

Autumn leaves transform this riverside town into a kaleidoscope of color during its festival. Cook Forest State Park beckons with ancient trees and pristine streams where trails wind through cathedral-like forests. The historic courthouse stands proudly on the National Register, while Pennsylvania Western University brings youthful energy to Main Street. Catch performances at Hart Chapel Theatre or browse local history at the Sutton-Ditz House Museum. After exploring Helen Furnace State Park, sample craft beers at Clarion River Brewing Company as locals share tales of oil and lumber booms. The Clarion River offers peaceful kayaking adventures, perfect for spotting wildlife before enjoying dinner at one of the family-owned restaurants that have fed generations.

