Brewery Profile

Forbes Trail Brewing

Along the historic Lincoln Highway, Route 30, this craft microbrewery gives Stoystown a defined stop for locally made beer in a part of Somerset County better known to many travelers for roads, ridges, and memorial sites than for a dense brewery district. A visitor should expect the focus to be on the brewery itself rather than a large urban beer scene. The setting in Shade Township, within the Laurel Mountains region, makes the location part of a rural Pennsylvania travel route. Walking in, the practical reason to stop is straightforward: it is the place to see what Forbes Trail Brewing is pouring that day and to take in a local beer stop tied closely to its immediate surroundings.

Travelers moving through this region often build their day around scenic drives, heritage routes, outdoor stops, and places of remembrance. Forbes Trail Brewing fits into that pattern because it sits very near several points that already bring people to the area. The brewery is approximately a quarter mile from the entrance to the Flight 93 National Memorial, and the property neighbors the Patriot Park memorial area. For visitors coming from the memorial, continuing along Route 30, or crossing the Laurel Mountains, the brewery can serve as a pause between destinations rather than a detour into a larger town. Since no specific beer list is provided here, visitors looking for a particular style should treat the current tap list as something to confirm on site.

The most useful planning note is the location: Stoystown, Pennsylvania, along Route 30 in Somerset County, close to the Flight 93 National Memorial entrance and beside Patriot Park. Those landmarks make orientation simple for travelers unfamiliar with the area. Other details, such as food service, outdoor seating, events, packaged beer, or family and pet policies, should not be assumed unless confirmed directly with the brewery before visiting. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, and checking current hours is especially sensible for anyone pairing the stop with a memorial visit, a Laurel Mountains drive, or a longer trip across the Lincoln Highway.

Forbes Trail Brewing operates as a craft microbrewery situated along the historic Lincoln Highway (Route 30) in Stoystown, Pennsylvania. This location places the facility within Shade Township, Somerset County, specifically within the geographic region of the Laurel Mountains. The brewery is located in close proximity to significant regional landmarks, positioned approximately a quarter mile from the entrance to the Flight 93 National Memorial. Furthermore, the property neighbors the adjacent Patriot Park memorial area.

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6108 Lincoln Hwy, Stoystown, PA 15563, USA, Stoystown, Pennsylvania, 15563

Phone: +1 814 201 1817

Website: http://www.forbestrailbrewing.com/

Hours: Wednesday & Thursday 4pm - 9pm; Friday & Saturday 12pm - 10pm; Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Forbes Trail Brewing.

Beer Styles at Forbes Trail Brewing

Forbes Trail Brewing brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Hefeweizen, Wheat, Pale Ale, Lager, Black IPA, Oatmeal Stout, American Lager, New England IPA, Sour, Cream Ale, Vienna Lager, and Mango Hot Pepper Wheat. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Forbes Trail Brewing located?
Forbes Trail Brewing is located at 6108 Lincoln Hwy, Stoystown, PA 15563, USA, Stoystown, Pennsylvania, 15563. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Forbes Trail Brewing's hours?
Current hours are: Wednesday & Thursday 4pm - 9pm; Friday & Saturday 12pm - 10pm; Sunday 12pm - 6pm. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Forbes Trail Brewing?
Visit http://www.forbestrailbrewing.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.