Pennsylvania's industrial past and revitalized present come together in the counties of Columbia and Montour. During the iron boom of the 19th century, this area prospered as one of the country's iron and anthracite capitals. This expansion brought about great affluence, and the mansions and foundries built during the Industrial Revolution still stand. Today, they provide a unique architectural setting for the renaissance that the small towns of Bloomsburg and Danville are experiencing.

Framed by the Appalachian Mountains and the Susquehanna River, the area's stunning natural beauty contradicts its history as a manufacturing center. The vast amounts of open space and abundant greenery are probably what visitors will notice first, and with good reason. To the northeast lies the vast Ricketts Glen State Park and its 13,000 acres of pristine wilderness; meanwhile other, smaller natural preserves are found within the county borders and offer up world-class fishing, miles of hiking, and skiing trails. Weiser State Forest-Roaring Creek Tract is located in southern Columbia County and has recently re-established 4 miner’s paths from the 19^th and early 20^th centuries.  Miners traveled daily across the valley to and from the mines near the village of Natalie to work.  Along with these paths, other trails exist that are fairly flat and excellent for running, hiking and biking.  It also features 3 separate reservoirs, totaling 276 acres, for fishing and boating.  

Even Bloomsburg's town park is a gem. And opportunities for antiquing and gallery hopping will amuse anyone with an eye for art.

Simply exploring by car is a delight. The country roads that trace their way through Columbia and Montour Counties encounter countless streams, crossed by 25 covered bridges! Regardless of whether you're a birder in search of migrating waterfowl or an antique hunter scouring the countryside for that one treasure, the unspoiled counties of Columbia and Montour provide a near-perfect weekend experience!