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DuBois

Locals say DuBois area · “Gateway to the Alleghenies”

Where the mountains meet the small town

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Welcome to the DuBois area! Whether you're here for the hunting, the fishing, or just to enjoy the small-town charm, you'll find friendly folks and plenty of outdoor adventures. Grab a bite at a local diner and make yourself at home.

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The room

DuBois Quiet now Where the mountains meet the small town

One room for everyone around DuBois. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.

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A good plumber, the best tacos, a lost cat: nobody has asked yet. Be the first.

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Marketplace

Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around DuBois. Sign in to sell something.

Things to do

Parker Dam State Park A lake and hiking trails in the heart of the forest.
S.B. Elliott State Park Forested park with camping and picnic areas.
Clearfield County Fairgrounds Hosts the annual county fair and other events.
Moshannon State Forest Vast forestland for hunting and recreation.
Bilger's Rocks Unique rock formations popular for climbing and photos.
DuBois City Park Local green space with playgrounds and a walking path.

Outdoors Hunting
Outdoors Fishing
With kids Visit Parker Dam State Park
With kids Clearfield County Fair
Evenings Local taverns
Evenings Bowling alleys
Locals love Hunting camps
Locals love State parks

Through the year

Clearfield County Fair August Agricultural exhibits, rides, and concerts.
DuBois Summerfest July Live music, food vendors, and family activities.
Parker Dam State Park Fall Foliage Weekend October Guided hikes and nature programs during peak colors.

DuBois has four distinct seasons with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. The best time to be outside is fall for the foliage and hunting, though summer offers the most comfortable lake and trail days. Best: Fall is ideal for foliage, hunting, and crisp outdoor days.

Getaways

State College Catch a Penn State game or visit the campus.
Altoona Ride the Horseshoe Curve or visit the railroad museum.
St. Marys Outdoor recreation and small-town charm.
Lock Haven Kayaking and tubing on the Susquehanna River.

Local flavour

Rooting for Penn State Nittany Lions (college), Pittsburgh Steelers (NFL), Philadelphia Eagles (NFL), Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL), Philadelphia Phillies (MLB)

Eat and drink

Pierogies
Halushki Cabbage and noodle dish common in the region
Sheetz Regional convenience store chain known for made-to-order food, originating in nearby Altoona

Where people go

Hunting camps Deer camps and cabins in the surrounding woods
State parks Parker Dam, S.B. Elliott, and other outdoor recreation spots
Small-town diners Classic Main Street eateries

Heritage and traditions

The DuBois area is proud of its deep Appalachian roots, its strong outdoor heritage of hunting and fishing, and the tight-knit communities that grew from the lumber and coal era.

This time of year in DuBois

Fall foliage autumn The leaves change, drawing visitors to the state parks.

Say it like a local: “redd up” — to clean up

Festivals

DuBois Christmas Parade December A festive small-town parade through downtown DuBois.

Landmarks with a story

Clearfield County Courthouse A historic courthouse in Clearfield, the county seat.
Historic Downtown DuBois A walkable downtown with buildings from the lumber era.
DuBois Area Historical Society Museum Museum preserving the area's lumber and coal history.

Food traditions

Pierogies A staple at church suppers and family gatherings, reflecting the area's Polish and Slovak heritage.
Halushki A cabbage and noodle dish brought by Eastern European immigrants.
Deer camp breakfast Eggs, sausage, and pancakes are a tradition during hunting season.
Venison Common meat, often made into stews or jerky.
Church basement dinners Homemade dishes served at community gatherings.

Music and arts

Appalachian folk music Traditional folk and bluegrass music are popular, with local jam sessions.

A little history

1874 Founded by John DuBois
late 1800s Lumber boom
early 1900s Coal mining era
late 1800s Railroad expansion
modern Pennsylvania Wilds designation

Rivalries

DuBois vs. Clearfield high school football The annual game draws big crowds.

Game day High school football
Game day Deer hunting
Outdoors Hunting in the Moshannon State Forest
Outdoors Fishing in the West Branch of the Susquehanna River
With kids Go sledding at a local hill
With kids Attend a church picnic

People in the DuBois area speak with a mild Appalachian accent, often saying 'crick' for creek and 'pop' for soda. You might hear 'youse' for you all.

Only here

The annual deer hunting season is a de facto holiday, with many businesses closing.
The Clearfield County Fair is one of the oldest in Pennsylvania.
DuBois is known as the 'Gateway to the Alleghenies'.

New here? A few tips

Learn to pronounce 'DuBois' as 'doo-boys' (not 'doo-bwah').
Wear orange during hunting season, especially in the woods.
Try a pierogi at a church supper.
Get a Sheetz MTO (Made to Order) - it's a local staple.
Be prepared for cold, snowy winters.

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DuBois, PA. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.