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CRESSON
A train watching hot spot!
CRESSON AREA HERITAGE PARK &
RAILROAD OBSERVATION PLATFORM
Located along Front St., Cresson, PA 16630 Gazebo,
N5C Caboose, and rail observation platform.
Built just for train watching, this
elevated deck is complete with a radio
scanner so railfans can keep up with the
railroad conversations. Nearly 50 trains
a day, plus helper moves.
THE STATION INN
827 Front St., Cresson, PA 16630
814-886-4757 | www.stationinnpa.com
This popular railroad-themed Inn
overlooks the railroad main line, features
comfortable lodging, and serves a full
hot breakfast. Guests can watch trains
from the inn’s front porch! Book online
at www.stationinnpa.com.
CRESSON HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
417 Park Ave., Cresson, PA 16630
814-886-5014 | www.cressonhouse.com
Classic Colonial home tastefully
decorated and nestled in the Allegheny
Mountains of Central Pennsylvania. Warm
hospitality, spacious grounds, central
air conditioning, six rooms with private
baths and WIFI. “It’s perfectly perfect!”
EASTERN CAMBRIA
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
PO Box 113, Cresson, PA 16630
MOUNT ALOYSIUS COLLEGE
7373 Admiral Peary Hwy., Cresson, PA 16630
814-886-4131 | www.mtaloy.edu
Established in 1853, Mount Aloysius is a
comprehensive, liberal arts and sciencebased college with a commitment to
career-directed study. Rooted in Catholic
tradition, Mount Aloysius College is one
of 17 Mercy-sponsored colleges and
universities in the United States and is
a member of the Conference for Mercy
Higher Education. Its 193-acres campus
is home to 70+ majors/programs and 17
NCAA athletic teams.
REAR ADMIRAL
ROBERT E. PEARY MONUMENT
Located on the corner of Admiral Peary Hwy. & the
Cresson-Loretto Rd., Cresson, PA 16630
This monument is a tribute to Cresson
native and Arctic explorer, Robert E. Peary,
who discovered the North Pole on April 6,
1909. Cresson is Peary’s birthplace!
CRESSON SPRINGS
FAMILY RESTAURANT
7563 Admiral Peary Hwy., Cresson, PA 16630
814-886-7710 | www.cressonspringsfamilyrestaurant.com
Family-style eatery featuring homemade
soups, Italian dishes, seafood platters
and homestyle dinners plus delectable
desserts. Extensive all-day breakfast menu!
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