Pizza Joe’s Portersville is open daily and serves not just pizza, but salads, sandwiches, strombolis and more. This location delivers to attractions such as Moraine State Park, McConnells Mill State Park and several local campgrounds. Check out the website for menu, hours and delivery area. New in 2016, hand-dipped homemade ice cream!
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Venture out from your man cave and take advantage of all that Butler County has to offer.
We've designed this weekend itinerary with you in mind. Hunting, fishing, beer, racing...does it get any better?
Day 1
Start your day off right by spending the morning fishing at Moraine State Park Lake Arthur is a 3,225-acre warm water fishery with northern pike, largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie and bluegill. Go past the pier by renting a pontoon boat and setting sail from one of the park’s three boat launch areas; Bear Run Boat Launch, Park Road Boat Launch and McDanels Boat Launch.
While you're there, give Pizza Joe's Portersville a call. They'll bring you fresh, tasty pizza straight to the park.
Take your pizza party to a new level by booking a cruise with the guys on Preston’s Pearl! This enclosed pontoon touring boat has an upper deck for outdoor viewing for the best views of all Moraine has to offer. You'll learn about the area’s history and wildlife within Moraine State Park- if you’re lucky you’ll spy Eagles or the Osprey nest.
Just 15 minutes from Moraine is the town of Slippery Rock, home to Mystery Mayhem Escapes And Axe Throwing. This is the perfect spot to test your strength and attempt a bullseye throw.
When you’re ready for happy hour, take I-79 North to Slippery Rock for a unique dinner at North Country Brewing Co. Enjoy a taste of the region through a variety of in-house brews served at North Country. Make sure you take advantage of the menu’s heartier items, such as elk burgers and frog legs. You will not be disappointed.
After a hard day spent fishing, eating, and drinking spend the night under the stars at Bear Run Campground.
Day 2
Choose which option suits you best! Tee up on one of the various golf courses in the county.
The Turn Club, located in Cranberry Township, has state of the art golf simulators, so you won’t have to cancel your tee time due to rain. The Club has an adjoining restaurant that serves up brick oven pizzas, cold beer, and craft cocktails (they claim they have “the most comfortable barstools in the Tri-state area”).
Golfing not your swing? Butler County is also home to Three Rivers Paintball, PA’s largest running paintball field.
Or, head back to Moraine for a day of hunting. About 13,600 acres of Moraine State Park are open to hunting, trapping and the training of dogs during established seasons. Another option is Four Seasons Game Bird Farm, which specializes in pheasant and chukar hunting on their 450 acres.
Once you’ve built up an appetite, savor a hot meal from Springfield Grille, noted for their delectable steaks and game entrée selections.
Continue east and stop at Thoma's Meat Market. Pick up some beef jerky and other snacks to enjoy at your last stop for the weekend, Lernerville Speedway. Lernerville is the Home of the "Fab Four": 410 Sprints, Late Models, Modifieds and Stocks. Dirt and fast cars... what a better way to end your getaway?
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Hike 38 miles. Ride your horse for 20 miles. Bike seven miles. Mountain bike for six miles. Snowmobile for 26 miles. Have a picnic at one of the park’s many picnic tables. Keep your boat on the lake with 542 marina slips and 395 mooring spaces.
Each year, over one-million people visit Moraine State Park, making it Butler County’s top attraction. Tour the lake on the Preston’s Pearl, a tour boat that offers a variety of cruises on Lake Arthur. Cruises are offered from Memorial Day Weekend through October, and more information can be found at Moraine Preservation Fund. Another unique way to enjoy the lake is through stand up paddleboarding lessons and guided eco tours with SurfSUP Adventures.
The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted. Park information, launch permits, cabin information and assistance can be obtained at the park office near the entrance to the South Shore. The office is open year-round, Monday through Friday, 8 AM-4 PM, and weekends during the summer.
Before visiting, check out the DCNR’s Rules and Regulations, calendar and download the park map.
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Get Directions (724) 541-3533
Experience the thrill of escape rooms, where you'll be immersed in themed challenges, solving puzzles and riddles as a team to make your getaway or solve the mission within the time limit.
Our multiple rooms offer diverse themes and difficulty levels, catering to all, from beginners to seasoned enthusiasts.
For an extra dose of excitement, try your hand at axe throwing, a competitive and exhilarating activity where hitting the bullseye is the name of the game. Perfect for fun outings with friends and family, we even have party space for up to 40 guests!
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Get Directions (724) 794-2337
North Country Brewing Company is nested within one of the original structures of Main Street Slippery Rock. Built in 1805, our elvish colonial pub serves sturdy fare sourced from our farm and our neighbors’ farms as we practice farm to fork. We brew 12 hand crafted beers free of sugars and additives in our on site brew house with a 13th available cask-conditioned and pulled from an English beer engine. North Country also celebrates Pennsylvania made wines, homemade desserts, and kids with our campfires and two hand-crafted sodas. Whether you are a settler or voyageur from the frontier, you have found the tavern from the old worlde, without the swim.
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Get Directions (724) 368-3564
A top-rated Pennsylvania family park on the border of beautiful Moraine State Park's hiking area. Easy access to Porter Cove at Lake Arthur. Just 35 minutes to Pittsburgh . RVing, Tenting, Cabins, Canoes, Kayaks, Pool, Playground, Arcade, Camp Store, Concessions, Modern Restrooms, Showers, Fishing, Ball-fields, Rec-Center, TV Room, Fireplace, and Lodge.
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Get Directions (724) 789-8876
The Turn Club is a dining and golf experience that is changing the game. Whether you are looking for a mouth-watering and made from scratch meal, an upscale cocktail, a quick grab-and-go lunch from take-out, catering at your next event, or simply looking for the best brick oven pizzas in the region, we have you covered. For those that are health conscious, we have gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan options you would swear should not taste that good. We have created a chill vibe atmosphere, with high-end TVs so you never miss a game of any kind, and undoubtedly have the most comfortable barstools in the Tri-state area, we guarantee it! We have made game days even more comfortable than at your home and without any of the prep or clean-up. If you are just looking for a cold beer, craft brew, craft cocktail, transfusion from the tap, or a custom beverage by our mixologist, we have you covered. Now onto the golf experience. This new concept is not just the first of the area, but quite possibly the first of its kind, and it is right in your neighborhood. The golf side is totally separate from the restaurant and features six TrackMan simulators. The industry leading TrackMan 4 system is the best money can buy and creates a full immersion for playing hundreds of the best courses in the world, competing against family or friends, enjoying some fun during dinner or taking your game to the next level with Tour level instruction. We offer bays that are ideal for group and individual settings. Our 18-foot bays in our acoustic room creates a totally private experience. According to TrackMan, 18-foot bays are the largest screens they have ever installed!
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We are western PA’s largest and longest running paintball field. We also offer woodsball, airball, airsoft, private parties and a proshop!
In the fall, fight zombies with paintball guns during our season experience: Zombies of the Corn!
In the winter, our property transforms to bring you a dazzling holiday display: Enchanted Lights!
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You can enjoy quality pheasant and chukar hunting on our 450 acres of diverse terrain with various levels of cover. This is as close to a wild hunt as you can get! We specialize in realistic hunts and are able to accommodate single hunters as well as large corporate-style groups. Hunting is available by appointment Monday through Saturday from September 1 through April. For reservations, please contact us. Spaces fill up quickly, so book early to obtain the date you want!
No license is required, but in accordance with Pennsylvania law, 250 square inches of orange must be worn while hunting.
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Get Directions (724) 778-8700
Springfield Grill is now the best steakhouse in Adams Township, Butler County, featuring Black Angus beef, fresh seafood, chef-inspired specials and a wide wine selection. Our private dining room will be perfect for your next special event.
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Get Directions (724) 352-2020
Thoma Meat Market is a full service, federally inspected, old-fashioned butcher shop and meat market. Producing a complete line of meat products under the Thoma Brand Name, their store is nestled in the farmlands of Western PA, where they have been for over 50 years. They hand select cattle and hogs purchased from local farmers. Their processes for making meat products and many of their recipes have been passed down for generations, and remain unchanged.
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Get Directions (724) 353-1511
After more than 50 years of racing, Don Martin's Lernerville Speedway is still one of the top tracks in the country. Lernerville Speedway is a 4/10 mile dirt oval automobile race track located in Sarver, Pennsylvania, USA. It is currently owned by Tomson Scrap Metal. Lernerville currently hosts the World of Outlaws Sprintcar Series and World of Outlaws Late Model Series events. 2015 will mark the 47th season for the track. The track features the "Fab 4" divisions weekly on Fridays from mid-April through August. These divisions include the "Big Three"- 410 Sprints, Super Late Models, and Big Block Modifieds, and is the only track in the country to run all three on a weekly basis.
Home of the "Fab Four" 410 Sprint Cars * Late Models * Big-Block Modifieds * Stock Cars Racing 7:30 PM every Friday. Gates open at 5:00 PM
Additional Experiences
Slippery Rock — This Town Rocks!
Welcome to Slippery Rock! No, it’s not a joke. That is the real name of the town!
Tour of Zelienople
(zee*lee*en*opal) Yes, we know it has an unusual name. Uncover some of the town’s treasures and you’ll discover why!
The Barns of Butler County
There’s nothing like a day in the country. The scent of freshly-cut hay, the sound of cows mooing in the pasture and the sight of tractors planting tilled fields seem to transport us to a time when a leisurely Sunday afternoon drive defined family entertainment.
Tasty Trails
These self-navigated trails are fun ways to explore the area and feature sweet prizes upon completion.