Location: Huntingdon
Top Things to do in Huntingdon
What to do and see in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania (PA): The Best Things to do
Huntingdon is a borough in (and the county seat of) Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located along the Juniata River, approximately 32 miles (51 km) east of Altoona and 92 miles (148 km) west of Harrisburg. With a population of 7,093 at the 2010 census, it is the largest population center near Raystown Lake, a winding, 28-mile-long (45 km) flood-control reservoir managed by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Restaurants in Huntingdon
1. Isett Acres Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Isett Heritage Museum is home to the area's largest collection of antiques and memorabilia. Family oriented, educational and fun for all ages with exhibits from 1800's to present day. Explore our many themed displays on a fully guided tour or browse the multiple building at your leisure. We welcome individuals, organizations, churches, schools or bus tour. Open year round, handicap accessible, convenient parking for buses or large groups with picnic and dining areas available by reservation. Guided tours available Monday-Saturday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM-5:00 PM.
Reviewed By danil47 - Fort Myers, United States
What a great place! Beautiful location Picnic tables to bring your lunch along and take a break. This is a vast collection. Make a day of it! From toys to computers. From Cadilacs to Matchbox’s. From fine china to camping. From civil war to viet nam. From tin types to polaroids. All nicely arranged and clean. Nice flow from one exhibit to the next Even gift shop is truly an antique store, with some logo gifts too A hidden gem, waiting to be discovered
2. Hawn's Overlook
3. Juniata Brewing Company
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
4. Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks
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4.5 based on 314 reviews
Celebrating 90 Years of Discovery and Family-Friendly Fun Since 1930! Where science and adventure are NATURALLY FUN! One-hour interpretive tours of two spectacular crystal caverns. Educational programs, Black Light Adventures, Raystown Rocks Gift Shop, gem panning, primitive camping. Great family events…October Ghosts & Goblins Tours, December Santa in the Cave, February Batfest, March Easter Bunny Underground, National Caves & Karst Day with TEN for PENN in June, June Discovery Days, and weekly Summer Events too! Closest Cavern to Raystown Lake.
Reviewed By 589kelbyr
I had a great time seeing the wonderfully preserved and cared for caverns. Our tour guide (Zack) was very informative, engaging, and had really great insights about the many ways the cavern systems we have in this area are important and valuable. I learned a lot and it was a highlight of my trip!
5. Swigart Auto Museum
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By youthgoes - Lewisburg, United States
I had been wanting to check out the Raystown Lake area for awhile, and was pleasantly surprised to find this little museum in Huntingdon. There are several auto museums in Pennsylvania. However, what sets this one apart is A. that it is the oldest auto museum in the US, and B. that it houses one or two of the original Herbie cars used in the popular a Disney movie series. In addition, the museum displays many cars from the 1890s up through the 1930s. The building itself was once a garage that was converted into museum space in the 1950’s. Great for auto buffs, families, and kids alike. Very friendly, knowledgeable staff connected to the local Huntingdon County Historical Society. Also a great gift shop. Please come out and support this museum! ????????
6. Greenwood Furnace State Park
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By deebug2470 - Pittsburgh, United States
This scenic park isn’t far the Raystown Lake area. That’s how we found it years ago. In the 1830’s the Greenwood furnaces were built due to the demand for iron ore which the area was rich in. The surrounding forest provided the wood needed to make charcoal for the furnace. By the 1880’s a town had sprung up with homes, a company store, stables, blacksmith, and they added a gristmill in 1842. It was built to provide the mill with water. Due to the growing demand for iron they eventually built three more furnaces. As the furnaces and production grew so did the town. They added a church, school, wagon shop and ironmaster’s mansion. Around 330 acres a year of trees were cut and used to make charcoal for the furnaces, this lead to the depletion of the forest. In December 1904 the furnaces closed down. Families moved away and the town became a thing of the past. In 1995 the park was designated a historic landmark. Today it’s a nice park that offers a lake for fishing, beach, picnic areas, camping and hiking trails to see many of the historic spots. In addition to seeing the furnace and it’s remnants you can still see the wagon and blacksmith shop, ironmaster’s mansion, stables, church and the cemetery. The cemetery has two Revolutionary War veterans buried there.
7. Rothrock Outfitters
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Whether pedaling or paddling in central Pa, we have you covered. Paddling: -Canoe, Kayak, Paddleboard Rentals -Shuttle Service and River Trips -Guide Services and group events -Paddleboard Clinics, Guided Lake Tours. Pedaling: -Bike rentals and demos, fatbikes, 29ers, singlespeeds, rail trail bikes, you name it. -Full service repair shop to get you back up and riding as soon as possible. Accomodations- Adventure Suites above the shop provides a place to stay during your next Adventure. Bike and pet friendly suites available.
8. ReKlaimed Vines
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By thefunchasers - Huntingdon, United States
Great selection of wines. Good location, near the Comfort Inn. You can try their wines before you buy. Don't leave Huntingdon without trying this place.
9. Whipple Dam State Park
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4.0 based on 17 reviews
