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Port RoyalPort Royal, Pennsylvania
Skip Port Royal unless you are here for the Speedway or the Juniata County Fair: one evening for a race, or a few hours for the fair. No hotel in town.
Port Royal is a farming town of about 1,000 people at the confluence of Tuscarora Creek and the Juniata River. Its two draws are the Port Royal Speedway (dirt-track racing March–October) and the Juniata County Fair (Labor Day week). There is no accommodation in the borough, no public transport and limited food. Most visitors drive in for an event and leave the same night.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–Oct for racing; fair week is early September
- avoid Nov–Feb (speedway closed, fair over, cold)
- Airports
- MDT · UNV
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Port Royal911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Port Royal, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyPort Royal is a quiet rural town with low crime.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMDT Harrisburg International (About 1 h 15 min drive via US-322/US-22).
- Getting aroundCar only.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealPizza slice at Original Italian Pizza$3–5
- Museum or sight ticketSpeedway general admissioncheck; varies by event$20–35
- Budget bedMotel in Lewistown, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedMotel in Lewistown, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedMotel in Lewistown, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$100 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MDT Harrisburg International (About 1 h 15 min drive via US-322/US-22) · UNV University Park Airport (State College) (About 1 h 15 min drive via US-322)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Feb
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Mar
Best
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best*
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Best: Mar–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C) low), wettest May (12 rain days), driest Feb (8). Averages, not a forecast.
* only part of the month (early, mid or late).
Weather and climate
Port Royal: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
9 rd
Feb
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
8 rd
Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
10 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
12 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
11 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
8 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
8 rd
Dec
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car only. No public transport. Parking at the Speedway and fairgrounds is free or included in the ticket.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 15 min
US-322 north, about 15 min
Closest town for hotels, groceries and chain restaurants.
Door to door: 30 min
US-322 east, about 30 min
Susquehanna University town with shops and cafés.
Door to door: 40 min
US-322 east, about 40 min
Historic downtown with restaurants and a farmers market.
Door to door: 1 h 15 min
US-322 east then PA-61 south, about 1 h 15 min
Abandoned coal town with a burning mine; mostly a photo stop.
Door to door: 1 h 15 min
US-322 west then I-99 north, about 1 h 15 min
Horseshoe Curve and Railroaders Memorial Museum.
Door to door: 1 h 30 min
US-322 west then US-22 west, about 1 h 30 min
Johnstown Flood Museum and inclined plane.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Lewistown
About 15 min drive north on US-322; motels and chain hotels.
Harrisburg area
About 1 h drive east; full range of hotels.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel in Lewistown1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Speedway general admission (one evening)2 × US$25 · check | US$50 |
| Juniata County Fair entry (one day)2 × US$10 · check | US$20 |
| Gas from Harrisburg round trip1 × US$30 · About 160 km round trip | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$42 |
| Trip total≈ US$231 per person per day, bed included | US$462 |
About 15 min drive; no hotels in Port Royal.
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Speedway general admissioncheck; varies by event | $20–35 |
| Hoagie at Loagies Hoagies | $8–12 |
| Pizza slice at Original Italian Pizza | $3–5 |
| Gas (per gallon)2026 estimate | $3.50–4.50 |
| Motel room in Lewistown | $80–180 per night |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No hotels in Port Royal: book in Lewistown or Harrisburg.
- Speedway schedule varies: check portroyalspeedway.com before you go.
- Lehman Covered Bridge is on private land; view from Route 333 only.
- McBarney's restaurant is open March–September only.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Harrisburg → Port Royal, car: about 1 h 15 min via US-322/US-22
- State College → Port Royal, car: about 1 h 15 min via US-322
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Port Royal is English-speaking; no language barrier.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Port Royal. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–Oct for racing; fair week is early September · avoid Nov–Feb (speedway closed, fair over, cold) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 6 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Speedway schedule and ticket prices verified for the current season.
- Fair dates confirmed (Labor Day week) and entry fees checked.
- Lehman Covered Bridge access rules confirmed.
- Restaurant hours (Loagies Hoagies, McBarney's) checked for seasonal closures.
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