Washington's Trail 1753

Travel with George Washington through western Pennsylvania

Washington's Trail is a driving route through western Pennsylvania.

Traversing modern highways, the route commemorates young George Washington's first military and diplomatic venture in the Fall and Winter 1753 - 1754. Today, the route follows major roads. However, in some areas there are alternate historic or scenic routes suggested which may more closely align with Washington's travel in the Fall of 1753. Historical markers are erected along Washington's route through scenic western Pennsylvania countryside. *NEW* Signs have been added along the route in Maryland!

Fort Leboeuf
Historic museums
Kayaking on French Creek
Explore a colonial stream
Moraine State Park
Hiking trails
Harmony Museum
Step Back in Time to restored 1804
Pittsburgh
Vibrant Downtowns
Fort Necessity
Visit National Parks

Plan your visit

This map is also found in the Plan Your Visit section under the Discover tab, with filters for what to see, where to stop and what to do along the Washington’s Trail corridor.

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