Explore Clinton County

Lock Haven, PA

Gateway to the PA Wilds and the West Branch Susquehanna

Our Mission: Explore Clinton County is the visitor‑facing brand of the Clinton County Visitors Bureau, operated by the Clinton County Economic Partnership in Lock Haven. Under one roof, the Partnership combines Chamber of Commerce, tourism/visitors bureau, and economic development services—promoting Clinton County’s outdoor recreation, small‑town charm, and cultural attractions as part of Pennsylvania’s Wilds region.

What Explore Clinton County does

Official Visitors Bureau & Travel Planning Hub: The Clinton County Visitors Bureau is the official tourism agency for Clinton County, PA. From its office at 212 North Jay Street, Lock Haven.

Highlighting a “perfect blend of nature and culture”: With more than 60% of Clinton County in public ownership—state forests, game lands, state parks—Explore Clinton County emphasizes that this is a place where outdoor recreation and small‑town culture go hand in hand. Learn more here

Events, Festivals & Tourism Grants: Explore Clinton County maintains an online “Things to Do” section and calendar featuring outdoor events, races, fairs, concerts, and festivals across the county. The Visitors Bureau also oversees a tourism grant program that supports events and projects likely to generate overnight stays. Helping local organizers grow festivals, races, and cultural happenings that bring new visitors to the area. Learn more here

Community and regional impact

As both tourism agency and part of the county’s economic development structure, Explore Clinton County:

  • Drives visitor spending that supports local lodging, restaurants, shops, guides, and outfitters.

  • Helps brand Clinton County as a gateway to the Pennsylvania Wilds, attracting outdoor recreation enthusiasts while also pointing them toward downtowns like Lock Haven, Renovo, and Mill Hall.

  • Elevates local arts, heritage sites, and community events, positioning culture as a key part of the visitor experience—not just scenery and trails

From a Hyner View sunset and a paddle on the West Branch to a night at Millbrook Playhouse or an exhibit opening at the Station Gallery, Explore Clinton County is the guidepost that helps visitors find—and connect—the full range of adventures in this Susquehanna river county.