Discover Clarion County · Winter 2026–27 Your wintergetaway startsright here. A little fresh air. A good meal.Two nights away. Find your winter stay Trailhead to Happiness 2 nightsTime to settle […]
Discover Clarion County · Winter 2026–27
Your winter
getaway starts
right here.
A little fresh air. A good meal.
Two nights away.
Trailhead to Happiness
Some winter weekends call for a little less rushing around. A walk beneath the tall trees, somewhere warm to come back to, and enough time to enjoy dinner without watching the clock. That’s the kind of getaway we have in mind.
Use this planner to put together a winter stay in Clarion County, Pennsylvania. Start with the place you’d like to wake up, add an outing or two, and leave a little room for whatever you discover along the way.
01 · Pick your pace
What sounds like your kind of winter?
Just the two of you
Slow mornings,
time together.
Keep the plans simple: a forest walk, dinner out, and an evening with nowhere else to be. Look at Hemlock Haven, a Callen cabin, or Camp Coffman’s February offer.
Find a cozy place for twoBring your favorite people
A little adventure,
a lot of together.
Choose a short outing, stop for something warm, and bring a game for the evening. A cabin or hotel gives you an overnight base; check space, sleeping arrangements, and pet policies.
Start with the three-day planFresh air first
Follow a trail.
Take your time.
Choose a Cook Forest walk or a section of Rail 66. When the snow cooperates, make room for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. A second night leaves you another day to explore.
Choose your winter outing02 · Choose where you’ll wake up
A good getaway starts with a good stay.
Cabin, treehouse, farm stay, or a convenient hotel: choose the base that fits your plans. These six seasonal offers have different booking windows, so check your dates before reserving.
Cabin or treehouse
Hemlock Haven Retreats
Stay a little longer
Complimentary noon checkout with a two-night stay.
Nov. 1, 2026–Feb. 28, 2027
Book direct and mention “Winter Escape in the Woods.”
Check Hemlock Haven availability
Cook Forest cabin
Callen Cabins
Save 20%
20% off a qualifying stay; two-night minimum.
Jan. 3–Mar. 31, 2027
Book online; confirm the discount with your host.
View Callen’s Fern Valley Cabin
Hotel in Clarion
Microtel Inn & Suites
$89 per night
A hotel base for your winter getaway.
Nov. 1, 2026–Jan. 31, 2027
Call 814-227-2223; request the “Winter Getaway Special.”
View Microtel details
February cabin escape
Camp Coffman
Wine & chocolates
A complimentary bottle of wine and chocolates; two-night minimum.
February 2027
Mention “February Deal” when booking.
Explore Camp Coffman cabins
Farm stay in Knox
Hideaway Haven Farm
A welcome worth savoring
A complimentary charcuterie board with your booking.
Nov. 1, 2026–Jan. 31, 2027
Mention “Highland Cows” when booking.
View Hideaway Haven Farm
Extended RV stay · 30-day minimum
Rustic Acres RV Resort
$499 per month + electric
Qualifying 30-amp sites with sewer included.
Nov. 1, 2026–Mar. 31, 2027
Call 814-226-9850; mention “Clarion County Winter Discount.”
Explore Rustic Acres RV staysOffers are subject to availability and provider terms. Confirm eligibility, the final price including applicable taxes and fees, and how to redeem before booking. Each property handles its own reservations. The Rustic Acres offer is an extended stay with a 30-day minimum.
Explore more places to stay03 · Put the pieces together
Two nights. Three days.
Plenty of room to make it yours.
This suggested route works especially well with a Cook Forest or Leeper stay. Staying in Clarion, Knox, or at Camp Coffman? Use the same rhythm and adjust the stops around your accommodation. Check drive times and winter roads as you plan.
Day one · Arrive & settle in
Give yourself an evening away.
Arrive at the check-in time agreed with your host. If you’re staying near Leeper, pick up breakfast supplies and snacks at Leeper Market. Unpack, get comfortable, and let the weekend begin.
Head out for dinner at Reigning Cardinals in Leeper, or choose a restaurant near your stay. Keep the first evening easy: a good meal, a favorite game, and tomorrow still ahead of you.
Day two · Explore, warm up & wander
Make one good outing the heart of your day.
After breakfast, head to Cook Forest for a daylight walk suited to your group and the conditions. The Sensory Trail offers a shorter paved loop; Black Bear offers a longer woodland loop. If you want an old-growth forest hike, review Longfellow’s route and difficulty before setting out.
Warm up over lunch, then choose your afternoon: another manageable stretch outdoors, or a drive to Clarion for books, coffee, and a little shopping. You don’t need to fit in both. Come back with time for dinner and a relaxed second evening.
Day three · One more slow morning
Leave a little time before you leave.
Enjoy breakfast and a last quiet moment at your stay. At Hemlock Haven, make the most of the complimentary noon checkout if your host has confirmed the offer. Other properties set their own checkout times.
Before heading home, stop for lunch, something sweet, or a small find from an open local shop along your route. A two-night escape doesn’t need a packed schedule to feel like time well spent.
04 · A little winter air
Choose an outing that feels right.
A short walk counts. So does a slower afternoon in town. Use these options as a starting point, then choose for your group’s experience, energy, and the day’s conditions.
| Outing | Distance & difficulty | Why choose it? |
|---|---|---|
| Cook Forest Sensory Trail | About ¼-mile loop DCNR: Easiest | A brief paved woodland route with benches and tactile features. Designed for accessibility; ask about current snow, ice, and access. |
| Black Bear Trail | 1.1-mile loop DCNR: Easiest | A woodland loop near the Sawmill Center for the Arts. A longer option when you want a straightforward route back to your starting point. |
| Longfellow Trail | 1.2-mile named trail DCNR: More difficult | An old-growth forest outing. Plan your return or connecting route; the named trail length may be only part of your total walk. |
| Rail 66 Country Trail | Choose your distance Paved rail trail | Walk a manageable section near Leeper or Lucinda and turn back when you’re ready. Paving does not guarantee clear winter footing. |
Cook Forest ratings are DCNR hiking ratings; snow and ice can make any route harder. Check the park map and current alerts. As of November 10, 2026, DCNR reports a footbridge closure at the Tom’s Run–Longfellow trail intersection; plan around the closure.
Read our full winter trails guide Explore more outdoor activities
When the snow arrives
Consider snowshoeing or cross-country skiing when conditions allow. Cook Forest’s designated groomed ski routes include Fire Tower Road, Tom’s Run Road, and part of Forest Drive. Confirm snow coverage and grooming before traveling.
Ask Cooksburg Dry Goods about current rental availability and hours. Keep snowshoes out of established ski tracks.
Check the state parks Winter ReportWhen indoors sounds better
Make Clarion your afternoon outing: browse books at Sparrow Books, look for a local gift, and linger over a warm drink. Or check the events calendar for a performance or workshop on your dates.
Check individual business hours and event reservations before setting off, especially midweek.
Explore our winter shopping guide05 · Find your moment
Pick the dates that fit your escape.
November & December 2026
Add a little holiday spirit.
Build your visit around local shopping and an event that catches your eye. Browse the calendar for seasonal markets, concerts, workshops, and family activities, then choose a nearby overnight stay.
Find events for your datesJanuary & February 2027
Make room for a quieter getaway.
Plan around a cabin stay, winter walks, and time together. For February, consider Camp Coffman’s wine-and-chocolates offer. Match your dates to the lodging specials above.
Compare seasonal stay offers06 · A few details, then you’re off
Your winter getaway checklist.
Before you pack the car, take a few minutes to put the practical pieces in place.
- Book your base. Confirm dates, the offer, checkout, pet policies, and any access needs with the property.
- Choose one main outing. Check roads, parking, daylight, and trail conditions; keep an indoor alternative.
- Plan a good meal. Check winter opening days and reserve where needed.
- Pack for the conditions. Bring warm layers, waterproof footwear, suitable traction, water, and snacks.
- Save the map. Download your route before leaving; cell reception can be unreliable.
- Check with the park. For Cook Forest access and conditions, call 814-744-8407. Finish day-use outings before dusk.
This is a self-guided trip idea. Lodging, meals, rentals, and activities are arranged and paid for separately with each provider.
Plan with the latest winter offers, DCNR trail information, and park alerts. Photography from Discover Clarion County’s website.