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1. The Laurel Highlands ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. The Allegheny National Forest ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Beaver Creek State Park

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4. Chautauqua County

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5. Conneaut Lake Park

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6. Fallingwater

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7. Hartwood Acres

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8. McConnells Mill State Park

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9. Meadville

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10. Monongahela National Forest

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11. Moundsville

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12. Mount Davis

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13. Nelson Ledges Quarry Park

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14. New Wilmington

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15. Oglebay Park

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16. Ohiopyle State Park

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17. Penn’s Cave and House

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18. Pine Creek Gorge

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19. Presque Isle State Park

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20. Seven Springs Mountain Resort

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21. Smicksburg

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Pittsburgh serves as a great launching-off point for exploring some of central Pennsylvania's most iconic natural wonders, including the stunning Allegheny National Forest, the picturesque Laurel Highlands, and the beautiful Pine Creek Gorge, commonly known as Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon. Fallingwater preserves one of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright's crowning architectural achievements, while Seven Springs Mountain Resort offers some of the state's best skiing experiences.

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