Outdoor Adventures
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A Golden Opportunity: One of the State’s Top Day Hikes Is Just a Short Car Ride Away
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Sometimes a day hiking trip is just what the doctor ordered, and we in Centre County are lucky to be a short drive from what the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources says is one of the best day hikes in the whole commonwealth, the Golden Eagle Trail. With the trail’s beautiful views and…
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The Little Flat Fire Tower: A Must-See, Any Time of Year
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Rothrock State Forest is often said to be right in the Centre Region’s backyard. Indeed, it feels that way, with many trailheads and hiking trails less than 15 miles from the heart of State College. It is one of the reasons I love living here. Those who know me well won’t be surprised to see…
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Centre of Adventure: Exploring Shingletown Gap and the Famous Roman Tower
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As we head into the coldest part of winter, most people probably are not thinking about hiking, but there is something about getting out in the woods during the colder months that really makes me happy. Maybe it is the quietness of the woods when there is snow on the ground, making one feel like…
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Gateway to Adventure: Friends of Rothrock State Forest Are Enhancing the Trail System at Musser Gap
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We are lucky here in the Centre Region to have so many outdoors opportunities that are just a stone’s throw away from our growing college town. Hop in a car and, in less than 15 minutes, hikers, bikers, horse riders, and runners can be at a trailhead to hit the byways of Rothrock State Forest.…
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The Allegheny Front Trail Offers Adventures – and Some Breathtaking Vistas – for Hikers of Various Skill Levels
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This story appears in the June 2021 issue of Town&Gown. Up in the Moshannon Forest, on the western edge of Centre County, the Allegheny Front Trail provides seemingly endless options for people looking to enjoy either a simple day hike or an overnight backpacking experience. With varied terrain that ranges from scampering along five trout…
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New Hiking Trail Unveiled in Boalsburg
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Nestled at the junction of South Atherton Street and Route 45 stretch 48 acres of one of the county’s most enchanting spots. After a concept was developed four years ago, the undertaking has resulted in a hiking trail unique to anything else Happy Valley has to offer.