Weekend getaway

25 Lucky Hunter Lane - Milroy

25 Lucky Hunter Lane, Milroy

Come find your peace and solitude at the "Wild Life Inn". This fully renovated cabin is located on a gorgeous 1-acre parcel in Milroy. Imagine a warm weather evening spent on the front or side deck listening to the birds sing and leaves rustling in the wind. Too cold to imagine that scene? Take heart! The modern mini-split unit inside the cabin will provide ample heat while you enjoy some quiet time with loved ones. The pine interior completes the perfect 'cabin' ambiance. Outdoor recreation is close by, including state forest lands and Reeds Gap State Park. The "Wild Life Inn" is the affordable getaway you've been searching for! Call today for a private tour!

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3973 N Atherton Street - State College1

3973 N Atherton Street, State College

A unique residence made into your own special haven just 8 miles to Beaver Stadium and Penn State University. This 1935 ranch with airy loft has been completely renovated with new, shaker style kitchen cabinetry and granite countertops. New flooring and paint throughout make it an easy place to come and rest your head. One bedroom efficiency and one full bath offer just the right amount of space. Mini-split heating and cooling make for efficiency. The half acre, wooded lot is tucked back in from the road, creating a charming serene getaway spot for enjoying Penn State Football and all the events Happy Valley and Penn State University has to offer. Call KBB at 814-234-4000 to see ANY home that's for sale or email [email protected]. Take a tour of this listing: ...

Weekend Getaways : Black Moshannon State Park

Black Moshannon State Park- Just a 27 minute drive from State College, PA is a 3,480 Acre Pennsylvania State Park in Centre County. Black moshannon forest and wetlands provide recreational opportunities for all visitors!

Wondering how Black Moshannon got it's name? The "black" in the park name describes the tea-colored waters. The 250-acre Black Moshannon Lake is fed by clear springs and small streams which flow through the bogs that stretch in most directions from its shores. As the clear water flows through the moss and other wetland plants, it becomes colored by plant tannins.

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Exploring Our Outdoors: Rothrock State Forest

Outdoor activities are plentiful in the region, thanks in part to public land like Rothrock State Forest.

Located just minutes from State College and Penn State University, this 215,000-acre tract of mountainous terrain in Centre, Mifflin and Huntingdon counties offers hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, wildlife viewing and much more.

Founded in the early 20th century by neighboring Mifflin County native Dr. Joseph Rothrock, the forest was initially barren due to excessive logging and resource extraction. Concerned that the barren ridges would not regrow without proper management, Rothrock took action in 1895 when he was appointed the first commissioner of what’s today known as the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. This was the beginning...

Weekend Getaways: Allegheny National Forest and beyond

Just over two hours from State College and Penn State University is the Allegheny National Forest, an outdoor lover's paradise. 

Covering approximately 517,000 square acres, the forest lies in the heart of Pennsylvania’s oil and gas region and is the only National Forest located within the state.

Early settlers cleared the land for agriculture, but the lumber industry soon followed. Deforestation caused wildfires and floods, and by 1900 most wildlife was eliminated due to overhunting.

The Forest Service began managing the land that is now the Allegheny National Forest in 1923, and things began to change for the better.

Today, forests have regrown and animal populations have rebounded. The forest — which includes the Allegheny Reservoir — is...

Weekend Getaways: Harrisburg & beyond

Harrisburg, the capital of Pennsylvania, sits on the Susquehanna River about a 1.5-hour drive from State College and Penn State University.

This small city (pop. 49,528 city/574,659 metro) is the perfect weekend getaway, offering a variety of nightlife, cultural attractions and more, ideal for couples or the whole family.

In the warmer months take in a minor league baseball game on City Island, located in the middle of the Susquehanna River just a short walk from downtown. You could always take in city views on your way to the island while riding the Pride of the Susquehanna riverboat, which offers a number of themed rides throughout the year. Additional recreational pursuits can be found on the island, including miniature golf, arcade games, batting cages and a city beach.

If the weather works in your favor, continue the fun at Penn National Race Course, located a short drive from the...

Weekend Getaways: Gettysburg and Adams County

Adams County, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone: From national historic sites to wineries and antiques, it’s easy to spend a weekend getting lost in the area’s history and culture.

Located just two hours from Penn State's main campus and best known as the home of the Battle of Gettysburg, over 23,000 soldiers perished here in the largest conflict ever fought in the Western Hemisphere. This monumental battle site is memorialized throughout the Gettysburg National Military Park, which protects and interprets the 1863 battlegrounds.

We recommend stopping at the museum and visitors center first. This beautiful facility houses the famous 1884 Gettysburg Cyclorama and includes artifacts like cannons, firearms, uniforms and more. There’s also a gift shop and restaurant.

This is a great place to start your day: Grab a map and head out to the historic battlefield on your own private auto tour, or take one of the many offered...