Ridgway & Kersey
Discover Ridgway & Kersey
The town of Ridgway was founded in the 1800’s and has done a remarkable job of preserving the grandeur of its Victorian past with the “Lily of the Valley” National Historic Register District featuring stunning mansions and homes, including a beautiful courthouse and “Millionaires Row”. Each spring, hundreds of artisans from around the globe demonstrate their skills at the annual Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous. Tasting in the Wilds is a popular food, wine, beer, and art festival held each July. Hikers and cyclists can explore Clarion/Little Toby Trail and kayakers enjoy peaceful paddling on the Wild & Scenic Clarion River. A short drive-up Boot Jack Mountain is the community of Kersey. It is home to Elk County Fair and features the beautiful Fox Township Park, Fox Tail Trail, and the Elk County Riders ATV organization.
Historical, legendary, family-owned bar/restaurant with a beautiful view overlooking the wild and scenic Clarion River. Home of the world-famous Belly Buster Burger.
Carhartt for men, women, and kids. Under Armour, work boots, and hunting boots from top brands. Bulk foods, spices, flours, sugars, chocolates, sprinkles, Amish butter, and dried goods.
Craft beers, gourmet burgers, live entertainment and the friendliest bartenders in Elk County. We support our local butcher.
Offering pet friendly, affordable accommodations for up to 6 guests. Beautiful, secluded location 1 mile from the scenic Clarion River. Short drive to Clear Creek and Cook Forest.
A 10.7 mile interconnecting trail system located in the Allegheny National Forest. Parking, warming hut and restroom are available. Well marked trails for all experience levels.
Stay in one of two-bedroom fully furnished apartment units.
Hike through managed wildlife habitat, short one-mile loop to Cole Run Pond. Longer loop is 2.1 miles around Cole Run Pond.
Public pool offering group/party rentals on weekend evenings.
Hundreds of miles of trails designated for hiking, bicycling, equestrian, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, dirtbike, and ATV riding. Outdoor recreation including swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, picnicking, and camping. Marienville Ranger District Office, Marienville, PA – Open Tuesday thru Saturday, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., closed on federal holidays.
One stop shop for all things bike - new bikes, repairs, parts, accessories. Your bikepacking base camp - gear, routes, knowledge.
