Each season in Cumberland Valley offers a wide range of experiences, but this region truly shines in the
fall with festivals, food, foliage, and more. Whether you’re seeking a breathtaking view, want to recharge on a quiet trail, see dazzling fall colors, enjoy delicious craft beverages, or attend a fun-filled festival, Cumberland Valley invites you to savor the season.
Celebrate the Season at Local Festivals
From juried craft shows to Halloween celebrations, fall in Cumberland Valley is bursting with downtown
community celebrations featuring food, drinks, entertainment, and fine arts. Visiting the Valley’s parks or area attractions will immerse you in festivals centered around pumpkins, apples, sunflowers, and more. Each festival feels like a chance to experience small-town charm at its best.
Hike, Watch & Wonder
With over 200 miles of trails, Cumberland Valley offers something for every type of explorer, and sweater weather makes it even more enjoyable. Find solitude as you leisurely walk along trails illuminated by stunning fall foliage or challenge yourself with a more difficult hike that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Cumberland Valley. Combine hiking, scenic vistas, and bird watching by visiting Waggoner’s Gap Hawk Watch, one of Pennsylvania’s top spots to observe fall hawk migration. Other recommended trails include the White Rocks Trail, the Pole Steeple Trail in Pine Grove Furnace State Park, and the Flat Rock Trail in Colonel Denning State Park. Discover more options with 10 Overlooks: Year-Round Views of Cumberland Valley to immerse yourself in unforgettable views and the rhythm of nature.
Trails That Tell a Story
Discover Cumberland Valley one trail at a time. Sip your way through the Beer Trail, featuring more than
25 breweries, wineries, and distilleries. Capture the region’s beauty with the Picture Perfect Trail or step
back in time with the Carlisle History Walk. Seasonally, satisfy your sweet tooth on the Ice Cream Trail
(Memorial Day through Labor Day) and the Coffee & Chocolate Trail (January through May). Each trail
offers a unique perspective of the region’s treasures and promises a rewarding adventure. Sign up for
each free passport, check in at participating locations, and earn prizes.
Farm Fresh Adventures
Fall is the perfect season to discover unique farm attractions and experiences that showcase Cumberland Valley’s rich agricultural heritage. Pick the perfect pumpkin, wander through a corn maze, or visit a local market for farm-fresh produce. Don’t miss Meadowbrooke Gourds’ sunflower fields or their gourd-making tour. Paulus Farm Market is a top spot for farm animals, family fun, hayrides, and pumpkin picking. Schedule a tour at Destiny Dairy Bar or visit their market for delicious A2-flavored milk and ice cream. These authentic experiences connect you to the land and the people who call Cumberland Valley home.
Order your free visitor guide or explore more at VisitCumberlandValley.com.