WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC HOMES Ridgway's "Lily of the Valley" National Historic Register District is an outstanding example of the lumber heritage that abounds in Northwestern Pennsylvania. The homes on this tour were built between 1855 and 1917. The tour is an outdoor tour, as the homes are all private residences or businesses. Take the tour by foot or car. Tour maps are available at the Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center. RIDGWAY HERITAGE COUNCIL Ridgway is the gateway to the Allegheny National forest and the perfect base camp for all of your outdoor adventures. From canoeing and kayaking to rail trails and mountain biking, Ridgway has it all! A National Historic Register District, Ridgway is also home to some of Pennsylania's finest examples of late 19th and early 20th-century architecture. Take a stroll along our tree-lined streets or spend the night in a historic mansion before exploring the ancient forests that surround our valley. Apollo Theatre 19 N. Michael Street St. Marys PA (814) 834-7434 Family owned and operated first run movie theatre in historic downtown St. Marys, PA.Open seven days a week. Elk Viewing Just 20 miles Southeast of Ridgway you'll find the heart of the Pennsylvania elk range. Home to over 800 wild elk from Weedville to Driftwood along the scenic Bennett Branch of Sinnemahoning Creek, passing through small towns like Caledonia, Medix Run, Benezette and Dents Run, 555 is known for fantastic elk viewing. Various elk viewing brochures are available at the Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center. Sandy Beach Park Spend the day at the park having fun with your entire family. Located just three miles west of Ridgway. Sandy Beach offers four picnic pavilions for rent, baseball and softball fields with dugouts, playgrounds and fishing. Volley ball courts, Frisbee (Disc) golf and swimming. An observation deck with handicap accessibility, electric, water and grill are available. The park also has a bill board for rent. For more information please call 814-773-5625. Enchanted Woodlins See wonderful, fun wood animal sculptures, carved with chainsaws all around Ridgway's downtown shopping area and residential neighborhoods. Map of the Woodlins trail is available in the Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center. Elk County Wilds Tourism Association 300 Main Street Ridgway, Pa 15853 This Association is a “dba of the Chamber of Commerce”. Their mission is to promote tourism, events, and recreation amenities within the Elk County region. Laurel Mill Cross Country Ski Trail Allegheny National Forest Located three miles west of Ridgway on Township Road 307, often called Spring Creek Road. Great for cross country skiing and hiking. The Elk County Council on the Arts - ECCOTA 237 Main St., Ridgway, PA 15853 A sales gallery and gift shop featuring local, regional and PA Wilds artists, classes, concerts and theater performances. Big Maple Farms Natural Therapies 877 Long Level Rd Ridgway, PA 15853 (814) 387-3571 Big Maple Farm's Natural Therapies, Inc is a place where people can engage positively with our equines through therapeutic riding, riding lessons, our community programming and more. Elkwood Arts 43 Servidea Drive, Ridgway, PA 15853 Handmade hardwood furniture and wood products, with a sales room offering gift items including custom laser engraving. Frank Clark Memorial Basketball Courts Ridgway, PA 15853 Two full sized basketball courts are free and open to the public. There is a pavilion with picnic tables nearby that is also free and open to the public. Jireh Lanes Gahr Lanes Kersey, Pa 814-885-6380 To reserve lanes or schedule parties please give them a call during business hours. We are unable to take reservations through Facebook. Appalachian Arts Route 219 South, Ridgway PA 15853 Appalachian Arts offers an array of chainsaw art and other works by local artisans. They offer classes in pottery, essential oils, carvings, printmaking and soap making. The gallery includes all of this and more. Laurel Mill Golf Course 230 Bonifels Ln, Ridgway, PA 15853 814-772-1015 Located two miles West of Ridgway. Mountaintop location and scenic views surround this public, nine-hole course with driving range and lounge. Elk County Historical Society & The Robinson Museum 109 Center St, Ridgway, PA 15853 814-776-1032 "Preserving the Past for the Future", the Elk County Historical Society has resources for genealogical and historical research and offers a museum and book store. Canoeing and Kayaking Sixty miles of wilderness adventure on the Clarion River begins in Ridgway for the best experience in safe family canoeing. Ridgway Y North Broad Ridgway, PA 15853 For more than 100 years the Ridgway Y has provided a safe, caring environment, positive role models, creative activities, and opportunities to serve all ages, incomes, and abilities. Elk photo created by welcomia - www.freepik.com <br/> THE CLARION-LITTLE TOBY RAIL TRAIL This 18 mile stretch runs from Ridgway to Brockway, PA. The flat, smooth trail follows along the Clarion River on what used to be a railroad line. Well maintained all year, it's perfect for hiking, biking or just taking a stroll in the summer and cross country skiing in the winter. No motorized vehicles, please! For more information, see the Tricounty Rails to Trails website or view the brochure below. CLARION LITTLE TOBY RAIL TRAIL BROCHURE RIDGWAY ELK-COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE © 2021 300 Main St., Ridgway PA 15853 | (814) 776-1424 | info@ridgwaychamber.com | Privacy Policy Website by Red Porch Agency | Various images by Cole Salberg and Jim Merritt