Guidebook for Addison

Beth
Guidebook for Addison

Shopping

It's the nearest convenience store, just in case you need milk, eggs, soda, cereal, batteries, aspirin, etc.
Blue Goose
7349 National Pike
It's the nearest convenience store, just in case you need milk, eggs, soda, cereal, batteries, aspirin, etc.
They have wonderful European antiques at a fair price. And it's just up the street from the historic Casselman Bridge, Spruce Forest Artisan's Village, Penn Alps and Cornucopia Cafe.
Blue Moon Antiques
165 Main St
They have wonderful European antiques at a fair price. And it's just up the street from the historic Casselman Bridge, Spruce Forest Artisan's Village, Penn Alps and Cornucopia Cafe.
Saturday mornings... get their early! This Amish farmer's market is a wonderful place to find food, flowers and plants, vegetables, quilts, gifts, and so much more. It's not touristy - it's a local market and a good size!
7 locals recommend
Springs Farmers' Market
1711 Springs Rd
7 locals recommend
Saturday mornings... get their early! This Amish farmer's market is a wonderful place to find food, flowers and plants, vegetables, quilts, gifts, and so much more. It's not touristy - it's a local market and a good size!
Ideal for a rainy day if you are near Deep Creek Lake! They have over 30 glass blowers making stunning Simon Pearce glass. It's about 45 minutes from Fernwalk, but there are plenty of other things to see in that region... Swallow Falls, Deep Creek Lake, the museums in Oakland, etc.
13 locals recommend
Simon Pearce Factory Outlet and Glassblowing
265 Glass Dr
13 locals recommend
Ideal for a rainy day if you are near Deep Creek Lake! They have over 30 glass blowers making stunning Simon Pearce glass. It's about 45 minutes from Fernwalk, but there are plenty of other things to see in that region... Swallow Falls, Deep Creek Lake, the museums in Oakland, etc.

Everything Else

Rent a boat and cruise the lake! ...Go fishing or just explore! Better yet, bring you own boat and use the marina as a boating resource.
9 locals recommend
Yough Lake Marina
140 Marina Dr
9 locals recommend
Rent a boat and cruise the lake! ...Go fishing or just explore! Better yet, bring you own boat and use the marina as a boating resource.
Extra guests? ...Too many for Fernwalk? Consider booking them a room next door and using Fernwalk as your home base for gathering. Breakfast is no longer available for non-B&B guests, however, if guests are booked at both Fernwalk and the B&B, the innkeepers are often able to accommodate the entire group for breakfast if arranged well in advance. This makes Fernwalk an ideal place for a small group event or retreat. Not sure? Message us with your situation and we'll do our best to help!
Hartzell House Bed and Breakfast
728 Main Street
Extra guests? ...Too many for Fernwalk? Consider booking them a room next door and using Fernwalk as your home base for gathering. Breakfast is no longer available for non-B&B guests, however, if guests are booked at both Fernwalk and the B&B, the innkeepers are often able to accommodate the entire group for breakfast if arranged well in advance. This makes Fernwalk an ideal place for a small group event or retreat. Not sure? Message us with your situation and we'll do our best to help!

Sightseeing

Historic Stone Tollhouse on the first National Road in the USA! Open for tours by appointment. And right across from the community park! Ask Beth for Reservation info! http://www.qcol.net/tollhouse/
Petersburg Tollhouse
834 Main St
Historic Stone Tollhouse on the first National Road in the USA! Open for tours by appointment. And right across from the community park! Ask Beth for Reservation info! http://www.qcol.net/tollhouse/
Highest point in Pennsylvania at 3,212 feet - about 1200 feet higher than the elevation at Fernwalk. Not exactly a high peak as you would imagine, but if you climb the tower, the 360 degree view can be spectacular, depending on the weather. There are also hiking trails for the adventurous hikers. Open-toed shoes are not recommended for hiking or birding in that area. If you love nature, it's truly worth exploring!
9 locals recommend
Mount Davis
9 locals recommend
Highest point in Pennsylvania at 3,212 feet - about 1200 feet higher than the elevation at Fernwalk. Not exactly a high peak as you would imagine, but if you climb the tower, the 360 degree view can be spectacular, depending on the weather. There are also hiking trails for the adventurous hikers. Open-toed shoes are not recommended for hiking or birding in that area. If you love nature, it's truly worth exploring!
Drive across the dam and turn around at the boat ramp for a different perspective of Yough Lake and the town of Confluence. Or, put your boat here and go fishing!
Youghiogheny Dam
Drive across the dam and turn around at the boat ramp for a different perspective of Yough Lake and the town of Confluence. Or, put your boat here and go fishing!
The stone arch Casselman River Bridge which served the National Road was completed in 1815. At that time, the river crossing was know as Little Crossings. During the French and Indian War, the river was forded on horseback. When commerce on the National Road began to boom, the briger was built. At 80-feet it was the longest single span stone arch bridge in the country.
11 locals recommend
Casselman River Bridge State Park
10240 National Pike
11 locals recommend
The stone arch Casselman River Bridge which served the National Road was completed in 1815. At that time, the river crossing was know as Little Crossings. During the French and Indian War, the river was forded on horseback. When commerce on the National Road began to boom, the briger was built. At 80-feet it was the longest single span stone arch bridge in the country.
There are three historic covered bridges all within a reasonable drive of each other... Kings, Lower Humbert, and Barronvale. If you appreciate historic architecture and beautiful country roads, a driving tour of the bridges is worth doing. Ask Beth for guidance and/or what else you might visit the same day. She can help you based on your interests.
King's Bridge Covered Bridge
There are three historic covered bridges all within a reasonable drive of each other... Kings, Lower Humbert, and Barronvale. If you appreciate historic architecture and beautiful country roads, a driving tour of the bridges is worth doing. Ask Beth for guidance and/or what else you might visit the same day. She can help you based on your interests.
This covered bridge is the closest, and worth a visit! It's just north of Confluence a few miles. If you have your PA fishing license and enjoy trout fishing, you may want to take your pole.
Lower Humbert Covered Bridge
This covered bridge is the closest, and worth a visit! It's just north of Confluence a few miles. If you have your PA fishing license and enjoy trout fishing, you may want to take your pole.
The third of our three local covered bridges worth visiting - if you appreciate historic structures. At 162 feet 3 inches, it is the longest remaining covered bridge in Somerset County. It's between Fernwalk and Laurel Hill State Park and/or Seven Springs Resort. If you are planning a visit to either location, stop and see this on your way!
Barronvale Covered Bridge
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The third of our three local covered bridges worth visiting - if you appreciate historic structures. At 162 feet 3 inches, it is the longest remaining covered bridge in Somerset County. It's between Fernwalk and Laurel Hill State Park and/or Seven Springs Resort. If you are planning a visit to either location, stop and see this on your way!
Do you like caves? This is a perfect place to visit on a drizzly day or with children. 30 minutes from Fernwalk.
41 locals recommend
Laurel Caverns
1065 Skyline Dr
41 locals recommend
Do you like caves? This is a perfect place to visit on a drizzly day or with children. 30 minutes from Fernwalk.
Fort Necessity National Battlefield is ideal for both history buffs and for a rainy day stop. There is a wealth of information and books on the French and Indian War, on the historic National Road, and on this area in general. And of course, there is a replica of the original fort. It's 20 minutes from Fernwalk.
42 locals recommend
Fort Necessity National Battlefield
National Pike
42 locals recommend
Fort Necessity National Battlefield is ideal for both history buffs and for a rainy day stop. There is a wealth of information and books on the French and Indian War, on the historic National Road, and on this area in general. And of course, there is a replica of the original fort. It's 20 minutes from Fernwalk.

Food Scene

Call for hours! Liquor license. On warm beautiful days, you can have dinner on the back deck overlooking the Casselman River meadow. It's a lovely setting!
11 locals recommend
The Cornucopia Cafe
146 Casselman Rd
11 locals recommend
Call for hours! Liquor license. On warm beautiful days, you can have dinner on the back deck overlooking the Casselman River meadow. It's a lovely setting!
AMAZING CHEESE and WINE! Paring and tasting available by appointment. About 12 minutes or so from Fernwalk. It's not exactly a restaurant or cafe, but it worth visiting if you enjoy cheese!
53 locals recommend
FireFly Farms
309 S Main St
53 locals recommend
AMAZING CHEESE and WINE! Paring and tasting available by appointment. About 12 minutes or so from Fernwalk. It's not exactly a restaurant or cafe, but it worth visiting if you enjoy cheese!
Casual, but top-quality food next to some of the best fishing on the Yough River! In warm weather, dogs are welcome on the pooch-friendly porch. Check their website or Facebook page for current hours and menu. Seasonal hours.
23 locals recommend
Lucky Dog Café
849 River Rd
23 locals recommend
Casual, but top-quality food next to some of the best fishing on the Yough River! In warm weather, dogs are welcome on the pooch-friendly porch. Check their website or Facebook page for current hours and menu. Seasonal hours.
LOVE THE SETTING! Make reservations in advance for a river-view table on the veranda for a romantic dinner date. Watch the water flow gently by, an occasional fly fisherman quiet in the evening mist, the flowers bloom, and hear the birds sing their evening song. The veranda at the River's Edge Cafe is a favorite! And, there is limited space, so reserve early. You can always cancel!
18 locals recommend
River's Edge Cafe Bed & Breakfast
203 Yough St
18 locals recommend
LOVE THE SETTING! Make reservations in advance for a river-view table on the veranda for a romantic dinner date. Watch the water flow gently by, an occasional fly fisherman quiet in the evening mist, the flowers bloom, and hear the birds sing their evening song. The veranda at the River's Edge Cafe is a favorite! And, there is limited space, so reserve early. You can always cancel!
We LOVE this sweet little spot! Inside or out, the Bittersweet Cafe offers something for everyone, including fresh farm to table options. Yummy pastries, soups, sandwiches and more! A lovely wrap-around porch and outdoor gardens makes it a pleasure when the weather is warm. The inside is a pleasure to the sense too!
21 locals recommend
Bittersweet Cafe
205 Farmington-Ohiopyle Rd
21 locals recommend
We LOVE this sweet little spot! Inside or out, the Bittersweet Cafe offers something for everyone, including fresh farm to table options. Yummy pastries, soups, sandwiches and more! A lovely wrap-around porch and outdoor gardens makes it a pleasure when the weather is warm. The inside is a pleasure to the sense too!
Big westerly views - ideal for sunset dining or glass of wine on the veranda.
8 locals recommend
Historic Summit Inn Resort
101 Skyline Dr
8 locals recommend
Big westerly views - ideal for sunset dining or glass of wine on the veranda.
Made-from-scratch foods; including pizzas, sandwiches, soups, salads, pastries & specialty coffees in a clean new building with lots of great reviews! Breakfast, lunch or dinner. Check their website for hours, but it's worth considering!
13 locals recommend
Maywood Grill
2925 National Pike
13 locals recommend
Made-from-scratch foods; including pizzas, sandwiches, soups, salads, pastries & specialty coffees in a clean new building with lots of great reviews! Breakfast, lunch or dinner. Check their website for hours, but it's worth considering!
We've had some good reports on the coffee. And of course, there are sweets. :)
Rustic Joe's Coffee House
4983 National Pike
We've had some good reports on the coffee. And of course, there are sweets. :)
Lunch and dinner; breakfast on weekends. An option for those who prefer more traditional and local foods. Next to the more gourmet and gluten-friendly Cornucopia Cafe that overlooks the meadow. Both restaurants are also next to the Spruce Forest Artisan's Village and the historic Casselman River Bridge.
13 locals recommend
Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop
125 Casselman Rd
13 locals recommend
Lunch and dinner; breakfast on weekends. An option for those who prefer more traditional and local foods. Next to the more gourmet and gluten-friendly Cornucopia Cafe that overlooks the meadow. Both restaurants are also next to the Spruce Forest Artisan's Village and the historic Casselman River Bridge.
25 minutes south in McHenry, but worth the drive, especially if you like locally sourced quality vegetarian, vegan, or beef eater! They have great food, gluten-friendly and vegan options, good beer, and a large venue for music! It's a bit funky, local and artsy. Hours typically 11 am - 10 pm; weekends til 11. For parties of 6 or more, call ahead for a reservation. They may be serving a Sunday brunch. Call for details.
68 locals recommend
MoonShadow
145 Bumble Bee Rd
68 locals recommend
25 minutes south in McHenry, but worth the drive, especially if you like locally sourced quality vegetarian, vegan, or beef eater! They have great food, gluten-friendly and vegan options, good beer, and a large venue for music! It's a bit funky, local and artsy. Hours typically 11 am - 10 pm; weekends til 11. For parties of 6 or more, call ahead for a reservation. They may be serving a Sunday brunch. Call for details.
A bar/restaurant; an easy drive after dark. Mostly bar food, but good portions. You might want to avoid bikers night, or not. Check their website and/or call before going to make sure it's a good night for you.
16 locals recommend
The Stone House Restaurant and Country Inn
3023 National Pike
16 locals recommend
A bar/restaurant; an easy drive after dark. Mostly bar food, but good portions. You might want to avoid bikers night, or not. Check their website and/or call before going to make sure it's a good night for you.
Reliably excellent food at Deep Creek Lake. Lake views off season when the leaves are off the trees. Comfortable. Reservations required. About 30-minutes from Fernwalk.
43 locals recommend
Ace's Run Restaurant & Pub
20160 Garrett Hwy
43 locals recommend
Reliably excellent food at Deep Creek Lake. Lake views off season when the leaves are off the trees. Comfortable. Reservations required. About 30-minutes from Fernwalk.
Fine food and outstanding cocktails with a view of Deep Creek Lake! Can get quite busy any day of the week during the summer, so go early to ensure a seat. They didn't take reservations, but you might want to call in case that has changed. It's one of our favorite spots for vacation atmosphere. 30-minutes from Fernwalk.
Firewater Kitchen & Bar
Fine food and outstanding cocktails with a view of Deep Creek Lake! Can get quite busy any day of the week during the summer, so go early to ensure a seat. They didn't take reservations, but you might want to call in case that has changed. It's one of our favorite spots for vacation atmosphere. 30-minutes from Fernwalk.

Parks & Nature

Ohiopyle State Park is a Pennsylvania state park on 19,052 acres in the lush Laurel Highlands. There are numerous hiking trails, waterfalls, whitewater rafting, fishing, bicycling along the Youghiogheny "Yough" River and other fun things to explore in Ohiopyle State Park. The town of Ohiopyle offer dining and recreational options.
20 locals recommend
Ohiopyle State Park visitor center
124 Main St
20 locals recommend
Ohiopyle State Park is a Pennsylvania state park on 19,052 acres in the lush Laurel Highlands. There are numerous hiking trails, waterfalls, whitewater rafting, fishing, bicycling along the Youghiogheny "Yough" River and other fun things to explore in Ohiopyle State Park. The town of Ohiopyle offer dining and recreational options.
Across the road from Fallingwater is a perfect place to get some exercise in a peaceful natural setting. For those who want a little more, there is an 8.5 mile lightly trafficked loop trail that takes you to an overlook at the Youghiogheny River. A map is available and recommended.
6 locals recommend
Bear Run Nature Reserve
1478 Mill Run Road
6 locals recommend
Across the road from Fallingwater is a perfect place to get some exercise in a peaceful natural setting. For those who want a little more, there is an 8.5 mile lightly trafficked loop trail that takes you to an overlook at the Youghiogheny River. A map is available and recommended.
This 3-mile round trip walk runs along the river up an abandoned rail grade. During whitewater releases, you can walk up to one more more of the rapids and enjoy watching the kayakers come through. Take your swimsuit, a picnic lunch, and enjoy the day!
Kendall Trail
702 Morris Ave
This 3-mile round trip walk runs along the river up an abandoned rail grade. During whitewater releases, you can walk up to one more more of the rapids and enjoy watching the kayakers come through. Take your swimsuit, a picnic lunch, and enjoy the day!
A beautiful not-to-be-missed view! It's a short walk to a rocky overlook. Wear shoes with some grip; it can be slippery. It's not ideal for people who are not steady on their feet, but it's close enough to the parking lot that they can wait. Take your camera!!!
Baughman Rock Overlook
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A beautiful not-to-be-missed view! It's a short walk to a rocky overlook. Wear shoes with some grip; it can be slippery. It's not ideal for people who are not steady on their feet, but it's close enough to the parking lot that they can wait. Take your camera!!!
IF water is being released from Yough Lake, it's worth a drive in to see the flow from the tubes at the base of the dam! Just tell the ranger at the window you are simply driving back to look. It can be quite impressive!!! Another fun thing to do is literally drive over the top of the dam. You need to go up RT #281 just a little farther to turn into the road to the dam. Drive across the dam to the boat ramp.
Outflow Camping Area
1579 Mae West Rd
IF water is being released from Yough Lake, it's worth a drive in to see the flow from the tubes at the base of the dam! Just tell the ranger at the window you are simply driving back to look. It can be quite impressive!!! Another fun thing to do is literally drive over the top of the dam. You need to go up RT #281 just a little farther to turn into the road to the dam. Drive across the dam to the boat ramp.
Fishing from your canoe or small boat? Consider putting in at Mill Run. If your lucky, you might even see a Black Bear swim across the lake around this area. We know someone who did!
Mill Run Recreation Area
Fishing from your canoe or small boat? Consider putting in at Mill Run. If your lucky, you might even see a Black Bear swim across the lake around this area. We know someone who did!
For rail-to-trail cyclists or walkers! The closest access to Fernwalk is at Harnedsville, only 6 miles down the road at the Casselman River. We love riding the GAP Trail up river, crossing numerous bridges and going through the Pinkerton Tunnel. If you are fit, you might be able to make it to Rockwood for lunch, or even further... the Meyersdale viaduct. Coming back is a gentle downhill grade, so it helps for the return. You can also leave from Confluence and when you get back, have lunch or dinner and a beer at the Lucky Dog Cafe or a more elegant ending at the River's Edge Cafe.
GAP Trail Access - Fort Hill
135 Sechler Rd
For rail-to-trail cyclists or walkers! The closest access to Fernwalk is at Harnedsville, only 6 miles down the road at the Casselman River. We love riding the GAP Trail up river, crossing numerous bridges and going through the Pinkerton Tunnel. If you are fit, you might be able to make it to Rockwood for lunch, or even further... the Meyersdale viaduct. Coming back is a gentle downhill grade, so it helps for the return. You can also leave from Confluence and when you get back, have lunch or dinner and a beer at the Lucky Dog Cafe or a more elegant ending at the River's Edge Cafe.
Great fishing, hiking, and lots of birds and wildlife! It's a beautiful park. The lake is a beauty and a perfect place to picnic or spend the day relaxing.
82 locals recommend
Laurel Hill State Park
1454 Laurel Hill Park Rd
82 locals recommend
Great fishing, hiking, and lots of birds and wildlife! It's a beautiful park. The lake is a beauty and a perfect place to picnic or spend the day relaxing.

Arts & Culture

Local artisan's each have their own historic log cabin next to the historic stone arch Casselman River Bridge. Sadly, the many tall spruce trees were destroyed in a high wind a year ago and the village is still recovering. It's a wonderful place to explore rain or shine and they need your support more than ever. There is something for everyone here... from world-class bird carving, to weaving, painting, pottery, and much more!
12 locals recommend
Spruce Forest Artisan Village
177 Casselman Rd
12 locals recommend
Local artisan's each have their own historic log cabin next to the historic stone arch Casselman River Bridge. Sadly, the many tall spruce trees were destroyed in a high wind a year ago and the village is still recovering. It's a wonderful place to explore rain or shine and they need your support more than ever. There is something for everyone here... from world-class bird carving, to weaving, painting, pottery, and much more!