History
Walk the only Northern town burned in the Civil War, tour the 1818 Old Jail, and trace the Underground Railroad through the valley.
History & heritage →
South-Central Pennsylvania
From the trails of Michaux State Forest to the brick storefronts of downtown Chambersburg — Franklin County is a weekend of history, forest, and farm-table cooking, all within a tank of gas.
Explore
Walk the only Northern town burned in the Civil War, tour the 1818 Old Jail, and trace the Underground Railroad through the valley.
History & heritage →
85,000 acres of Michaux State Forest, the Appalachian Trail overhead, and cold mountain streams for trout, paddling, and long ridge hikes.
Trails & forest →
Farm-to-table kitchens, roadside orchard stands, a Saturday farmers market, and a growing trail of local wineries, cideries, and breweries.
Eat & drink local →What's on
Where to stay
Restored farmhouse inns, historic downtown hotels, and quiet cabins tucked along the forest edge — Franklin County keeps you close to the trail and the table alike.
Find your stay →