Tucked into a grove of ancient oaks, high above the gentle Allegheny, our beautiful log clubhouse commands an imposing view of the river below.
Clarion
Clarion County is situated in the scenic Appalachian Mountain region of northwestern Pennsylvania and was established on March 11, 1839, named after the Clarion River. It comprises twenty-two townships and twelve boroughs, and the county seat, the town of Clarion. Clarion has six exits from Interstate 80, making it within short traveling distances from the cities of Erie, Pittsburgh, and Youngstown.
Clarion County boasts some of the most beautiful landscapes in Pennsylvania, making it an ideal destination for tourism, hunting, and fishing. The County is almost covered with forests, the most significant part of which is Cook Forest. Cook Forest is an ancient woodland and boasts the largest stand of virgin white pines east of the Mississippi River. The Clarion River provides many recreational and scenic areas within Clarion County.
The perfect blend of nature, history, heritage, and tradition combines to create a quality of life and recreational environment that fosters a sense of well-being. In addition, Clarion County offers a priceless blend of peaceful surroundings, abundant resources, cultural richness, productive people, and enthusiasm, which is the formula that has made the nation and the state so strong in the past.
Visit Clarion County to experience their heritage, enjoy the good times on the Clarion River, and explore Cook Forest. Experience the small-town warmth and discover the resourceful hospitality. In Clarion County, you will find "Second to None".
Museums
The Sutton-Ditz House was erected in 1850 by Thomas Sutton, a young attorney who settled in Clarion County when it was established on 11 March 1839. He was accepted into the Bar Association in 1841 and quickly became a respected and admired attorney in the Clarion area.
Organizations
The Clarion County Historical Society was established in 1955 and chartered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1956 as a not-for-profit, tax-exempt, educational institution.