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Plan your path before fall’s peak! Experience autumn adventures in Butler County, PA.

Experience our fall foliage at it’s peak, create a Gilmore Girls-inspired moment in our charming towns, find unique fall festivals, and embrace farm fun just north of Pittsburgh.

Plan Your Path for Fall Foliage

Peak fall foliage can be seen in mid-October, but the months leading up are just as beautiful! There are a variety of ways to experience the beauty of autumn in Butler County.

Whether you like to bike, hike, stroll, or sit, there are plenty of places for you to connect with the great outdoors and watch the leaves change their hue. Check out local trails with beautiful autumn landscapes here!

Surround yourself with vibrant fall colors when you book a guided Fall Foliage Eco-Tour at Moraine State Park with SurfSUP Adventures.

These tours welcome all skill levels and let you navigate secret passageways and coves along Lake Arthur’s shore. Tickets can be purchased online and a list of available dates can be found here!

If you’re looking for a unique experience but don’t want to make a splash, Preston’s Pearl may be the perfect adventure!

Preston’s Pearl invites you to see the fall foliage at Moraine State Park from an elevated view! This ADA accessible pontoon boat sets sail on Saturdays and Sundays, now through October.

See the sights of fall from the upper deck while you learn more about Moraine State Park’s history and the creatures who call it home.

These tickets sell out quickly. Don’t wait for the leaves to fall! Buy your tickets online now or visit The Owlet Gift Shop at Moraine!

It’s never been easier to make memories, toast s’mores, and connect with your favorite people. Experience more of the spring, summer, and fall seasons when you stay at one of our favorite campgrounds!

Did you know there aren’t campgrounds in Allegheny County? Explore outdoor lodging and embrace nature in Pittsburgh’s backyard!

Bear Run Campground

Pitch a tent, glamp in a gorgeous cabin, or pull up your RV to an outdoor oasis less than an hour north of Pittsburgh! This pet-friendly campground invites you and your crew to experience outdoor adventures.

a man and woman standing on the porch of a wooden log cabin

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway or a complete nature retreat, Bear Run has amenities for every camper. A well-stocked general store, restrooms with showers, a laundry facility, campground WiFi, recreation centers and more allow you to enjoy endless comfort and entertainment without leaving the grounds! If you’re up for more exploration, Moraine State Park is nearby!

As of 2024, Bear Run Campground is under new family ownership but remains committed to providing exceptional outdoor experiences as it’s been for decades.

Buttercup Woodlands Campground

Nestled along scenic hills and beautiful landscapes in Butler County are 40 acres of woodlands that welcome you to explore! Buttercup is less than an hour away from Pittsburgh and accommodates a variety of campers with full hook-up RV campsites, rustic cabins with A/C, and places to pitch a tent.

A new change of ownership has brought several upgrades to life! With an upgraded arcade, remodeled cabins, a new pickleball court, golf cart rentals and a dog park, this pet-friendly campground includes fun for everyone!

Swap out the Zoom calls with fireside chats. Explore and play all day before taking a hot shower, relaxing around the fire, and enjoy the sounds and sights of a starry night.

The Cabins at Moraine State Park

Surround yourself with summer wildflowers, fall foliage, and the calls of nature when you stay and play at Moraine. Sail on Preston’s Pearl, ace an 18-hole disc golf course, take the water, take a hike, or throw a line! The limits to outdoor exploration are endless when you visit Moraine State Park.

Nestled in the lush forests of the park are 11 modern cabins available for rent all year round. The cabins are electrically heated and sleep up to six people, including two bedrooms, a bathroom and shower, kitchen, living and dining area, and a dock on Lake Arthur! Camping is for everyone, which is why Cabin 11 is fully ADA accessible.

Indian Brave Campground

Offering RV sites, cabins, and plenty of space to pitch your tent, Indian Brave Campground is the perfect place to create s’more memories! This pet-friendly campground nestled in the historic and charming town of Harmony features an Olympic-sized pool, outdoor recreation, firewood available on site and even more amenities to make the most of your stay.

Just 30 minutes from Pittsburgh and less than two miles from I-79, Indian Brave is conveniently located and jam-packed with memorable experiences. Small-town charm is only a hop, skip, and jump away! Campers can go on a stroll that leads to Historic Harmony’s town square.

Don’t forget your fishing pole! Throw a line off the fishing bridge or pack up your kayak and dive into the Connoquenessing Creek.

Lake Arthur Family Campground

Just a few miles from Moraine State Park’s Lake Arthur is a family-owned campground with spacious sites surrounded by nature. Lake Arthur Family Campground includes a stocked camp store, dog park, Saturday Movie nights, four hole disc-golf course, media library and more!

Haul your RV or pitch a tent with your family and furry friends, letting you replace city lights for starry nights. Don’t think you can survive in a tent? Check the availability for The Cardinal Cabin and start planning your stay!

Rose Point Park Cabins & Camping

“It’s more than getting away, it’s getting together!” Rose Point Park is another fantastic place to experience the great outdoors. Swap out traffic jams for trailheads when you stay and play, located under an hour north of Pittsburgh!

This pet-friendly campground has a feline mascot, S’mores, who patrols the grounds! All ages can enjoy fan-favorite events, celebrations and themed weekends throughout the season.

Haul your RV or stay in style when you book a log cabin or yurt! The fishing is prime with a stocked pond on the property and access to the Slippery Rock Creek. A heated pool, splash pad, sports courts, and more allow you to relax and unwind or pack your schedule with fun!

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