Attractions and Places To See around Cornwall - Top 7

Cornwall offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, running, and road cycling. You can explore extensive trail networks like the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail, which is an 18-mile crushed limestone path, or the more than 20 miles of hiking trails within the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area. For more structured activities, consider the running trails around Cornwall or road cycling routes.

Yes, the area features historical sites such as the Ruins along Elder's Run Trail. These are the remains of a home and springhouse built in the 1930s, offering an interesting landmark along the trail. The Lebanon Valley Rail Trail itself is built on the old rail bed of the Cornwall & Lebanon Railroad, which once served the region's iron mines.

Nature enthusiasts can explore the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area, spanning approximately 6,000 acres with diverse wildlife, including waterfowl and grassland-nesting birds. Another option is Clarence Schock Park at Governor Dick, an 1100-acre natural area with diverse animal and bird species, and an observation tower for panoramic views.

Absolutely. The Lebanon Valley Rail Trail is suitable for families, being mostly off-road and crushed limestone. The Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area is also family-friendly, offering trails and wildlife viewing. For summer fun, Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach provides a sandy beach, recreation lawn, snack bar, and picnic area.

For swimming and lakeside relaxation, visit Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach on Lake Conewago. It features a sandy beach, a recreation lawn, a snack bar, and a picnic area, open to the public during the summer months for a daily fee.

Yes, Clarence Schock Park at Governor Dick is a dog-friendly location, offering hiking, biking, and horse trails across its 1100 acres. It's a great spot to enjoy the outdoors with your canine companion.

The Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area is particularly special from mid-February to early March when up to 200,000 snow geese and thousands of tundra swans stop over during their annual migration. This offers a spectacular display of nature.

You can find a range of hiking trails, from easy to difficult. For easy hikes, consider routes like the Speedwell Forge County Park loop or the Governor Dick Hill loop. More challenging options include the Observation Tower loop from Mount Gretna. You can find more details on these and other trails in the Easy hikes around Cornwall guide.

There are several running trails available, including difficult routes like the Observation Tower loop from Mount Gretna or the Duck Pond loop from Cornwall. For more options, refer to the Running Trails around Cornwall guide.

Yes, Cornwall offers road cycling routes. Examples include the moderate Duck Pond loop from Lebanon or the more challenging Cornwall Iron Furnace – Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach loop. Explore more options in the Road Cycling Routes around Cornwall guide.

Mt. Gretna Lake & Beach provides a sandy beach, a recreation lawn, a snack bar, and a picnic area, all spread over eight acres adjacent to Lake Conewago. It's open to the public in the summer months for a daily fee.

The Lebanon Valley Rail Trail is unique as an 18-mile crushed limestone trail built on the old rail bed of the Cornwall & Lebanon Railroad. It offers a mostly off-road experience, making it popular for walking, running, and cycling.