Walking Tour of Historic Homes

Ridgway's "Lily of the Valley" National Historic Register District is an outstanding example of the lumber heritage that abounds in Northwestern Pennsylvania. The homes on this tour were built between 1855 and 1917. The tour is an outdoor tour, as the homes are all private residences or businesses. Take the tour by foot or car. Tour maps are available at the Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center.

Ridgway is the gateway to the Allegheny National forest and the perfect base camp for all of your outdoor adventures. From canoeing and kayaking to rail trails and mountain biking, Ridgway has it all! A National Historic Register District, Ridgway is also home to some of Pennsylvania's finest examples of late 19th and early 20th-century architecture. Take a stroll along our tree-lined streets or spend the night in a historic mansion before exploring the ancient forests that surround our valley.

Apollo Theatre
19 N. Michael Street
St. Marys PA
(814) 834-7434
Family owned and operated first run movie theatre in historic downtown St. Marys, PA.Open seven days a week.

Appalachian Arts Studio Route
219 South,
Ridgway PA 15853
Appalachian Arts offers an array of chainsaw art and other works by local artisans. They offer classes in pottery, essential oils, carvings, printmaking and soap making. The gallery includes all of this and more.

Big Maple Farms Natural Therapies
877 Long Level Rd 
Ridgway, PA 15853
(814) 387-3571
Big Maple Farm's Natural Therapies, Inc is a place where people can engage positively with our equines through therapeutic riding, riding lessons, our community programming and more.

Canoeing and Kayaking 
Sixty miles of wilderness adventure on the Clarion River begins in Ridgway for the best experience in safe family canoeing.

Elk County Council on the Arts - ECCOTA
237 Main St.,
Ridgway, PA 15853
A sales gallery and gift shop featuring local, regional and PA Wilds artists, classes, concerts and theater performances.

Elk County Historical Society & The Robinson Museum
109 Center St,
Ridgway, PA 15853
814-776-1032
"Preserving the Past for the Future", the Elk County Historical Society has resources for genealogical and historical research and offers a museum and book store.

Elk Viewing/Elk County Visitors Center
Just 20 miles Southeast of Ridgway you'll find the heart of the Pennsylvania elk range. Home to over 800 wild elk from Weedville to Driftwood along the scenic Bennett Branch of Sinnemahoning Creek, passing through small towns like Caledonia, Medix Run, Benezette and Dents Run, 555 is known for fantastic elk viewing. Various elk viewing brochures are available at the Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center.

Elk County Wilds Tourism Association
PO Box 571
Ridgway PA 15853
Their mission is to promote tourism, events, and recreation amenities within the Elk County region.

Enchanted Woodlins
See wonderful, fun wood animal sculptures, carved with chainsaws all around Ridgway's downtown shopping area and residential neighborhoods. Map of the Woodlins trail is available in the Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center.

Frank Clark Memorial Basketball Courts
Ridgway, PA 15853
Two full sized basketball courts are free and open to the public. There is a pavilion with picnic tables nearby that is also free and open to the public.

Friends of Twin Lakes ANF
North of Wilcox PA off of State Rte 321 814.389.3019
The 10 acre lake has a beach area and is surrounded by a hardened walking path, hiking trails and places to bike, fishing, camping, playing and plenty of parking, pavillions and picnic spots.

Jireh Lanes
Gahr Lanes
Kersey, Pa
814-885-6380
To reserve lanes or schedule parties please give them a call during business hours. We are unable to take reservations through Facebook.

Laurel Mill Cross Country Ski Trail
Allegheny National Forest
Located three miles west of Ridgway on Township Road 307, often called Spring Creek Road. Great for cross country skiing and hiking.

Laurel Mill Golf Course
230 Bonifels Ln,
Ridgway, PA 15853
814-772-1015
Located two miles West of Ridgway. Mountaintop location and scenic views surround this public, nine-hole course with driving range and lounge.

Lyle G Hall Community Pool
Visit their fb page for pool schedule, membership info, events and so much more!

Ridgway Y
North Broad
Ridgway, PA 15853
For more than 100 years the Ridgway Y has provided a safe, caring environment, positive role models, creative activities, and opportunities to serve all ages, incomes, and abilities.

Sandy Beach Park
Spend the day at the park having fun with your entire family. Located just three miles west of Ridgway. Sandy Beach offers four picnic pavilions for rent, baseball and softball fields with dugouts, playgrounds and fishing. 
Volley ball courts, Frisbee (Disc) golf and swimming. An observation deck with handicap accessibility, electric, water and grill are available. The park also has a bill board for rent. For more information please call 814-773-5625.

The Crow’s Nest 211
211 Main Street
Ridgway PA 15853
golfhouseonmain@gmail.com
Indoor training center and Golf simulator
TEE TIME ANYTIME! Set it down, power it up and enjoy a highly realistic, engaging and enjoyable indoor golf experience. No travel. No rainouts. No hassles.

Venture Tent Rental
371 Old Kersey Rd
Kersey PA 15846
814.335.1049 814.335.2072
venturetentrentals@gmail.com
Rent your tents, tables, chairs and more. Excellent customer service & unique extras!

The Clarion-Little Toby
Rail Trail

This 18 mile stretch runs from Ridgway to Brockway, PA. The flat, smooth trail follows along the Clarion River on what used to be a railroad line. Well maintained all year, it's perfect for hiking, biking or just taking a stroll in the summer and cross country skiing in the winter. No motorized vehicles, please! For more information, see the Tricounty Rails to Trails website or view the brochure below.