The Philadelphian’s Guide to the Outdoors: 8 Great Fall Escapes
Firelight Camps in Ithaca, New York | Photo by Allison Usavage
At some point or another, even the most die-hard urbanite craves peace, quiet, tranquility and, well, trees. But getting back to nature doesn’t have to mean buggy nights in a sleeping bag. There is a vast (and gorgeous) middle ground between survivalist-status roughing it and the Ritz — and that’s precisely where you’ll find the getaways below. From lakeside lodges to the fanciest yurt ever, these trips (all just a few hours from Philly) let you enjoy nature without getting your hands too dirty.
Go to: The Lodge at Glendorn in Bradford, Pennsylvania
The porch at John’s Cabin at Glendorn | Photo by Sargent Photography
Ease into the great outdoors at this ritzy-meets-rustic resort. Read more »
Go to: Lake Placid Lodge in Lake Placid, New York
Lake Placid Lodge | Photo courtesy Ocean Properties LLC
Choose your own adventure — or do nothing at all — at these posh lakeside cabins. Read more »
Go to: Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort in the Poconos
A riverside tent at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort | Photo courtesy Shawnee Inn
Get back to nature the easy way: with glamping. Tent-side champagne included. Read more »
Go to: Firelight Camps in Ithaca, New York
An outdoor lounge at Firelight Camps |Photo by Allison Usavage
Break out of your comfort zone at this decidedly cosmopolitan campground. Read more »
Go to: Savage River Lodge in Frostburg, Maryland
Inside a yurt at Savage River Lodge | Photo by Jennifer Dobson
With radiant-heat floors and in-room massages, the yurt at Savage River Lodge is probably nicer than your apartment. Read more »
Go to: The Iris Inn in Shenandoah Valley, VA
Iris Inn | Photo by Jumping Rocks
Explore caves, watch waterfalls and sleep in the trees at Iris Inn. Read more »
Go to: Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, West Virginia
Stonewall Resort | Photo by Cheryl Ferrebee
Visit this kid-friendly resort with luxe amenities for the discerning (and semi-adventurous) adult. Read more »
Go to: Posh Primitive Campground in the Adirondacks
Posh Primitive Campground | Photo courtesy Posh Primitive
Book this trip for chic tents, farm-to-table meals, and just-rough-enough outdoorsy appeal. Read more »
This package first appeared as “The Great Escape” in Philadelphia magazine’s September 2016 issue.
