There’s something about football season in the Laurel Highlands that just makes sense. Cool mountain air, changing leaves, something good cooking, and a football game on the TV? Well, twist our arm.

But football around here goes a little deeper than finding a good place to watch the game. The Laurel Highlands sits firmly in Steelers Country, and one of the NFL’s longest-running training camp traditions happens right here in the mountains. So whether you’re waving a Terrible Towel for the Steelers or just along for the wings, football can easily become part of a fall getaway around Seven Springs.

SNOWBALLERS, grab your favorite jersey. We’re talking football in the Laurel Highlands.

Black, Gold & a Whole Lot of History

You don’t have to drive into Pittsburgh to find serious Steelers history. Head toward Latrobe, and you’ll find Saint Vincent College, the team’s longtime summer training camp home.

The Steelers first arrived at Saint Vincent in 1966, then held their first full training camp there in 1967. Nearly six decades later, the tradition is still going strong. In fact, 2026 marked the Steelers’ 59th training camp at Saint Vincent College, with thousands of fans gathering on campus to watch the team prepare for the season.

And this isn’t your average NFL training facility. Players practice at Chuck Noll Field, tucked into the rolling hills near Latrobe, while fans watch from the hillside and bleachers. In an era when many NFL teams have moved training camp to their own facilities, the Steelers are among a small group that still head to a college campus for camp.

That makes the connection between the Laurel Highlands and Steelers football more than a coincidence. Generations of black-and-gold football have started right here. How’s that for a little local trivia to pull out during halftime?

Game On: Where to Watch

Once the regular season arrives, you’ve got an important vacation decision to make: go out for the game or claim the couch?

If you want the energy of watching with a crowd, Seven Springs Mountain Resort gives you a couple of easy options. The Bavarian Lounge might be the most obvious game-day pick, with casual bar food, cold drinks, and large-screen televisions specifically set up for watching sports.

Then there’s the legendary Foggy Goggle, a full-service restaurant and bar located beside the slopes. It’s known for its après-ski atmosphere, food, drinks, and live entertainment, making it a fun stop when you want your football weekend to feel a little more like an event.

Or keep the football theme going and explore the Laurel Highlands’ craft beer scene. Four Seasons Brewing Company in Latrobe is less than a mile from Saint Vincent College, making it an easy stop for Steelers fans. You can also venture to Whitehorse Brewing in Berlin for a local pour. And if you want to make a whole weekend of it, the Laurel Highlands Pour Tour features more than 60 craft beverage stops throughout the region.

The Best Sports Bar Might Be Your Living Room

Of course, there’s another option, and we’re rather fond of this one. Spend the day exploring the Laurel Highlands, then head back before kickoff.

No fighting for a table, no designated driver, and no judgment over how many game-day snacks you bought. Stock the kitchen, grab a local beer, and claim your spot on the couch. If there’s a fireplace and a mountain view involved, even better.

Whether you’re planning a whole football weekend or just don’t want to miss the game while you’re in the mountains, SNOWBALL PROPERTIES can help you find the perfect home base for both.

Pressed for Time? Here’s the Breakdown:

• The Laurel Highlands has real Steelers history. Saint Vincent College near Latrobe has been the team’s training camp home since 1966.
• Seven Springs has game-day options, including the Bavarian Lounge, plus plenty of food, drinks, and mountain atmosphere nearby.
• Make a weekend of it. Explore the Laurel Highlands before kickoff, then settle in at your SNOWBALL PROPERTY for football, food, and a mountain view.

Football season is better in the mountains. When you’re ready to turn game day into a getaway, SNOWBALL PROPERTIES has your Laurel Highlands home base covered.

Come Have A Ball In The Laurel Highlands!

– Ginger & Hunter Harrelson