s rich oil and lumber heritage and authentic small towns. The PA Wilds is surrounded by major tourism markets. More than 50 million people live within a day's drive of the region, making it an attractive place for many people to come to experience some of the most scenic and beautiful wild lands in the Northeastern United Stated. The southern portion of the Wilds is accessible from Interstate 80, the busiest east-west interstate in the United States. To the north it is accessible from Pennsylvania Route 6, rated one of America’s most scenic drives by National Geographic magazine. This prime location means real economic opportunity for the communities and businesses in the region. To learn more about the PA Wilds Click Here