We all have our favorite ways to relax, including spending time by, in, and on the water. Embrace the ultimate relaxation with a day at this lush state park. Start your day with a boat tour near Pittsburgh that promises picture-perfect scenery. Then, spend a few hours on the sandy beach, go for a swim, or hike around the lake.
Roll down the windows; turn up the tunes, and journey 45 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh to Moraine Start, a virtual playground for outdoor enthusiasts.
Perhaps the gem of the sprawling state park, Lake Arthur beckons water lovers with its many opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and swimming.
Or, you can set off on an insightful tour of the shimmering lake aboard a 37-seat pontoon boat that...
...features a roof to shade you from the sun's rays and to protect you from the raindrops on those stormy days. (Ten passengers must reserve a spot for a cruise to set sail.)
Settle back in your seat for the 1.5-hour tour, lead by a seasoned captain and first mate, who offer a glimpse into the history of Moraine State Park and Lake Arthur.
Scenic tours are available through September, and a Halloween cruise is set for late October. Specialty cruises and dinner cruises also set sail throughout the season.
Tickets for scenic pontoon boat tours cost $14 for adults, $12 for senior citizens (62 years and older), and $7 for children between two and 12 years.
Address: 225 Pleasant Valley Road, Portersville, PA, 16051
Click here for the official website of Moraine Preservation Fund. Or, go here for Facebook.
Do you have a favorite scenic boat tour in or near Pittsburgh? Tell us about it in the comments! For an unforgettable boat tour closer to home, embark on a cruise with the Gateway Clipper Fleet. Click here to read more.
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