Clear Creek-Kennerdell Tract State Forest: This 3,200 acre State Forest is filled with trails for hiking, off-road biking, and horseback riding. Bordered by PA State Game Lands it is a perfect place to spend an entire day. ( 8 miles away)
Divani Chocolate and Barista: Handcrafted Belgium and French chocolates. ( featured as a guest welcome treat). www.divanichocolate.com
Riverview Canoe & Kayak: Rentals of canoes and kayaks. Shuttle service.
Kahle Lake Quiet small craft lake for canoeing, kayaking and largemouth bass fishing is excellent.
( 7 miles away)
Erie to Pittsburgh Trail: A smooth asphalt Trail system for biking and hiking connecting Pittsburgh with Erie on former railroad grades. (62 continuous miles of finished trail) Voted as the 3rd best Fall Foliage Trail in Pa. by Rails to Trails.
Foxburg Country Club Golf Course: Founded in 1887 it is the oldest golf course in continuous use in the U.S. Open to the public.
Foxburg Wine Cellars: Enjoy tasting 30+wines created on site. Spend time the lounge or relax in the outdoor arbor. Large selection of low sulfite wines. Entertainment on select weekends. foxburgwine.com
Mineral Springs Park: Home of the oldest continuous pumping oil well in the U.S. This beautiful smooth (1/2 mile) asphalt trail winds its way along Richey Run Creek through the Hemlock Forest. A great easy hike. A Picnic pavilion is available.
Was tragically lost in a fire in January of 2015.
Pumping Jack Museum: A collection of the unique heritage of Emlenton and the region. ( Inside Crawford Center)
Crawford Center- A collection of small business and non profits. Emlenton's Center for events. The auditorium seats 300 persons and the stage showcases wonderful performances.
The Chicken Coop-
A unique Studio that offers great workshops and lectures. Drop in Studio time is a great opportunity to meet the local talented artist in various media. www. chickencoopstudio306.org
Red Brick Gallery: Displays of local artisans and co-op artisans and gift shop. ARCA - Allegheny Riverstone Center for the Arts. www.alleghenyriverstone.org
GREAT LITTLE SHOPS in Emlenton:
Neffy's Cigar- Main Street
Amazing Stitches:( Main St.) Custom Embroidery, clothing, quilting supplies
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Restaurants in Our Valley:
Little Italy Deli - Emlenton - Main St.
Emlenton Brew Haus- Emlenton - Main St.
Allegheny Grill- Foxburg
Foxburg Pizza- Foxburg
Hickory Sticks Tavern- Foxburg Country Club ( open to the public)
Otto's Tavern - Emlenton, River Ave.
Bob's Place - Parker- Rt. 268
Pines Inn- St. Petersburg
Sweet Basil, Knox
The Eatery- Emlenton- Rt. 208
50 Shades of Grapes- Winery and Cocktails- Main St.
*Restaurants that are a short drive but offer wonderful dining are plentiful! Ask us THE INNKEEPERS for details and directions!