About this city
Also known as: The Standing Stone City
Huntingdon is a historic, picturesque borough serving as the county seat of Huntingdon County, beautifully nestled along the scenic Juniata River in the linear mountain ridges of central Pennsylvania. Formally laid out in 1767 on the historic site of an ancient indigenous landmark known as 'Standing Stone,' the town grew rapidly during the 19th century as a highly prosperous shipping node for the Pennsylvania Canal and the Pennsylvania Railroad. Huntingdon is anchored by the prestigious Juniata College, which infuses a youthful intellectual energy into the town's beautifully preserved historic core. Today, the borough serves as the primary gateway to the massive Raystown Lake reservoir, blending its rich colonial railroad heritage with world-class freshwater boating, mountain biking, and forest exploration.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Boat, fish, and camp at the expansive Raystown Lake reservoir, mountain bike the world-class Allegrippis Trails, see historic locomotives at the Swigart Antique Car Museum, and explore the architectural landmarks of the Juniata College campus.
