PA Wilds Stays: Overnight accommodations in the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape of the Pennsylvania Wilds
Covering more than 500,000 acres, the Allegheny National Forest (ANF) is Pennsylvania’s only national forest. It dominates the western end of the Pennsylvania Wilds and features some of the region’s most treasured places and experiences. Learn more here.
While you’re visiting the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape of the PA Wilds, make sure you give yourself enough time to enjoy all there is to do. Instead of rushing to fit everything into one day, plan to stay overnight at one of the many beautiful accommodations available. Whether you’re looking for a quaint cabin in the forest, an apartment on an uptown street, or a guest room in a bed and breakfast, you’ll be able to find it here.
Spend some time in the Allegheny National Forest, Pennsylvania’s only National Forest in the state! Known as the “Land of Many Uses,” the ANF cover 517,000 acres. Part of the North Country National Scenic Trail passes through the ANF, so be sure to take a hike there or on many of the other trails throughout the area. Also within the ANF, you’ll find premier mountain biking trails. The 30-plus miles known as the Trails at Jakes Rocks were named as the 2024 Pennsylvania Trail of the Year!
Also in the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape, you’ll find the Allegheny River. This nationally certified Wild and Scenic River has many opportunities to fish, paddle, and explore. Want to paddle on calmer waters? Check out the Allegheny Reservoir, which also allows easy access for swimming.
Want to really get your motor running? The Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape of the PA Wilds is also home to over 100 miles of ATV trails. Looking for a leisurely drive through rolling mountains instead? The Longhouse National Scenic Byway makes for a peaceful journey with plenty of pull-off spots for scenic overlooks and photo opportunities.
Don’t miss out on some of the other star assets of the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape! Visitors come from all over the world to see the stunning heights of Kinzua Bridge State Park and the Kinzua Skywalk. (While you’re there, check out the PA Wilds Conservation Shop for some locally made souvenirs!) For those with an interest in history and manufacturing, the Zippo/Case Museum in Bradford is sure to impress, with plenty of Zippo lighters and Case knives, both of which are produced locally.
Choose the lodging establishment that fits your needs, book a night there, and start exploring the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds!
Albinas Guest House
https://visitpago.com/listings/albinas-guest-house/
215 Kane Street | Wilcox, PA 15870
814-929-5129
Located in Wilcox, Elk County, Albinas Guest House is situated in the Allegheny National Forest & Surrounds Landscape of the PA Wilds. The restored home was originally built in 1910 and is now available year-round for overnight rentals and vacations. The lodge sleeps up to four and features a full kitchen, bath, laundry, patio, and grill. The North Country National Scenic Trail is not far away, and easy day trips include Elk Country, Cook Forest & the Ancients and the Kinzua Experience.
Charming Duplex AirBNB
www.airbnb.com/h/532greeves
532/534 Greeves Street | Kane, PA 16735
The space is a two level duplex, with 2 queen bedrooms, 1 bunkbed room, and a sleeper sofa. Guests have access to the entire side of the house, and if you have an extra large group, both sides of the duplex are available for rent. There is a nice back yard area to enjoy, and off street parking. Friendly dogs are welcome guests. The fully stocked bathroom includes fresh towels and toiletries. Pots, pans, appliances and dishes will make it easy to prepare meals in your home away from home.
Flats on Fraley
www.airbnb.com/rooms/43355497
39 Fraley Street | Kane, PA 16735
This two-bedroom apartment features a queen bed and a double bed, located on Fraley Street in Kane. An entire apartment on the third floor of a 1903 building that has an eccentric natural shoppe & cafe in the storefront. With a VCR in every bedroom, this home away from home is full of vintage fun and perfect for solo travelers or groups of friends.
Fraley Street Lofts by Annin Enterprises, Inc.
The Loft at Twisted Vine: www.airbnb.com/h/loftattwistedvine
The Loft at Tanology: www.airbnb.com/h/loftattanology
117 Fraley Street | Kane, PA 16735
Two beautiful brand new builds in uptown Kane, each of them perfect for a large family or traveling professional. Two bedroom, one bathroom unit abover Tanology on Fraley Street, as well as a four bedroom, two bathroom unit above Twisted Vine Winery on Fraley Street in Kane. You will also receive a 10% off coupon for guests to use at either Twisted Vine Winery or Table 105 Taproom and Eatery. Upon arrival, guests will also receive two FREE bottles of wine from the winery at Twisted Vine. Parking is available for trailers of all kinds at both locations as well as keyless entry, which makes check in convenient and secure at any time of the day.
Hogback Hill Cabin Rentals
www.hogbackcabins.com
241 Hogback Hill Lane | Tionesta, PA 16353
Hogback Hill Cabin Rentals offers the comforts of home for your next stay on the edge of the Allegheny National Forest, including whole home rentals. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Tionesta, Hogback Hill’s private cabins feature full bathroom and kitchen areas, plus a fire pit with free unlimited firewood provided. Whether looking to explore Pennsylvania’s only national forest, the nearby old-growth forest cathedral, take a journey on one of the region’s National Wild & Scenic Rivers or the famous North Country National Scenic Trail, or to check out the Commonwealth’s only landlocked lighthouse, Hogback Hill is a perfect starting point.
Kane Tourist Home & Motor Inn
www.kanetouristhome.com
80 Greeves Street | Kane, PA 16735
814-561-1049
Father and son team, Ken & Paul Griswold, opened this tourist home with the mission of attracting people to our beautiful area to give back to the community and help people re-connect with nature. With experience in restoration, carpentry, construction and numerous other fields, this duo is constantly working to improve their business to exceed customer satisfaction. The ten-room, 1930’s and 1950’s vintage style tourist home & motel, is perfect for those looking to explore The Allegheny National Forest.
KURF, LLC
www.airbnb.com/h/27fraleystreet
27 Fraley Street | Kane, PA 16735
Urban and upscale in the heart of Kane, PA. This apartment centers around accessibility to the new restaurants and bars in Kane literally one block away. Outdoor activities year round in the Allegheny National forest. Come get away from it all in Kane. Rated PA Wilds #1 revitalized cities. All new furniture, couch, TV, and beds. Queen size bed. Guests may sleep on pullout couch.
Stowaway Suites on the Avenue
www.airbnb.com/rooms/53524778
232 Pennsylvania Avenue West | Warren, PA 16365
Local Airbnb rental in downtown Warren County, located in the heart of the PA Wilds on the picturesque banks of the Allegheny River. Walking distance from many downtown attractions, including Allegheny Outfitters, Bent Run Brewery, and tons of great local restaurants, this 3 bedroom apartment is the perfect getaway for individuals, couples, or families. Whether you’re in town on business or visiting the beautiful Allegheny National Forest, you’ll have a beautiful, relaxing space in which to rest up for all your adventures!
1904 American Foursquare Home Airbnb
www.airbnb.com/rooms/18946373
321 Broad Street | Port Allegany, PA 16743
Enjoy this 1904 American Foursquare brick home, furnished with antiques. Port Allegany is a small town nestled in the wooded hills of the northern Pennsylvania Wilds. Hiking, stargazing, kayaking, blueberry picking, Amish, fishing and hunting abound. An alpaca farm and a WWII museum are nearby. Kinzua Bridge and Cherry Springs State Parks, drive-in movies, wineries, breweries and distilleries are within an hours’ drive. Rate includes breakfast. This three story home with a belvedere room is on a corner lot in a quiet neighborhood, a block away from a community pool and park with playground, tennis and basketball courts. Guests will have free use of the entire house, front porch and garden.