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DuBoisDuBois, Pennsylvania
Half a day to one night: walk the downtown, eat a local dinner, then move on to State College or the Pennsylvania Wilds.
DuBois is the largest town in Clearfield County and a practical hub for the Pennsylvania Wilds region. It has a compact downtown, a few historic buildings, and a bus station that connects to Pittsburgh, Erie, and State College. Most visitors pass through on the way to the Allegheny National Forest or the I-80 corridor.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–October
- avoid January–February (cold, snow)
- Airport
- DUJ
- Nights
- 1
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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
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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
Emergency numbers for DuBois911 ▾
- 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 DuBois, 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
- SafetyDuBois is a low-crime small town.
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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.
- AirportcheckDUJ DuBois Regional Airport (United to Cleveland and Franklin; limited schedule, check).
- Getting aroundA car is essential for the Wilds.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Sit-down mealDinner (main + drink)$15–30
- Street or quick mealLunch (sandwich or burger)$8–14
- BeerBeer (draft)$4–6
- Budget bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$70
- Mid-range bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$100
- High-end bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · 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
- DUJ DuBois Regional Airport (United to Cleveland and Franklin; limited schedule, check)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Feb
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Mar
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Nov
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Dec
not flagged
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jan (−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C) low), wettest Jan (14 rain days), driest Aug (11). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
DuBois: 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
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
14 rd
Feb
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
12 rd
Mar
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
13 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
14 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
14 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
13 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
11 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
11 rd
Oct
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
Nov
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
13 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
14 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
A car is essential for the Wilds. Downtown is walkable (about 6 blocks). No public transit within town.
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: 30 min
US-119 south, about 30 min
Home of Groundhog Day; the town is quiet outside February.
Clearfield
goDoor to door: 20 min
I-80 east to US-322, about 20 min
County seat with a historic courthouse and river walk.
Door to door: 45 min
I-80 east to US-322, about 45 min
Penn State campus, museums, and a lively downtown.
Allegheny National Forest
goDoor to door: 1 h
US-219 north, about 1 h
Hiking, camping, and the Kinzua Dam.
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.
Downtown / near I-80
Motels and a few inns; most are along the highway.
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
- $60–90
- Mid
- $90–150
- High
- $150+
Trip budget
| Motel room (double)1 × 1 night × US$100 | US$100 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Fullington Trailways bus (one way, e.g. to State College)2 × US$25 · check | US$50 |
| Gas for a day of driving (about 100 km)1 × US$15 | US$15 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$41 |
| Trip total≈ US$223 per person per day, bed included | US$446 |
2026 estimate in USD; car rental and fuel excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Lunch (sandwich or burger) | $8–14 |
| Dinner (main + drink) | $15–30 |
| Beer (draft) | $4–6 |
| Gas (per gallon)check | $3.50–4.50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter weather can close I-80 and local roads; check forecasts.
- Restaurants close early (by 21:00) on weeknights.Restaurants close early (by 9:00 PM) on weeknights.
- The airport has very limited service; do not rely on it for a tight connection.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Fullington Trailways to State College: about $25, 1 h (check)
- Taxi across town: $10–15
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for DuBois. 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: May–October · avoid January–February (cold, snow) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for downtown DuBois, the historic district, and the bus station.
- Eat pages with verified hours and last orders.
- Seasonal event pages (Groundhog Day, county fair).
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