Get inspired by our 5 top activities to enjoy in January in Bloomsburg, PA. You might think of January as the “off-season” for many places, but not at The Inn at Turkey Hill! There is always something to do in our neck of the woods, no matter the weather or time of year. So start dreaming of the first month of the new year and plan to try snow tubing, winter hiking, ice fishing, or simply staying cozy at the inn!
1. Explore Winter Waterfalls
Waterfalls are gorgeous year-round, but they take on a different sense of beauty in the winter. Experienced ice climbers and hikers will love the opportunity to hike to Ganoga Falls at Rickets Glen State Park. This beautiful natural wonder is only 25 minutes from the inn. Please note that the state park requires all hikers and climbers to check in and out with the park office during winter.
2. Get a Hot Drink and Drive to See Covered Bridges
If going out in the cold isn’t your idea of fun, why not go for a cozy drive through the Pennsylvania countryside? Columbia-Montour counties are known for their covered bridges, and we think you’ll love how they look against the gorgeous winter backdrop. Get your favorite warm beverage and hunt to find your favorite bridge!
3. Go Ice Fishing
Ice fishing at Lake Chillisquaque at the Montour Preserve is just 25 minutes from the inn and is full of naturally reproducing yellow perch, northern pike, walleye, and many other fish species. The Montour Preserve also offers cross-country skiing, hiking, birding, and photography opportunities — just to name a few!
4. Spend the Day on the Slopes
Avoid the crowds at ski resorts by staying with us at the Inn at Turkey Hill. We’re about an hour’s drive from Jack Frost, Big Boulder, Camelback, and Sno Mountain.
When you’re cold and tired from an adventurous day on the slopes, you can return to your warm, cozy room and enjoy on-site dining at the Turkey Hill Brewing Company.
5. Visit one of Pennsylvania’s Abandoned Places
Visiting one of Pennsylvania’s abandoned places is an incredibly unique experience.
- A 50-minute drive from the inn will bring you to Celestia, the abandoned site of an 1850s settlement led by Peter Armstrong. Driven to be ready for the end times, Armstrong created a community of like-minded followers who sought to create a new city where people could commune with the divine and enter the afterlife without experiencing death.
- A second abandoned place near the inn is the Bunkers of Alvira. During WWII, the U.S. government seized the village of Alvira to create the Pennsylvania Ordnance Works. Today, you can still see bunkers that housed munitions during this tumultuous time in American history.
We love sharing local attractions and activities to enjoy in January with our guests and showcasing all the excellent experiences you can have near our inn in Bloomsburg, PA. Start planning a fantastic winter getaway that leaves you feeling warm and bright! Check availability and book.
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