Accessible Location Cumberland Valley is the hub of the Gettysburg, Hershey and Lancaster region with connections via Interstate 81, I-83, I-76 and US 11/15. We’re conveniently located just minutes from Harrisburg International Airport and Amtrak, and within two to three hours of every major city on the Northeast Corridor including New York, Philadelphia, D.C. and Baltimore. Accommodations Our lodging ranges from charming bed & breakfasts to modern full-service hotels. Reconnect Outdoors The Valley offers hundreds of miles of trails in three state parks for the whole family to explore. Uncover the rolling hills and scenic landscape of the Valley while hiking, biking or horseback riding on the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail or enjoy the lakeside beach at Laurel Lake, where you can swim, kayak and boat. World Renowned Car Shows Discover your need for speed at the famed Carlisle Events auto shows, where over 500,000 attendees come from across the world to admire new and classic vehicles, including the eminent Corvette show and parade. Pit stops along the way include Williams Grove Speedway and the Rolls Royce Museum. Cumberland Valley Beer Trail Tap, tour, and try a pint on the beer trail, where you’ll find the Revolutionary War- themed Molly Pitcher Brewing Company, with a variety of different tastes and flavors. Other brew destinations include Market Cross Pub & Brewery, Appalachian Brewing Company, and Al’s of Hampden, offering 100+ craft beer options. Step Back in Time In between the tree- lined streets of historic downtown Carlisle is where you’ll find history on display, including the story of Olympic athlete Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School at the Cumberland County Historical Society. You’ll also discover the monument to the well- known Revolutionary War heroine, Molly Pitcher. Authentic Artisans The Cumberland Valley is home to many uniquely-talented artisans with work available throughout the region. Find diverse and award-winning galleries, exhibits, wood workings and one-of-a-kind crafted items. You’ll be sure to leave inspired and with a memento of your Valley excursion. BOILING SPRINGS · CAMP HILL · CARLISLE · ENOLA · LEMOYNE · MECHANICSBURG NEW CUMBERLAND · NEWVILLE · SHIPPENSBURG · WORMLEYSBURG Crystal Hunt Old Courthouse, Carlisle #FoundItInCV
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Accessible LocationCumberland Valley is the hub of the Gettysburg, Hershey and Lancaster region with connections via Interstate 81, I-83, I-76 and US 11/15. We’re conveniently located just minutes from Harrisburg International Airport and Amtrak, and within two to three hours of every major city on the Northeast Corridor including New York, Philadelphia, D.C. and Baltimore.
AccommodationsOur lodging ranges from charming bed & breakfasts to modern full-service hotels.
Reconnect OutdoorsThe Valley offers hundreds of miles of trails in three state parks for the whole family to explore. Uncover the rolling hills and scenic landscape of the Valley while hiking, biking or horseback riding on the Cumberland Valley Rail Trail or enjoy the lakeside beach at Laurel Lake, where you can swim, kayak and boat.
World Renowned Car ShowsDiscover your need for speed at the famed Carlisle Events auto shows, where over 500,000 attendees come from across the world to admire new and classic vehicles, including the eminent Corvette show and parade. Pit stops along the way include Williams Grove Speedway and the Rolls Royce Museum.
Cumberland Valley Beer Trail Tap, tour, and try a pint on the beer trail, where you’ll fi nd the Revolutionary War-themed Molly Pitcher Brewing Company, with a variety of different tastes and fl avors. Other brew destinations include Market Cross Pub & Brewery, Appalachian Brewing Company, and Al’s of Hampden, offering 100+ craft beer options.
Step Back in Time In between the tree-lined streets of historic downtown Carlisle is where you’ll fi nd history on display, including the story of Olympic athlete Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School at the Cumberland County Historical Society. You’ll also discover the monument to the well-known Revolutionary War heroine, Molly Pitcher.
Authentic ArtisansThe Cumberland Valley is home to many uniquely-talented artisans with work available throughout the region. Find diverse and award-winning galleries, exhibits, wood workings and one-of-a-kind crafted items. You’ll be sure to leave inspired and with a memento of your Valley excursion.
Only in the ValleyFind out why Mike Rowe’s Discovery Channel show “Dirty Jobs” featured Meadowbrooke Gourds. Take a tour of the world’s largest gourd-crafting company to see how they grow them, clean them and turn them into works-of-art.
The Cumberland Valley is where you’ll fi nd the midway point of the 2,189 mile Appalachian Trail, where thru-hikers celebrate by competing in the half-gallon ice cream challenge. The nearby AT Museum is the only museum in the country dedicated to hiking with exhibits, displays, and an indoor hiker lounge. The U.S. Army Heritage & Education Center offers a glimpse into the life of a soldier with the indoor Soldier Experience Exhibit, along with a one-mile outdoor Army Heritage Trail, featuring exhibits and military machinery. The center is also the premier historical research facility for the U.S. Army.
For more information contact the Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau at 717-240-7190.
Diverse Culinary Experiences• Downtown Carlisle offers over 30 unique dining spots within four blocks that span the globe for inspirational fl avors and styles.
• The Valley is a mecca for fresh foods and locally-produced items. Shop at local farmer’s markets, including the 60,000 sq. ft. West Shore Farmers Market.
• Scenic waterfront restaurants offer views of the sparkling Susquehanna River and the city skyline. These hot spot locations include large decks and distinct menu options.
• Enjoy fresh-picked fun at local orchards no matter what the season grows. There are also a number of u-pick opportunities for fresh fruits, fl owers, veggies and more.
• Immerse yourself into chocolate paradise at one of the only Lindt Chocolate Factory Outlets in the United States.
Fly-fi shers converge on the Valley’s famous streams, including LeTort Spring Run, which is one of the fi nest limestone trout streams in the nation. This iconic stream was included on the fi rst episode of “50 Places to Fly-Fish Before You Die” television show.
The Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet is a nationally and internationally recognized school of classical ballet, headquartered in Carlisle. The CPYB welcomes students from across the globe to learn the craft and display their abilities at performances throughout the year.
Enjoy national touring acts and broadway performances, festivals and concerts throughout the year in the Cumberland Valley. Popular annual events include Jubilee Day, McLain Celtic Festival, Carlisle Summerfair, Shippensburg Corn Festival, Foundry Day and Uprise Festival.
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