request our
VISITORS GUIDE
U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center / USAHEC
The U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC) is the premier facility for historical research on U.S. Army history and is dedicated to "Telling the Army story...one Soldier at a time." The expansive campus includes the Visitor and Education Center, the U.S. Army War College Library, the U.S.... Read More
Army Heritage Trail at USAHEC
The one-mile Army Heritage Trail is a self-guided, outdoor interactive trail loop, highlighted by a Huey helicopter and M-18 Tank Destroyer (nicknamed the "Hellcat") perched alongside Interstate 81. Walk along the trail, which interprets the history of the U.S. Army and discover full-scale exhibits... Read More
Cumberland County Historical Society
Celebrating it's 150th anniversary in 2024, CCHS will host three exhibit openings in April: 150 Years of CCHS, 1870s Carlisle, and War Comes to Cumberland County by the War, Peace and Justice Initiative. In June, CCHS will host an Evening with Jeff Shaara at the West Shore Country Club, offering an... Read More
Appalachian Trail Museum
The Appalachian Trail Museum is the only museum in the country dedicated to hiking. It portrays and preserves the history and the physical, emotional and spiritual human experiences of the Appalachian Trail (A.T). Exhibits are devoted to early founders of the trail - Benton MacKaye and Myron Avery,... Read More
Cumberland Valley Railroad Museum @ Shippensburg Station
The Cumberland Valley Railroad Museum features artifacts representing the histories of the Cumberland Valley, Penn Central, and Conrail Railroads and exhibits that depict the ways in which these railroads affected the region. The museum is located inside a 1956 Penn Central 50-foot boxcar that had... Read More
Fashion Archives and Museum of Shippensburg University
Established in 1980, the Shippensburg University Fashion Archives and Museum maintains, preserves, and exhibits apparel and accessories ranging from the 18th-century to the present. Its purpose is to enhance our understanding of society through the study of dress. The facility houses 35,000 to... Read More
Mechanicsburg Museum Association
The Mechanicsburg Museum preserves four 1800s buildings from the Cumberland Valley Railroad, a log tavern that predates Mechanicsburg, and a collection of items and records important to Mechanicsburg's history and heritage. The association preserves the 1899 Washington Street Station, the 1866... Read More
Pennsylvania Fly Fishing Museum
The Pennsylvania Fly Fishing Museum preserves the history and rich fly fishing heritage of Pennsylvania. The Museum has also completed many oral histories, maintains a research library containing many fly fishing books and reference materials, and hosts a number of yearly events. Read More
Shippensburg History Center
Individuals, families, and groups are always welcome to visit the Shippensburg History Center. Our hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Our exhibits are filled with artifacts and interpretation that help to bring Shippensburg and the surrounding area story to life.... Read More
Pine Grove Furnace State Park
Pine Grove Furnace State Park is located on 696 acres in Michaux State Forest. Activities include hiking, access to the Appalachian Trail Museum and midway point of the A.T., lakeside beaches at Laurel Lake and Fuller Lake, the Ironmaster's Mansion and more. Find details on all the things to see and... Read More
Kings Gap Environmental Education Center
Kings Gap Environmental Education Center includes 2,531 acres to explore including 25 miles of trails, 3 day use areas, birding opportunities, biking trails and educational programming at the on-site mansion. Find more details on all the things to see and do at Kings Gap here. Weekend Stays at the... Read More
Colonel Denning State Park
Colonel Denning State Park is located on 273 acres of woodland and offers a variety of hiking, biking, hunting and birding, as well as, boating and swimming at the 3.5-acre Doubling Gap Lake. Find more details on all the things to do at Colonel Denning State Park here. Read More
Cumberland Valley Rail Trail
Wildlife viewers of all ages and experiences can hike, bike, walk, or horseback ride on the 13-mile Cumberland Valley Rail Trail that follows the abandoned Cumberland Valley railroad corridor from Shippensburg to Newville. Enjoy interpretative way-point signs on the agricultural and Civil War... Read More
Opossum Lake
Opossum Lake is a 47-acre lake situated on a 274-acre commonwealth-owned recreation area. A dam that is located on Opossum Creek, a tributary of Conodoguinet Creek, creates the lake. Opossum Lake is very popular with outdoor recreation enthusiasts for hiking, boating, fishing and birdwatching. There... Read More
Sunset Rocks Trail
Sunset Rocks Trail also known as Little Rocky Ridge is in the Michaux State Forest. This trail is one of the most popular hikes in the area because it offers great views and takes the hiker to the ruins of a top-secret World War II POW camp. It is very steep so watch your footing! If you feel up to... Read More
Appalachian Trail
Cumberland Valley is home to 46 miles of the 2,189 famed Appalachian Trail. The Valley's section includes a 13-mile stretch that is the longest-flattest section of the entire trail. This portion of the trail allows for easy day hiking that the whole family can enjoy. Find area A.T. info, resources,... Read More
Children's Lake
Charming and scenic seven-acre, man-made lake with perfectly clear water that literally bubbles in the middle of Boiling Springs. Take a stroll down Lover's Walk, admire the lovely historic buildings and gardens, and feed the ducks and swans. Pick up lunch at Caffe 101 across the road or bring a... Read More
Adams-Ricci Community Park
The park is 82 acres and includes baseball and soccer fields, tennis (3 lighted courts), basketball (2 full courts) volleyball (2 lighted courts), pickleball (4 courts), bocce ball (3 courts), a batting cage, food/vending, drinking fountain, horseshoe pits, picnic areas, pavilions, stage area, and... Read More
Inexpensive Things To Do This Spring
by Ashley on Thursday, March 20, 2025
Spring is the perfect time to explore Cumberland Valley. With warm days and cool nights, the weather is ideal for a combination of indoor and outdoor fun. Your Cumberland Valley adventure doesn't have to break the bank. Here are some suggestions that are big on experience and low on Read More
Inexpensive Things To Do This Summer
by Ashley on Monday, June 03, 2024
Summer activities are endless -- and sometimes expensive. The price of summer fun doesn't have to add up in Cumberland Valley. Soak in the long nights and hot days with our list of things to do that are big on experience and low on cost. 1. Attend An Event Cumberland Valley is bursting Read More
Inexpensive Things To Do This Fall
by Ashley on Thursday, September 05, 2024
Plan a weekend getaway in Cumberland Valley this fall and find a collection of free and low-cost activities to enjoy. Grab your jacket, put on your walking shoes, and enjoy the warm days and comfortably cool nights in our walkable downtowns or along our endless hiking trails. 1. Read More
Inexpensive Things To Do This Winter
by Ashley on Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Plan a weekend getaway in Cumberland Valley this winter and find plenty of inexpensive activities to keep you warm and cozy. Our scenic valley is picture-perfect year-round, our walkable downtowns offer plenty of shops and restaurants, and our event calendar is full of fun. 1. Attend Read More
Inexpensive Getaway
A fabulous weekend trip doesn’t need to break the bank. Plentiful outdoor recreation, comfortable accommodations, free festivals, unique donation-only museums, delicious drinks and dining, and walkable downtowns, make Cumberland Valley an affordable location for your next Weekend Easy getaway. Read More
Free
Annual Events
Many Cumberland Valley events for you and your family are free of charge. Find fun and affordable weekend plans. View Events
