Scenic Views from Tidioute Overlook
Tidioute Overlook is located just a half-mile outside of town on Route 337. With two lookouts offering beautiful views, one of the river and the other of the Town of Tidioute! Our overlook offers the complete package with parking, picnic areas with tables and grills, and restroom facilities all available. This is one stop you don't want to miss!
TROUT FISHING GUIDE
The trout stocking schedules are now available online. To search for locations and dates go to www.fishandboat.com, click on the link for Trout Stocking Schedules, select a county, enter start and end dates, then press “Go.”
For more informaiton, please click the link below.
https://www.fishandboat.com/Fish/PennsylvaniaFishes/Trout/Pages/TroutSeasonOverview.aspx
BASS FISHING GUIDE
Recently the folks at yourbassguy.com developed a 5,000-word manual that covers everything you could possibly ever want to know about bass fishing, whether you're a beginner or an expert fisherman. You can check it out here: https://anglers.com/bass/bass-fishing-tips/.
Coty Perry
YourBassGuy
Managing Editor
2025 Fishing Licenses, Permits, and Gift Vouchers on Sale December 1!
HARRISBURG, Pa. (December 1) – A year’s worth of angling adventure awaits when you purchase your 2025 Pennsylvania fishing license, permits, or gift vouchers -- on sale today!
Beginning December 1, 2024, fishing licenses, permits, and vouchers for the upcoming 2025 season can be purchased through the HuntFishPA online portal on the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) website (Fishandboat.com), on your smartphone using the FishBoatPA mobile app, or by visiting one of nearly 700 retail license issuing agents. 2025 licenses, permits, and vouchers purchased now are valid immediately for up to 13 months, from December 1, 2024, through December 31, 2025.
"As the busy winter and holiday seasons kick into high gear, now is the best time to get a jump on the fishing opportunities happening right now and just ahead in the spring,” said Tim Schaeffer, PFBC Executive Director. “Whether you’re buying a fishing license for yourself or purchasing a voucher to give as a gift to family and friends, you’re unlocking the chance to make some lifelong memories on the water. Getting your license now ensures you can take advantage of every fishing season throughout the rest of this year and next year. Pennsylvania is one of the premier states to fish in the country, with literally something for everyone. Those opportunities are made possible by the investment of fishing license dollars, and we thank you for being an integral part of that cycle of success.”
Fishing licenses, permits, and vouchers can be purchased easily, conveniently, and safely online from your computer or smart phone. Customers can choose from annual or multi-year licenses and permits with 3, 5, and 10-year options, and all documents may be printed immediately upon purchase or saved digitally to a smart device which serves as proof of possession. While many customers still prefer to purchase fishing licenses in person from local issuing agents, online purchases can save time and help you avoid long lines, especially right before the spring trout season, which begins statewide on Saturday, April 5, 2025. For added convenience, customers can choose an auto-renew option at the time of purchase, so they never miss a fishing season.
In addition to licenses and popular permits, such as the trout, Lake Erie, or even unpowered boat launch permits, customers may choose to purchase vouchers that can be given as gifts and be redeemed by recipients.
"As an angler, one of the most rewarding things you can do is to get someone else, of any age, involved in fishing,” added Schaeffer. “Giving the gift of a fishing license voucher is an easy way to get someone new started, or spark renewed interest in someone who enjoys fishing but hasn't been out on the water for a while. Even for someon
e who doesn't fish, purchasing a fishing license supports the protection of Pennsylvania's native species, conservation of the outdoors, and clean water that benefits everyone."
Once again for the 2025 license year, customers can purchase a collectible fishing license button. This year's button features a classic keystone design familiar from many vintage fishing license buttons, highlighted by a vibrant conservation green and navy blue color scheme. In 2025, a limited-edition production of 10,000 buttons will be produced, and customers will receive a randomly numbered button between 00001-10000. Please note that buttons are not issued at the time of purchase and will be mailed to the buyer.
Anglers who visit a license issuing agent in person can receive the 2025 Fishing Summary/Boating Handbook free of charge. The book outlines current fishing and boating regulations, seasons and creel limits, and safety information, and includes advertising and coupons. A digital version of these publications can be viewed and printed for free on the PFBC website, or viewed on the FishBoatPA mobile app. Customers should note that 2025 Fishing Summary/Boating Handbooks are still being shipped to retail locations in early December and may not be immediately available at all locations. Customers should access the free online version or return to a retail location later for a free printed copy.
Voluntary Permits
Customers who purchase a 2025 fishing license can once again support their favorite PFBC programs through the purchase of voluntary permits for Bass, Musky, Wild Trout/Enhanced Waters, and Habitat/Waterways Conservation. These permits are not required for fishing and carry no additional privileges, but all funds generated through them are reinvested into their respective program. Thanks to the generosity of anglers, the PFBC has invested more than $720,500 into special projects funded by the sale of voluntary permits since 2019.
While youth anglers under age 16 do not require a fishing license, they must have either a Voluntary Youth Fishing License or a free Mentored Youth Fishing Permit to participate in any special youth opportunities throughout the 2025 season. This includes the statewide Mentored Youth Trout Fishing Day on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
The PFBC is a user-funded agency that operates primarily on funds generated through the sale of fishing licenses, boating registrations, and associated fees. The PFBC receives no Pennsylvania General Fund tax revenue to support its programs.
The PFBC reminds anglers and boaters to protect themselves by always wearing a life jacket while on the water. From November 1 through April 30, all boaters aboard boats less than 16 feet, including all kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards, are required to wear a life jacket. Anglers should also wear a life jacket while ice fishing.
Important 2024 Fishing Dates:
December 1 (2024) – 2025 Pennsylvania Fishing Licenses, permits, and vouchers on sale
March 29, 2025 – Statewide Mentored Youth Trout Day
April 5, 2025 – Statewide Opening Day of Trout Season
November 1, 2024, through April 30, 2025 – Mandatory Life Jacket Requirement in effect
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Stop the Madness: Pennsylvania Route 6 Triumphs in Byways Madness 2025
Photo credit: Scenic America
Scenic America is thrilled to announce that Pennsylvania Route 6 has been crowned the winner of Byways Madness 2025, our annual bracket-style competition celebrating the nation’s most beloved scenic byways!
In a thrilling final round, Pennsylvania Route 6 triumphed over the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway with a total of 2,913 votes to 765, capturing the hearts of scenic road lovers across the country.
This win comes at an especially exciting time for PA Route 6, which was recently named Pennsylvania’s newest official scenic byway. Scenic America proudly supported the designation through advocacy and technical efforts, helping to elevate awareness of this historic and visually stunning route. Stretching across the northern tier of the Keystone State, PA Route 6 is known for its rolling hills, charming small towns, and access to natural wonders like the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon.
We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted, shared, and cheered on their favorite byways throughout the competition. Your passion for scenic beauty and America’s treasured roads helps drive our mission forward.
And don’t worry—Byways Madness will be back in 2026! Get ready for another round of fierce matchups and scenic showdowns.
Until then, we’ll see you on the byways!
To visit Scenic America, please click here.
To see attractions and more information from the PA Route 6 Alliance website, please click here.
10 Secluded Neighborhoods Kept in Pennsylvania’s Back Pocket
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10. Tidioute – A Riverside Retreat in Warren County
Tidioute is a small, unincorporated community in Warren County, Pennsylvania, known for its scenic location along the Allegheny River.
With a population of fewer than 800 residents, it offers a peaceful, secluded lifestyle with direct access to outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking in the nearby Allegheny National Forest.
The local economy is minimal, primarily supported by tourism, small businesses, and forestry.
Tidioute’s remote setting is enhanced by the rolling hills and dense woodlands that surround the area, providing an escape from urban congestion.
Despite its seclusion, the community remains close-knit, with a charming small-town feel and historic homes. For those seeking a quiet riverside neighborhood in the heart of Pennsylvania’s wilderness, Tidioute is an ideal retreat.
Tidioute is located in Warren County, along Pennsylvania Route 62, near the Allegheny National Forest. Its seclusion comes from its position along the river and its distance from major highways or urban centers.
To get there, travelers take Route 62 south from Warren or north from Oil City, winding through the forested hills before arriving at this hidden gem. The area’s natural beauty and remoteness make it a perfect secluded neighborhood for those who love the outdoors.
By John Goodman
March 19, 2025
To read this article and the list of other Pennsylvania neighborhoods, please click here.
2024 PA RIVER OF THE YEAR! ALLEGHENY RIVER
Miles of the Allegheny River and many streams flow through Warren County, where you'll find pike, muskie, native Brooke trout, wild brown trout, rainbow trout, just to name a few! Tidioute is home to one of the best boat launches in the County. Complete with a dock, sheltered and unsheltered picnic areas, playground, and flushable restroom facilities.
We are also home to the annual Pennsylvania State Championship Fishing Tournament held every September during our region's spectacular Fall foliage. So if fishing is a favorite pastime of yours or if you'd just like to get back to nature, come to Tidioute and visit the Allegheny Region for some of the best fishing in the state.
For more information from Pennsylvania Environmental Council PEC, please click here.
Trails At Jakes Rocks Selected As Pennsylvania’s 2024 Trail Of The Year
01/31/2024
Harrisburg, PA -- Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn today announced the Trails at Jakes Rocks has been named Pennsylvania’s 2024 Trail of the Year.
“This amazing trail system is extremely deserving of this tremendous honor and I am excited to announce the Trails at Jakes Rocks have been selected as Pennsylvania’s top trail for 2024,” Dunn said. “People travel from near and far to hike, bike, and run these trails, which is a testament to the worthiness of this trail system. We at DCNR are hopeful that this honor helps connect even more people to the recreation opportunities around the trails, in Warren County and in the Allegheny National Forest."
The Trails at Jakes Rocks is a 35-mile natural surface trail system located in the Allegheny National Forest in Warren County.
The trails are used primarily for mountain biking, but other types of recreation such as hiking, trail running, and cross-country skiing are also permitted.
The Trails at Jakes Rocks was established to address a notable gap in Warren County's recreational landscape: high-quality mountain bike trails.
The unique design as a stacked-loop system significantly reduces the typical gaps found in point-to-point trail systems.
The Trails at Jakes Rocks has not only created a fantastic trail system but also serves as an economic driver.
A recent economic impact analysis found that the Trails at Jakes Rocks draws over 25,000 users annually and generates an estimated $9 million in annual tourism spending.
Trails at Jakes Rocks is a prime example of a modern, professionally designed, and meticulously constructed natural surface mountain bike trail system.
"The impact that the Trails at Jakes Rocks has made on Warren County has far surpassed our expectations,” said Jim Decker, President and CEO of the Warren County Chamber of Business and Industry. "Locally we have long recognized the unique beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities our region offers and celebrate the catalyst that the Trails at Jakes Rocks has provided to allow us to share these attributes to a much larger audience. We are humbled by this recognition and sincerely thank DCNR for their assistance with our efforts to create this asset as well as the conveyance of this prestigious award to the Trails at Jakes Rocks."
The Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee designates the Trail of the Year to help build enthusiasm and support for trails across the state, and to raise public awareness about the value of the Pennsylvania’s land and water trail network.
Pennsylvania continues its tradition of being a leader in trail development by providing its citizens and visitors with more than 12,000 miles of trails.
In an effort to close the gaps in this network and bring trails to close everyone, DCNR has established a goal to have a trail within 10 minutes of all Pennsylvanians.
The agency is also focusing on closing priority trail gaps and prioritizing strategic investments in trails across the Commonwealth.
The Pennsylvania Trails Advisory Committee is charged with implementing the recommendations of the Pennsylvania Trails Strategic Plan to develop a statewide land and water trail network to facilitate recreation, transportation, and healthy lifestyles for all.
The 20-member DCNR-appointed committee represents both motorized and non-motorized trail users and advises the Commonwealth on use of state and federal trail funding.
Visit the Pennsylvania Wilds Assets web page or the Trails at Jakes Rocks Facebook page for more information about the trail.
MEDIA CONTACT: Wesley Robinson, 717-877-6315
From Canoeing and Kayaking, to Hunting, Fishing, Hiking, Snowmobiling, and ATV's ... Tidioute has it All!
Ready to go canoeing or kayaking? We have the perfect setup with picturesque mountain views and miles of rivers and streams. Tidioute is a valley surrounded by the Allegheny National Forest and located on the banks of the Allegheny River. We are home to the best boat launch in Warren County complete with a dock, picnic area, playground, and restrooms. The Allegheny River: Pennsylvania's canoe and kayak capital and voted the 2017 River of the year. For more information or to plan your next adventure visit the following websites: www.theallegheny.com/canoeing
https://pfbc.pa.gov/watertrails/alleg/trailguide.htm
ATV PERMITS / TRAIL BIKE PERMITS
ATV/trail bike permit Applications can be obtained at any ANF office or by going to: http://www.fs.usda.gov/main/allegheny/passes-permits.
For more information about recreational activities on the Allegheny National Forest website: http://www.fs.fed.us/
Forest Service
Allegheny National Forest
4 Farm Colony Drive
Warren, PA 16365
Ruth Sutton, Public Affairs Officer
Phone: 814-728-6100
Email: rsutton@fs.fed.us
READY FOR A WINTER ADVENTURE?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service announces the opening of the snowmobile season at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, December 16, 2024, in the Allegheny National Forest. Snowmobile trails will remain open until noon on March 31, 2024. Sufficient snowfall is needed for the trails to be usable. The snowmobile trail map is available on our website. All winter recreationists in the forest should be aware of the following for the 2024-2025 winter season.
- Temporary re-route of approximately 3.45 miles of the Allegheny Snowmobile Loop near Four Corners in Highland Township, Elk County. The re-route uses Forest Road (FR) 661, the Timberline ATV trail, and Corduroy Road (T-322), a township road that is open to snowmobiles. The new route will be signed, and the former trail segment will be closed.
- FR 141 and FR 262 (Longhouse Scenic Drive) will be open to snowmobile use this winter. These roads were closed during the 2020/2021 season due to construction.
- Connector Trail #38 (Lewis Run Snowmobile Bypass Trail) is located east of Marshburg, PA on both private property and National Forest System lands. The 5.5-mile trail segment provides an alternative route to the main 1A trail that utilizes FR 455. It begins at Pine Acres Country Club and ends at the intersection of FR 188 and FR 455.
- Connector Trail #39 (Bradford Airport Connector Trail) is located east of Marshburg, PA on both private property and National Forest System lands. The trail segment provides access to the main 1A trail via FR 310. Trail segments begin at the Bradford Regional Airport and the intersection of State Highways 59 and 219. The trail ends at existing snowmobile trail connector #38.
In the Allegheny National Forest, there are approximately 365 miles of interconnected snowmobile trails, and when conditions permit another 52 miles of trails are used for both snowmobiles and ATV/OHMs. Multiple user groups enjoy the wintertime trails, and everyone is asked to exercise caution as trail users may encounter vehicles, groomers, snowshoers, dogsled teams, hikers, and cross-country skiers at any time. Trail users are reminded to:
- Stay on designated trails
- Practice the Leave No Trace principles of outdoor ethics
- Follow the Tread Lightly T.R.E.A.D. principles
- Plan ahead and prepare for variable trail and weather conditions
- Remember that motorized vehicles are not allowed on the Allegheny Reservoir once it is frozen
Until there is a significant amount of snow on the ground, the maintained snowmobile trails will not be groomed. Trail condition reports will begin when adequate snow accumulates and will be updated weekly, or when conditions warrant. Condition reports will be posted on the forest social media channels. You can also listen to condition reports by calling one of the forest offices and following the prompts: Bradford Ranger District: 814-362-4613; Marienville Ranger District: 814-927-6628 or the Supervisor’s Office: 814-723-5150.
Click the link below, and watch the video for more information on Winter fun in Tidioute and Warren County.
Vist the Warren County Visitors Bureau at http://www.wcvb.net/index.htm
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