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
Be Part of History – Register Today!
A Cappella & Unplugged
FINALS @ Old Courthouse | July 19
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
Exploring Franklin County PA – Foraging in Franklin County
The Institute’s spring lecture series, Enjoy Franklin County, PA concludes on Tuesday, April 2 with “Foraging in Franklin County.” The free program is at 7 p.m. in the social room at Church of the Apostles in Waynesboro. Presented by Dr. David Foster, professor of...
Remembering Thaddeus Stevens
"Equality of man before his Creator" August 2021 By Ross Hetrick "My lifelong regret is that I lived so long and so uselessly," Thaddeus Stevens said shortly before he died on August 11, 1868 at the age of 76. It was an incredibly ironic false statement. In his last...
Monterey Pass Walking Tours – July 24-25
Join Civil War professional John Galie as he walks you through guided tours of the battle that took place on July 4th, 1863. Walk the road taken by a 20 mile long wagon train, a part of Gen Robert E. Lee's retreat. Finish at the road Union cavalry (including Brig Gen...
Chambersburg Civil War Seminars HISTORYtalk – July 30
The next Chambersburg Civil War Seminar HISTORYtalk event will be with James Broomall on July 30 at 7 p.m. EST via Zoom. His talk will be: Battling for Gettysburg: Visual Representations of the Civil War's Largest Fight. Following the talk will be a Q&A period....
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.
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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.
Underground Railroad
