MR ROGERS TRAIL: Lace up your tennis shoes, zip up your cardigan, and get ready to walk a mile in the shoes of a PA legend. The Fred Rogers Trail is 10 stops that can be completed in three days and is packed with engaging activities inspired by the universally-beloved children’s television figure.

This year marks the 54th anniversary of the well-known Mr. Rogers’ neighborhood series, so it’s the perfect time for Happy Travelers to take a carefree journey and experience these iconic only-in-PA destinations with special ties to our favorite neighbor.

Day 1 focuses on Latrobe & Ligonier. The trail includes a stop at Idlewild & Soak Zone in Ligonier, which features Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood ride. The new ride uses the same trolley, tracks, and some of the sets as the original ride, providing Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood fans a bit of nostalgia.

Bonus tip: On your way from Idlewild to Latrobe on Route 30, keep an eye out for an overhead bridge with a familiar quote – “It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.”

The next stop is the Fred Rogers Center at Saint Vincent College, where there is a Fred Rogers Exhibit, featuring an interactive display that traces the life, work and influence of the man himself. The exhibit includes many iconic artifacts from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, including the Neighborhood Trolley, puppets from the show, Daniel Tiger’s clock and Rogers’ iconic sweaters and sneakers.

The trail includes many more places of note, including Unity Cemetery, where Fred Rogers is buried. The mausoleum bears the family name “Given” and sits atop a hill near the back of the cemetery. The cemetery is about a mile west of Latrobe and features panoramic views of the Chestnut Ridge of the Laurel Highlands.

Visit the VisitPA.com website and find the entire trip and all suggested stops along the way.