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The Top 20 Natural Monuments in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 20

beautiful natural monuments in Pennsylvania. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: November 27, 2025

Devil's Pool

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Among the most well-liked swimming spots in the region, this area, although swimming is technically prohibited, earned its name from the Leni Lenape people. They held the belief that this …

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National Memorial Arch

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the southern entrance of valley forge your going to pass it on your way between the Chester Valley Trail and the Schuylkill River Trail.

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Point State Park

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Point State Park, colloquially known as The Point, spans 36 acres in Downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA. Positioned at the meeting point of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers, forming …

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Buttermilk Falls

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Buttermilk Falls is one of many falls that can be seen along the Lehigh Trail, which is a section of the 165-mile D&L Trail.

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Raymondskill Falls

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A ladder of falls, some easily accessible via a well maintained trail, other require a short hike on unmarked trails (just follow trail Komoot is showing).

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Cook Forest State Park

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Cook Forest State Park cover 8,500 acres and protects some of Northwestern Pennsylvania's last remaining old growth forests. The Forest Cathedral section of hemlock and white pines is a National …

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White Cliffs of Conoy

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The White Cliffs of Conoy are a must-see. They sit nearly 30 feet above the riverbank and are the residue of a local limestone and dolomite quarry in the 1800's. The cliffs afford grand views of the Susquehanna River.

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Red Waterfall

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This is a good place to take a break on a hot day, as the waterfall produces cold wind.
DO NOT DRINK this water, It is from an acid mine and the red-orange color comes from iron and rust.

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Pulpit Rock Viewpoint

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To reach this point, you'll gain about 600 feet of elevation in a little less than a miles, making it a challenging hike. The last section includes some rocky points, …

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Dingmans Falls

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Dingmans Falls is arguably one of the most scenic waterfalls in the area. The trail to reach here is mostly boardwalk, with some stairs at the end.

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The Top 20 Natural Monuments in Pennsylvania

Devil's Pool

National Memorial Arch

Point State Park

Buttermilk Falls

Raymondskill Falls

Cook Forest State Park

White Cliffs of Conoy

Red Waterfall

Pulpit Rock Viewpoint

Dingmans Falls

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