Picture snow covered pines, a white-blanketed ground dotted with pawprints from the various creatures roaming the area. It seems as though you would be staring into a Norman Rockwell sketch from long ago, however you would be standing right in the midst of McConnell’s Mill State Park in northwestern Pennsylvania. Winter is the perfect time to grab your camera and head out for a hike. The quiet paths, the soft falling snow and all within a short drive. McConnell’s Mill is located just outside of Butler, PA in Lawrence County. After your walk in a winter wonderland you can shop and dine in some at some of PA’s most quaint attractions. But don’t take my word for it, visit McConnell’s Mill to find out for yourself.

Photo courtesty of Paul Vladuchick @ Flickr.