Explore Downtown Clearfield
Enjoy the charm of small-town living while exploring the beauty of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River and the Pennsylvania Wilds. Eat, drink, antique, and explore. Clearfield has something for everyone. So, be sure to stop in at Historica Plus, Bob's Army & Navy, Jim's Sports Center, Historic Ritz Theater, Liddle Gallery, and Deja Brew Coffee Shop.
Lunch at The Rock on the River
The Rock on the River is Clearfield County's very first jail, turned into a huge attraction. Explore the 4 floors and lookout tower while you dine with us at Warden 1876 farm-to-table restaurant. In the basement, you will find a Speak Easy, a (haunted) Airbnb, and a billiards room. On the first floor, you will find a coffee shop, museum, sandwich cafe, and jail cells to explore. On the second floor, you will find a gastropub, Warden 1876, a sitting room, and more jail cells to explore. On the third floor, you will the a suite that overlooks the jail cells and the entrance to the lookout tower. Don't forget to climb the 42 steps up to the lookout tower that gives a bird's-eye view of downtown Clearfield. There is an elevator for the public to use, and the building is handicap accessible.
Benezette Winery
One of the area's wineries shares its fame with the Pennsylvania Elk. This winery has an outdoor patio that backs up to a 200-year-old oak tree and borders State Game Lands. The gift shop also displays photos and memorabilia of the history of the Benezette Area.
Elk Life
Created from a passion for the outdoor explorer. Deciding to see these majestic animals in person is an adventure. Witnessing the cows in late spring when they deliver their newborn calves or encounter the magnificent bulls as they display their awesome racks and strength in the fall. It’s an experience you will never forget. The sound of a bull bugling will send chills up your spine. So while you are visiting our small town, stop in and shop our Explore It store, where you will find all kinds of clothing and gifts.
Elk Visitor Center
The largest free-roaming elk herd east of the Mississippi River is found in Benezette and the area surrounding it. The center offers a way for you to learn and explore every aspect of the Pennsylvania Elk with their education classroom. There is a 4D theatre allowing you to have the full PA Wilds experience. The live outdoor cam allows you to browse the grounds from inside the center, or the trails surrounding the property allow you to explore on foot. The educational opportunities are endless at the center, with it being an environmentally friendly building. Hours of operation are available on the website: elkcountryvisitorcenter.com. The best time to visit is September – October. If you visit us in the fall, we will have a catered meal for guests while you take turns riding a wagon pulled by Clydesdales that will take you through the heart of the elk herd.