EXPLORE
FRANKLIN COUNTY PA
 Your Adventure, Your Pace
EXPLORE
FRANKLIN COUNTY PA
 Your Adventure, Your Pace
A Few Upcoming Local Events and Contests
New Episodes | Wednesdays @ 8:30 am
1864 Burning & Rebirth of Chambersburg
July 19th
Special Olympics Golf Tournament
Penn National | August 25-28th
A Cappella & Unplugged
Round One @ Capitol Theater | June 28th
Explore Central PA’s Outdoors, History and Main Streets
Travel the trails of Franklin County through acres of farmland and forests. Trek back to frontier settlements and forts, stopovers along the Underground Railroad, and sites of Civil War raids and invasions. Woven between these stories of America’s history are the verdant, rolling hills and azure skies, old-fashioned ice cream parlors, bakeries with shoo-fly pies and sticky buns; orchards with succulent sweet peaches in July and crisp, juicy apples in October; theatres and inns, meandering trails and streams, ski slopes and golf courses, and charming towns where people still smile, stop, and speak.
We're closer than you think. A real getaway, just around the corner. This could be your new favorite place.
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Local Journal
Buttonwood Nature Center Presents Youth Festival
The 34th annual Youth Festival is on Sunday, May 18 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area in Waynesboro, Pa. Presented by Buttonwood Nature Center, the event is free and open to the public. An outdoor event geared for kids of all ages, Youth Fest features a...
Franklin County Visitors Bureau Hosts Salvation Army Exhibit for National Salvation Army Week, May 12-18
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites the public to stop by the 11/30 Visitors Center, 15 South Main, to explore the story of the Salvation Army in a display of scrapbooks, photos, and artifacts of the local Chambersburg Corp. The display includes the iconic...
Celebrate Volunteers at Viva Volunteerism
On May 22, Franklin County Visitors Bureau is teaming up with the United Way of Franklin County to celebrate service, community, and connection with the Viva Volunteerism Mixer. Community is common ground for these two Franklin County organizations. The...
Healthy Eating Adventure is Franklin County Visitors Bureau’s May Lunch & Learn
Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites the public to a Healthy Eating Adventure Lunch & Learn on May 28, 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM with Dr. Liz George and Chef Nick Iula. Dr. George and Chef Nick have teamed up to create a book that delves into the science of...
Let’s Explore!
Franklin County is simply a treasure to visit and explore, and the nice thing is you get to set the pace. There’s lots to do without the hustle & bustle and the big crowds. Whether you’re a planner or just like to wing it, we’ve got you covered. Below are few ideas to get you started as your memories await in Franklin County, PA
Explore Centuries of Military History on the Franklin County Military Trail
Take a tour of our many trails connected to history. Learn how Franklin County served important roles in winning the civil war and paved the roads to freedom.
On The Move in The Outdoors
Outdoors the way it should be, explore roads less traveled, fish clear blue waters, golf with mountain views, kayak on peaceful lakes, ski top-notch slopes. Franklin County has an outdoor season for everyone and every adventure.
Franklin Fresh Food & Dining Guide
Franklin County freshness is unbeatable, our local farms see to it! With an abundance of local fresh food, Franklin County is a favorite of food lovers across a diverse range of dining experiences.
DO / DINE / STAY
DO
We have great local shops, Festivals, Farmer’s Markets, Crafts, Hiking, Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, History Tours…we could go on, but best if you come see for yourself.
DINE
Did somebody say “eat?” Franklin County covers all the bases—home cooking, fine dining, neighborhood cafes, bodegas, authentic ethnic selections from across the globe, and more.
STAY
Historic Inns, Bed & Breakfasts, Quaint Motels, Modern Hotels, Renovated Warehouses—you name it. Franklin County realizes that where you stay is key to a memorable visit, and our options are endless.
Our partners in regional exploring
Franklin County Visitors Bureau
Explore Franklin County PA is the official site for adventure, history, and getaways throughout our wonderful county. You'll find adventure at your pace throughout our diverse and unique towns of Chambersburg, Greencastle, Waynesboro, Mercersburg, and a little sliver of Shippensburg and all points in between.
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In appreciation for community building
And our ongoing partnership with
Underground Railroad
