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    Ohiopyle State Park

    4.6 (98 reviews)

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    Natural waterslides
    Alicia Z.

    This is an amazing place to see fall foliage! The drive from Pittsburgh was equally amazing, with breathtaking views almost the whole way there. We skipped Cucumber Falls since parking was a hassle and it also felt a bit unsafe to walk there from the main road because the sidewalk/pedestrian zone sort of disappears as you go up the hill that takes you to Cucumber Falls. Also cars drive pretty fast along that road. However, we still did several trails around Ohiopyle Falls which were very worth it! They can easily take up a few hours Be careful around the waterfall area since the rocks can be a bit slippery. Another fun thing is to check out the visitor center which has a small informational gallery about Ohiopyle and its wildlife. Also the there's an observation deck which gives you a great view of Ohiopyle Falls. The gift shop there is cash only. We went on a Friday so parking wasn't an issue in the main visitor area, but it's not a big lot so it might be crowded on weekends. Also it was the end of October so kayaking and rafting trips came to a close. I'd definitely want to come back during the spring or summer when they resume. Just an fyi, but cellular service can be a bit spotty around the area. However, there is plenty of free wifi around the shops and visitor center in case you need a map or to search things up.

    Rob B.

    I recently on a little hiking trip with my best friend who was in town from NC. He hadn't been here since college so I was pumped to have some beers and go on a hike with him. We started off by walking around town a little since he hadn't seen most of the stuff here. A lot has changed over the years and he was pleasantly surprised and happy to see that. Then we stopped in at one of the local restaurants for a pre hike beer before heading across the bridge to hit the trails on the other side of the Yough. I've probably hiked almost ever trail here and been here numerous times over the years, but for some reason after all of those times I'd never hiked to Cucumber falls, but today we did and man was it beautiful and filled with lots of happy people and dogs :) I love every aspect of this place. The town, it's people, the visitors, the food and drinks, the shops, etc. Literally one of my favorite places to go. If you have never been here you are missing out on one of the greatest days of your life. Go explore and enjoy!

    The trains passing by made it possible for me to spend all night studying the tent's ceiling structure.
    Toni M.

    I haven't camped at any State Park before, but I still think Ohiopyle State Park is my...favorite. The route I took from Intercourse was toll free, so I spent a whopping 3 hours and 45 minutes broadening my buttocks on my firm driver seat. The roads, which are on hills steeper than my electric bills, eventually led me to Kentuck Campground, which is where I popped my discount tent to life. The roads around there are paved to perfection, but the nonexistent grass made my back ache with terror when trying to sleep on the cold, hard rocks. The campers who stayed there over and over again did the earthworms dirty on that one. The showers were conveniently located and even had hot water, which was a pleasant surprise. There were Ohiopyles of canine excrement dispersed everywhere, which made my Brooks very unhappy when I walked to the lavatory. I'll be back -- once the black bear who stole my bag of chips finally apologizes.

    Great exhibit in the visitor center
    Marissa C.

    The main falls are always beautiful to look at, and we enjoyed seeing them again, particularly since it wasn't very crowded at this visit. We went inside the lovely green Visitors Center and really enjoyed going through their lower level exhibits. There are multiple very nice displays about the area, including various wildlife, history, and recreation. They also have this neat "punch" activity, which was great for kids - you can pick up a paper and go around to the various displays and get a punch on it. Very fun. A great place to visit!

    Evergreens growing on rocky cliffs.
    Angela J.

    I'm officially in love with Pennsylvania. Such beautiful, scenic views and fantastic hiking. Joy inducing. This state park is so huge, it has multiple campgrounds. The Kentuck Campgrounds seemed to be the only one open "late season" still for primitive sites, so that's where we booked for 2 nights. They don't close until December 1st. The campsites are very nicely tucked in the woods and you have plenty of trees and growth between each site to give you privacy and feel submerged in the woods. It was such a joy to fall asleep with such clear views of the stars and wake up to such beauty and surrounded by the forest. The bathhouses are older yet well kept and heated. They also contain a sink specifically for you to wash your dishes, which is not often found at campgrounds, and much appreciated. Firewood and ice are sold 24 hours a day, with cash, on an honor system. The hiking was so good, that we would take off every morning, after a good breakfast, and not return until dusk. We would make a fire, cook dinner, then go straight to bed after eating. There are so many waterfalls, rapids, and beauty to take in, that we wanted to see as much as we could. I could easily spend a week here to see it all.

    Part of trail
    Brittney P.

    What an amazing place! A short 1.5 hr drive from Pittsburgh but a beautiful drive! It is a beautiful area and there are plenty of places to stop along the way. Next time, I will try the coffee shop at the turn off. We went on a Sunday and parking is definitely scarce. I showed up at 1pm and had issues finding a spot. I took the Fern trail by crossing the bridge and taking an immediate left and walking along the river. It definitely has some spots that would be hard on someone older or with bad knees. My senior dog had a little bit of trouble climbing up some of the path/walkway. But it is beautiful! The Fern trail took us about 2 hours but we stopped so many places along the way. Walking it without stopping would probably take 30 minutes. Pro- Very dog friendly area! We saw many other pets there as well.

    Melissa B.

    Saturday July 20th, Ferncliff Peninsula is the Park and OVERLOOK at Ohiopyle State Park Visitors Center. Tony and I visited the Visitors Center and walked around the lovely wildflowers and enjoyed the OVERLOOK. There is gorgeous views of Ohiopyle Falls. This entire area looks like your at the Beach, with restaurants, souvenir shops and tons of peeps milling around aimlessly. IT is absolutely gorgeous here. Free OVERLOOK, free parking, free to wholly enjoy. There is a lovely little educational hands on museum and restrooms in the Visitors center.

    Lovers leap
    Rebecca M.

    Ohiopyle has a sweet spot in my heart because I spent a ton of time here growing up. The beauty of Ohiopyle is unmatched, and it's hard to believe that it's within a 1.5 hour drive of the city. Firstly, let me start by saying there are many free activities here - hiking, swimming, bringing you own bike to the trail... there is also no shortage of bike rentals, kayak and rafting tours, and even zip lining. I wish that there were less shops, and more parking. Even if there was some sort of transportation that could take people to and from some of the highlights (cucumber falls for instance) I think that would make visiting here much safer. Baughman's Rock = beautiful overlook, doesn't receive much foot traffic

    Gerald H.

    Came here on a random drive the the adjacent area for an errand. Have seen signs for this town/stop, both on the bike trail and also on 219 coming up the road - but never gave it a shot, or knew what exactly is cooking in this area. First and foremost, it's almost like a small lake type town (without a lake) that reminds me of driving into Deep Creek Lake - with signs for boating, rafting, etc. But here even though parts are bare in places, there is a cluster of restuarants, bars, outdoor places and shops, as well as trails, waterfalls, cliffs, and a bike path that runs from Pittsburgh to DC that comes right through here. Decided to walk one way for about a mile, then double back and take a trail along with river onto the rocks and cliffs that look at the waterfalls. There are several trails around, with maps and signage to help navigate. There are also hiking trails in the woods that are probably more challenging. Not to mention rafting, canoeing, etc available and bike shops if you want to go that route. Would have liked to try some of the food, maybe next time.

    Erin K.

    My boyfriend and I had a blast when we visited Ohiopyle State Park! We went to see the "body slides" (of which I unapologetically did not partake), then to Cucumber Falls, and hiked along the trails to see the beautiful bodies of water. We enjoyed our packed lunch at one of the picnicking areas with a gorgeous view of the hills. The nats called for an early end to lunch, but we didn't mind all that much. I'm looking forward to returning for a kayaking lesson! I would definitely recommend checking this place out if you ever get the chance.

    Tiffany Y.

    I came here during the fall and absolutely loved my time in this fall wonderland. Ohiopyle State Park has tons of accessible trails, mountains, waterfalls, and chances to explore the river. You can go whitewater rafting, rock climbing, or play it safe like I did and just explore the hiking that is around the area. We packed our lunch and enjoyed our food by the gorgeous views. Definitely a day well-spent and I'm looking forward to my return visit.

    Sheila D.

    Nice spot to stop and stretch your legs. Has great views and trails you can walk. Didn't check out the town but looks like it could be a hopping place during the summer.

    Katie S.

    We had a lot of fun adventuring around along the rivers of Ohiopyle. The natural water slides are so unique and exquisite. For those who are adventurous they looked to be a lot of fun. The water was low and slow when we visited with lots of children playing abound. I'm ready to return to perhaps catch some fall beauty.

    Love the falls here!

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    We started out by stopping at Cucumber Falls, probably one of the more busy spots when you come here.

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    Ohiopyle Trading Post - Rafting in July

    Ohiopyle Trading Post

    4.5(53 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    Ready for an unforgettable river adventure? Head straight to Ohiopyle Trading Post!…read more Whether you're rafting the rapids or cruising scenic bike trails, this locally loved outfitter delivers top-tier service and unforgettable experiences. Ask for Kalib as your guide! He is the best! With deep expertise and genuine care for his group, Kalib leads with confidence, fun, and professionalism from launch to finish. You'll feel safe but totally adrenalized in the adventure! Joel, the owner, goes above and beyond! From helping us secure tickets to Fallingwater to arranging last-minute transportation, Joel helped our trip be smooth and memorable. His passion for customer is seen in everything he does. Bonus: The Ohiopyle Trading Post also offers bike rentals! Perfect for exploring the beautiful trails around Ohiopyle at your own pace. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned rafter, you *won't go wrong* with Ohiopyle Trading Post! It's more than a business--it's a gateway to adventure, run by a man who truly cares about customer satisfaction!

    We rented bikes to explore the GAP and had an easy time getting both a regular bike ($8/hour) and…read moree-bike($25) to rent. Only downside was the e-bike wasn't fully charged (only 60%) when we rented but we weren't going to be out to drain all of it.

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    Ohiopyle Trading Post - Amazing family whitewater adventure in Aug 2017. We were in good hands with Ohiopyle Trading Post.

    Amazing family whitewater adventure in Aug 2017. We were in good hands with Ohiopyle Trading Post.

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    Photos OTP took on the river

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    Hazelbakers Recreational Services - The rare pincher nope

    Hazelbakers Recreational Services

    4.3(9 reviews)
    20.3 mi

    Did the 7 mile trip today for the first time. It was actually the first time I'd been in a canoe in…read moreabout 15 years! The online booking was fairly straightforward. Both the PFDs and the shuttle vans could use some updating, however. The canoe itself was fine, as were the oars. The river route was very peaceful, with the exception of some choppy water occasionally, with some rocks we had to maneuver around. We did get stuck in a shallow section, but that was on us for not realizing how shallow it was. The take-out was fine, if a little muddy. Overall a good experience.

    This is the place that introduced my family to kayaking. We've been coming for years. The online…read morereservation isn't the easiest to navigate nor do I particularly care for paying for the entire thing right then especially when it isn't refundable. What if one in your group dips out of the plans. Then you have either paid for person and you're out that money or you have an extra ticket that you may or may not use. Accept a deposit at the time of reservation but the whole thing is a little ridiculous. Pre-covid, they passed out flyers on the shuttle out to the river. If you returned the flyer when you returned, you'd get a free scoop of ice cream. Our family used to love that. We'd still buy more ice cream but after paddling all afternoon, we'd love to sit and relax with our ice cream before loading everything back up and talk about the neat stuff that we seen. This by no means is their fault. I just hope they keep it in mind and bring it back in some way. I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 for two reasons. The shuttle that we rode in sounded and felt like it could use some maintenance and because the 2 rental kayaks we rented for our kids-both had tons of pieces of styrofoam, pieces of tree, and spiders in them. You don't have to spray them out after every use but least spray out the kayaks before using them each season.

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    Relaxing on the river.

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