If all you know about Johnstown is its flood, you are missing out on much of its history – and a lot of fun! Johnstown was devastated by floods three times – 1889, 1936, and 1977. Each time, our residents rolled up their sleeves, and rebuilt their homes and businesses.

Johnstown is reinventing itself once again, turning to recreation-based tourism with an emphasis on what has always been here… lush green hills, rivers, streams and reservoirs; valleys, plateaus and scenic vistas. Its natural resources, combined with year-long festivals and special events, nationally significant historic sites, arts and cultural offerings, and a walkable Downtown, is creating an emerging destination for visitors looking for a new and authentic experiences.

You can boat whitewater on the Stonycreek River; ride our byways; bicycle country lanes, mountain bike single-track and cycle rail-trails; hike atop our lush ridges; and boat, fish, or swim in lakes once owned by steel companies. You can experience our immigrant heritage and growing arts scene. All the area’s experiences come beautifully framed by the scenic Allegheny Mountains.

Johnstown is also home to the only Marvel Comics approved public mural in the world! The mural pays homage to Steve Ditko, a Johnstown native, and the co-creator of Spider-Man.

Check out our 2022 Official Visitors Guide and learn more about what there is to do in Johnstown and Cambria County!