The Great Allegheny Passage (or GAP) Trail is a 150-mile, year-round biking and walking trail between Pittsburgh, PA, and Cumberland, MD. What is there to see and do from Pittsburgh to Layton?
State Parks
Ready for a state park adventure? Here are the parks we’ve visited, including campground maps, hiking maps, and helpful details.
Looking for a particular park? Use the Search area on the right side to see if we have a Trip Report for it.
Trip Report: Ohiopyle State Park in Pennsylvania
Ohiopyle State Park in the Laurel Highlands area of Pennsylvania has a variety of hiking, biking, kayaking, rafting, and dining options.
Trip Report: Coopers Rock State Forest in West Virginia
Coopers Rock State Forest in northern West Virginia has scenic overlooks, geologically magnificent hikes, and a cozy campground.
Celebrate the Holidays with First Day Hikes in PA, WV, MD, and OH!
Celebrate the season by planning your First Hike of the new year in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, and Ohio state parks!
Sang Run State Park in Maryland
Sang Run State Park in western Maryland is a fast stop for some quick history – but don’t let the ticks get you!
The Ark Project
Traveling down Route 68 in Maryland, you can’t miss seeing The Ark Project! How did it come to be and when is it expected to be finished?
Trip Report: Cacapon Resort State Park in West Virginia
Cacapon Resort State Park in West Virginia offers up an outdoor getaway full of hiking, golfing, fishing, and mountain biking. With a stop in nearby wellness hub Berkeley Springs, your weekend will be complete!
Trip Report: Tygart Lake State Park in West Virginia
Tygart Lake State Park in West Virginia is a boating paradise with a unique waterpark just an hour south of Morgantown!
Trip Report: Moraine State Park in Pennsylvania
Moraine State Park just north of Pittsburgh is a boating haven, but we’ll focus on their winding bike trail!
Trip Report: Herrington Manor State Park in Maryland
Herrington Manor State Park in Maryland has private cozy cabins, gaming areas, and hiking trails, plus a lake to kayak, canoe, or swim!
Trip Report: West Virginia Botanic Garden
West Virginia Botanic Garden in Morgantown has relaxing trails winding through curated gardens, freshwater streams, and bird-filled wetlands.
Trip Report: Blackwater Falls State Park in West Virginia
Enjoy scenic hiking, a comfortable dog-friendly lodge, and nearby artsy small towns at Blackwater Falls State Park in West Virginia.
Trip Report: Shenandoah National Park in Virginia
Shenandoah National Park in Virginia is one of the most scenic hiking spots in the eastern US, complete with dog-friendly trails and accommodations.
Trip Report: Chief Logan State Park in West Virginia
Chief Logan State Park in south West Virginia has its own lodge, campground, and hiking, with the Hatfield-McCoy trails just a few miles away.
Trip Report: New York State Parks Near Ithaca in the Finger Lakes
Ithaca in the Finger Lakes region of New York has several state parks with tons of waterfalls and many dog-friendly adventure opportunities!