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.
See what you're missing!
Local Journal
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...
Antietam Historical Association Holds Annual Meeting
Antietam Historical Association (AHA) will hold its twelfth Annu[1]al Meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. The meeting will occur at Foun[1]tain Head Country Club, 13316 Fountain Head Road, Hagerstown, Maryland 21742. As in previous years, the festivities will begin...
Help Conococheague Institute Name The Goats!
On Saturday, March 22, Conocococheague Institute (CI) welcomed new friends to the farmstead--.three Black Welsh Mountain Sheep: Deuce (the mother) and her two young daughters, as well as three Nigerian Dwarf Goats: Carmella (the mother) and her little boy and girl. ...
Adventurer and Academic Leader to Address Wilson College
Trailblazing adventurer and academic leader Tori Murden McClure will address the Wilson College Class of 2025 at the 155th annual commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 4. McClure retired from Spalding University in 2024 having worked there for 25 years and serving the...
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.
Office & ConTACT
And our ongoing partnership with
Underground Railroad
