Location-N-Things To Do
1.5 hours south of Pittsburgh, PA and 25 minutes north of Morgantown, WV.
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The Place |
Why it’s Kool |
| Aveda Spa |
Nationally known spa offering a complete set of hair, face and body services. Atrimezia Salon: 50 Birch Hollow Road, Morgantown, WV - 304-594-0146. 9 miles. |
| Falling Water |
Franklin Lloyd Wright’s famous architectural creation. Route 381 South, Mill Run, PA - 724-329-8501. 29 miles. |
| Kentuck Knob |
Another of Franklin Lloyd Wright’s famous architectural creations. 640 Ohiopyle Chalk Hill Road, Chalk Hill, PA - 724-329-1901. 14.2 miles. |
| Friendship Hill National Historic Site |
The home of diplomat Albert Gallatin and a National Park. Take in the history, hiking, and picnicking. 233 New Geneva Road, Point Marion, PA - 724-725-9190. 7.6 miles. |
| Nemacolin Woodlands Resort and Spa |
Oodles to do: Golf, polo, shooting school, Hummer obstacle course, ski resort and restaurants. 1001 Lafayette Drive, Farmington, PA. 800-422-2736. 18.7 miles. |
| Fort Necessity National Battlefield |
George Washington’s chosen site for a fort used to defend the western frontier while planning his assault on the French at Fort Duquesne. 1 Washington Parkway, Farmington, PA - 724-329-5512. 17.2 miles. |
| Jumonville Glenn |
The site at which George Washington, supported by a band of native American warriors, assaulted a contingency of French soldiers to, arguably, initiate the French and Indian War. 724-329-2013. |
| Laurel Caverns Geological Park |
The Laurel Caverns are a network of approximately 50 miles of caves, and other spelunking favorites. Laurel Caverns is staffed with professional guides experienced and equipped to provide you with a breath taking underground experience. 200 Cavern Road, Farmington, PA - 800-515-4150. 9.4 miles. |
| Woodland Zoo and More |
The Woodland Zoo provides easy access to a variety of exotic and native animal species. 3400 National Park, Farmington, PA - 724-329-8664. 18.3 miles. |
| Ohiopyle State Park |
For those looking for high-action, adrenalin pumping excitement, Ohiopyle white water rafting is among the area's popular locations. Also provides camping, hiking, biking, picnicking, horseback riding, fishing, and snowmobiling. 171 Dinnerbell Road, Farmington PA - 800-422-2736. 23.8 miles. |
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Bike Trails |
Two first rate bike trail venues are nearby: Youghiogheny River Bike Trail, and the Monongahela River Bike Trail. The Yougiogheny River Bike Trail starts at the Youghiogheny Lake Dam, and winds through Ohiopyle State Park (23.8 miles from JKFarm), State Game Lands and Connellsville, providing breath taking views and a variety of terrains. The Monongahela River Bike Trail begins at the Morgantown, West Virginia amphitheatre (at the river's edge) and winds through downtown Morgantown, proceeding north along the river to Point Marion, PA. Each route offers lots of exercise, great views and access to dining and shopping. |
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Skiing |
Two first rate ski resorts exist within a one-hour drive: Seven Springs, and Wisp. Each resort offers hundreds of acres of trails, accommodating all skill levels. |
Golf |
Duck Hollow Golf Club
- 347 Duck Hollow Road, Uniontown, PA - 724-439-3150. 8.8 miles. |
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West Virginia University is within 30 minutes of JKFarm. Go WVU! |