Pennsylvania - National Road Heritage Park

Description: America`s first federal highway did more than just connect the eastern seaboard with the western frontier. It served as the settlers` lifeline and eventually a young nation`s major artery for travel and commerce.

Time to Allow: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours

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Reproduced with permission from the National Scenic Byways Online: www.byways.org

"The National Scenic Byways Program recognizes highways that are outstanding examples of our nation's beauty, history, culture, and recreational experience by designating them as All-American Roads and National Scenic Byways. The roads being featured were designated by the Secretary of Transportation from nominations submitted by the states and federal land management agencies. These designations provide a compass for people from all over the world to explore America's treasured open roads."