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Discover Mercer County, PA: Top 10 Activities & Places
If you’re in the Fredonia/Mercer County area and looking for things to do when you're not working on your mower, here are ten great local attractions — perfect for a family outing, date day, or exploring with friends.
1. Buhl Park – Hermitage
Buhl Park is one of the region’s true gems: enjoy Lake Julia for paddle boats or kayaking, relax on walking trails, or take advantage of the unique free golf course right in Mercer County. Buhl Mansion Guesthouse & Spa+2Hermitage+2
Great for: outdoor relaxation, family time, “get away from it all” for a few hours.
2. Maurice K. Goddard State Park – Mill Creek/Sandy Lake Townships
Located on the western side of the county, this state park offers scenic vistas, Lake Wilhelm for boating or fishing, and plenty of trails.
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Great for: nature escapes, hiking, fishing, unplugging.
3. Pymatuning State Park – (near Mercer County border)
Although part of it extends beyond Mercer County, this park is popular for its lake, spillway (with playful ducks!) and wide outdoor options.
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Great for: weekend camping, kids, water fun.
4. Grove City Premium Outlets – Grove City
A shopping hotspot in Mercer County — if you’re looking for bargains, brands, and a break from the outdoors.
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Great for: retail therapy, family trips, gifts.
5. Mercer County Wine & Brew Trail
For the adults in the group, taking the Wine & Brew Trail through Mercer County offers a fun taste of local flavor with wineries, breweries, and a relaxed afternoon or evening outing.
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Great for: date nights, friends’ outings, exploring locally made brews & wines.
6. Hell’s Hollow Adventure Trail – Mercer
An adventurous pick: take a golf-cart (or similar off-road vehicle) through wooded trails and hills — a fun outing for those who like a little more excitement.
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Great for: families with older kids, groups looking for something different, active outings.
7. Courthouse Square Dry Goods Company – Mercer
This eclectic vintage & antiques store in downtown Mercer offers a unique browsing experience—great for finding special keepsakes.
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Great for: antique lovers, casual browsing, hidden finds.
8. Mercer County Historical Society Museum – Mercer
Interested in local history? This museum (with historical home, chapel, print shop) offers a free and well-worth while visit. Tripadvisor
Great for: history buffs, educational trips, rainy-day activities.
9. Mercer Raceway Park – Findley Township
For something high-energy, check out the racing at Mercer Raceway Park — a classic local entertainment option.
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Great for: date nights, groups, motorsport fans.
10. Small-Town Main Streets & Shopping in Sharon, Greenville, Fredonia Area
Sometimes the charm of Mercer County is simply strolling through its small towns — window-shopping, grabbing a local bite, enjoying the community vibe. With towns like Sharon and Greenville nearby (and your home base in Fredonia), you’ve got a relaxed afternoon or evening outing. We at Ben’s Engine Repair are proud to call this area home.
Great for: casual outings, exploring local businesses, friendly community vibe.
Why Visit Mercer County?
Mercer County offers a fantastic mix of outdoor adventure, relaxed shopping, local food & drink, and small-town charm. As your go-to for lawn mower and small engine repair in Fredonia/area, we encourage you to service your equipment with us, then treat yourself by heading out and enjoying what our county has to offer.
Plan Your Visit
Whether you only have an afternoon or a full weekend, you’ll find something to match your mood — from kayaking on Lake Julia to browsing local antiques, to grabbing dinner downtown. We hope you enjoy your time here as much as we enjoy serving our local community!