ATTRACTIONS & TOURISM
A snow emergency has been declared due to anticipated extreme cold, snow and ice. Please stay safe, home if possible and say a prayer for our first responders and plow drivers. If you live in New Bethlehem or other Boroughs please try to park off street so crews can clear the streets. Heaviest snow may be on Sunday afternoon. Be safe!
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The following lovely post honors a generous and hard working Dan Bowser from the Summerville, Pennsylvania Story Project · Colleen Hummel Cooney. Dan made some wonderful contributions to the history of Summerville and the trail.
Rest In Peace, Dan! We had the time of our lives! Thank You Dan Bowser, Martha Smith, Joyce Aaron, and Bertha Reitz for taking us on a wonderful journey!
The Summerville Story Project brought a group of Summervillians together to put together a history book, (Troy/Summerville Pennsylvania), which was a great success.
Dan had lot more projects that got behind along with our group that resulted in history sign panels scattered around town, renovating the school bell enclosure, a pavilion and a LEF&C Caboose at the old Summerville Railroad Station site along the Redbank Valley Trails Association Trail.
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Consider participating in the 2026 Leader Vindicator Reader’s Choice Awards. Vote under Entertainment and Nonprofits for RVTA! Be sure to share with your friends to vote once per day until Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. The trail and RVTA appreciate the publicity.
You can vote here:
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Cloudy skies early will become partly cloudy later in the day. A few flurries or snow showers possible. High 32F. Winds WSW at 15 to 25 mph..0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Please consider voting for Redbank Valley Trails in the Leader Vindicator's Reader's Choice Awards contest which runs until Feb. 6th. You can vote everyday. You can find RVT under the Entertainment and Nonprofit categories. Winning may help promote the trail and our local newspaper. The Leader Vindicator produces the annual Trail Guide which promotes the trail.
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Clarion man appointed to fill county auditor vacancy By RON WILSHIRE L-V Correspondent 6 hrs ago CLARION – The long road to install a third Clarion County auditor came to an end at the start of the ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🍯✨ Discover the Sweet Side of New Bethlehem! ✨🍯
Have you seen New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania featured as one of the most charming under-the-radar travel spots? In his engaging piece for Islands.com, travel writer Robert Isenberg highlights the town’s vibrant Peanut Butter Festival, cozy boutiques, outdoor adventure, and welcoming small-town spirit.
📍 From a lively three-day Peanut Butter Festival with a parade, classic car cruise, 5K race, food vendors, crafters, and fireworks in Gumtown Park, to strolling Broad Street’s local shops and eateries like Evermoore’s Restaurant or Valley Flowers & Gifts, there’s something fun for every visitor.
🚴♂️ Love the outdoors? Saddle up for the scenic Redbank Valley Trail along Redbank Creek or kayak the beautiful waters nearby.
🍃 Whether you’re planning a fall weekend getaway or a year-round escape, New Bethlehem’s blend of community pride, quirky festivals, and nature makes it a must-visit.
👉 Read the full story and start planning your visit: www.islands.com/2070835/new-bethlehem-pennsylvania-under-the-radar-charming-shops-peanut-butter-f...
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Enjoy a gigantic peanut butter festival, dive into charming local boutiques, and get out into nature in New Bethlehem, a tiny town northeast of Pittsburgh.1 CommentComment on Facebook
Update: The Brick House B&B still has cabins and the tree house but the main house is no longer a B&B, but there are several other B&Bs near the trail: Trail Side Stay and the Inn at New Bethlehem Town Center at the intersection of the trail and Wood Street, the Avalon Guest House at mile 6 in Lawsonham, and others. Check the trail website for updates.
NOTICE: The search for the missing person has been cancelled by the family. It may be rescheduled for a later date.
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PA State Police and the family of Brandon Franklin, who has been reported missing for a few weeks, are looking for help to join a search party on Sunday morning, January 11, 2026, at 8:30 AM starting from the New Bethlehem trail head between Lafayette and Wood Street and walking downstream toward St. Charles.
If you go off the 66-100 foot trail corridor, note that trail property usually does not extend to the creek and private property may be posted for no trespassing. Exercise caution and watch for possible illegal animal traps especially on the creek side. Ticks are also prevalent. Please use a light to go through the Climax Tunnel.
Motorized vehicles are not permitted on the trail especially now that snow and rain have made the trail soft and vehicles could damage the trail surface.
Parking is available at the New Bethlehem trail head, Liberty Street, Lumber Road by the Penn Dot yard, at the Climax Tunnel on the west side, and at St. Charles.
The family appreciates your help.
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NOTICE: The search has been cancelled by the family. It may be rescheduled for a later date.
My cousin Brandon was just found. He passed away. Please keep our family in your prayers.
What does the person look like ? Walked that section Thursday
RVT follows these same rules but with a 15 MPH speed limit due to curves and steep drop offs to the creek.
Did you know? E-bikes are welcome on DCNR trails that are open to traditional bikes (with certain requirements)! ⚡
Ride safe: maintain safe speeds, yield to other users, obey signage, and don't forget your helmet!
Learn more about using e-bikes on DCNR trails ⤵️
Find the full e-bike policy: www.pa.gov/.../rec.../what-to-do/biking/ebike-policy
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*Real* ebikes, that is, no power assist unless you're pedaling. 15mph, not 20. These ebikes can happily coexist on the trail.
So happy these rules are being posted. I have almost been ran over by people using throttle only riding like a motorcycle
Not a fan.
Happy New Year to all!
Brrrr. It's cold outside but volunteers have been out clearing trees and limbs on the trail that fell from the high winds but there's more to do. If you have any information or photos of fallen trees, please report them with their location here on FB or at [email protected]. If you're out for a walk and pick up limbs, please toss them to the creek side so they're not blocking drainage ditches.
With snow falling and more in the forecast, please remember to not walk in set ski tracks so those who enjoy cross-country skiing can enjoy the trip back after setting track. Thanks and stay warm.
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What sections of the trail are in good shape for XC skiing? We’d be coming from Pittsburgh.
On it today. HNY to all.
Also out for a last day hike.Headed up the Baker Trail south of Heathville but passed by the icicle gallery on the way.
Our volunteers do our best to keep the trail in good shape. Right now, we're working on resurfacing the crushed limestone surface over many of our 51 miles originally done between 2010 and 2019. As the crushed limestone seeds in, washes or blows away it leaves the large rough railroad ballast exposed. To keep the trail surface smooth we're putting on another layer of crushed limestone. Between trucking and material costs it's a lot more expensive than when the trail was first developed. Your donations will help us keep the trail in good shape. Thanks for your support.
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Explore attractions & tourism in the New Bethlehem area and Redbank Valley community, including the New Bethlehem Town Center (visitors center, art gallery, history museum, etc.), Redbank Valley Trail, Redbank Valley Creek, Redbank Valley Municipal Park and more! The Redbank Valley is a great place to enjoy hunting, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, camping etc. See ‘Attractions links‘ on this page.
Redbank Valley Trails Association
301 Broad Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.275.3421
E: [email protected]
W: www.RedbankValleyTrails.org
Redbank Valley Municipal Park
137 Park Roud
Fairmount City, PA 16224
P: 814.365.5924
E: [email protected]
W: www.RedbankPark.com
Gumtown Memorial Park
Water Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.229.7285
Paul’s Pumpkin Patch
175 Marks Ln.
Fairmount City, PA 16224
P: 814.365.5161
Redbank Valley Outfitters
123 Camp Road
Adrian, PA 16210
P: 814.229.3621
W: www.RedbankValleyOutfitters.com
Multipurpose Court & Boat Launch
Water Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.275.2003
E: [email protected]
W: www.NewBethlehemBoro.com
Brick House Bed & Breakfast
595 Oak Ridge Rd.
Oak Ridge, PA 16245
P: 814.227.3567
E: [email protected]
W: www.BrickhouseBandB.com
Hunters Moon Lodge Bed & Breakfast
4365 Climax Rd.
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.275.3153
E: [email protected]
W: www.HuntersMoonLodgeBandB.com