More to Discover Near Penn’s Cave
Penn’s Cave is located in Centre County, the heart of Pennsylvania, near State College and Penn State’s University Park campus. The area attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Just a few hours from Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Harrisburg, Scranton, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and New York City, Centre County offers a wealth of natural beauty in a peaceful rural setting. Here, visitors will discover warm hospitality, delightful attractions, comfortable lodging, unique museums, historic sites, and interesting shops.
Explore Pennsylvania's Other Show Caves
Looking to explore even more of Pennsylvania's underground wonders? Woodward Cave and Lincoln Caverns & Whisper Rocks are both within an hour of Penn's Cave and offer unique cave experiences of their own. For visitors who require accessible cave access, both locations offer accessible sections of their caverns with advance reservations.
Be sure to pick up a Central PA Cave Explorer Passport and visit all three participating caves to earn an exclusive Cave Explorer sticker while enjoying discounts at the second and third caves you visit.
Woodward Cavern
Woodward Cavern is located in Woodward, PA (about 25 minutes from Penn’s Cave) and has sections of its cavern that are accessible. While Woodward Cave is open year-round, its cavern tour season is somewhat limited (from May to mid October) because of the cave’s importance to the survival of its amazing inherent bat population!
Though the Woodward Cavern bat population was once decimated by White Nose Syndrome (which affected several caves, including Penn’s Cave), presently several thousand bats hibernate in Woodward Cave annually!
Woodward also has a beautiful, large campground that features hookup sites, primitive (non-hookup) sites, cabins and more!
For more information on Woodward Cave and Campground, call them at 814-349-9800 or visit their website.
Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks
Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks is also nearby, in Huntingdon, PA (about 45 minutes from Penn’s Cave) and, with advanced reservations required, offers accessible areas of its cavern through an original cavern entrance.
Lincoln’s extremely popular annual Ghosts & Goblin’s events are running again this October! In addition to its wonderful cavern, Lincoln is also known for its tremendous educational and workshop programs featured throughout the year! They are also located right near Raystown Lake – a popular Pennsylvania vacation spot!
For more information on Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks, please call them at (814) 643-0268 or visit their website.
Coach Tours
For our guests coming in from Toronto and Ontario, Canada, consider a leisurely visit to us onboard Tai Pan Tours and Safeway Tours!
Tai Pan Tours was founded in 1989 and, in addition to routinely visiting Penn's Cave on some of its United States bus tour routes, has evolved into a well established business with tours all over the world!
Likewise Safeway Tours is a leading tour company in the Greater Toronto Area offering numerous travel options and routinely visits Penn's Cave on some of its United States bus tour routes!
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Outdoor Recreation
Forested parts of the county teeming with fish and game and are favorite destinations for hunters and fisherman. The region’s beautiful state parks and picnic areas are popular family destinations for boating, camping, swimming, and hiking.
Poe Valley State Park
136 Poe Valley Rd, Penn Township, PA
Escape to the peaceful beauty of Poe Valley State Park, a 620-acre destination nestled within the Seven Mountains and surrounded by the Bald Eagle State Forest. Visitors can enjoy a scenic 25-acre lake, a sandy swimming beach, modern campsites, hiking opportunities, and excellent trout fishing in a tranquil mountain setting.
Poe Paddy State Park
1087 Poe Vly Rd, Woodward, PA
Tucked where Big Poe Creek meets Penns Creek, Poe Paddy State Park is a favorite destination for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. The park offers rustic campsites, lean-to shelters, access to popular hiking and biking trails, and some of the region's best trout fishing.
Penn-Roosevelt State Park
Penn-Roosevelt Park Rd.,Huntingdon, PA
For those looking to truly disconnect, Penn-Roosevelt State Park provides a quiet retreat deep within Rothrock State Forest. This secluded 41-acre park features primitive camping, easy access to the Mid State Trail, scenic gravel roads for cycling, and a peaceful forest atmosphere.
Bald Eagle State Park
149 Main Park Rd, Howard, PA
Centered around the expansive Foster Joseph Sayers Lake, Bald Eagle State Park spans nearly 5,900 acres and offers year-round outdoor recreation. Spend the day boating, kayaking, swimming, fishing, hiking, or camping while taking in beautiful mountain and lakeside views.
Reeds Gap State Park
1405 New Lancaster Valley Rd, Milroy, PA
Nestled in the quiet New Lancaster Valley, Reeds Gap State Park is a hidden gem for nature lovers. Towering hemlocks provide shade over peaceful campsites, while Honey Creek offers excellent trout fishing in a serene woodland setting perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Hunting Near Penn's Cave
While hunting is not permitted on the Penn's Cave property, Centre County is home to numerous State Game Lands and public hunting areas. Explore nearby opportunities and plan your outdoor adventure through the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
Discover More Outdoor Adventures
Whether you're planning a weekend camping trip or a longer outdoor vacation, the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau can help you discover parks, trails, scenic drives, events, and other unforgettable experiences throughout Central Pennsylvania.
Camping & RV Information
Penn’s Cave does not accommodate overnight camping/guests. The closest campground is approximately 5 miles away: Grange Park, a beautiful, year-round campground and home to the historic annual Grange Fair (during the last full week of August, ending just prior to Labor Day) and a large equine center.
Be sure to check out the campground located at Woodward Cave, about 25 minutes from us. Camping is also available near Lincoln Caverns by Raystown Lake in Huntingdon, PA
While we do not accommodate overnight camping, we do have a large gravel parking lot that can accommodate large rigs, campers (5th wheel, buses, and bumper pulls), tour buses, etc., and parking is free at our facility during park hours. The large parking lot is located across Penn's Cave Road from the historic Penn's Cave House. From Sara Campbell Lane, turn onto Penn's Cave Road—the lot will be on your right, designated as an overflow and RV parking area.
Grange Park
169 Homan Lane, Centre Hall, PA
Set on 264 scenic acres in Penns Valley, Grange Park is home to the annual Centre County Grange Fair and hosts festivals, equestrian events, dog shows, and Penn State tailgating throughout the year. More than 1,500 RV sites with water and electric hookups are available outside of Grange Fair week.
Woodward Campground
147 Woodward Cave Dr, Woodward, PA
Located near Woodward Cave, this family-friendly campground offers a peaceful mountain getaway with RV sites, private tent camping, and cozy cabin rentals. Campers also enjoy a camp store, hot showers, modern restrooms, and easy access to Bald Eagle State Forest and Penns Creek.
Warrior Ridge Campground at Lincoln Caverns
7703 William Penn Highway (U.S. Route 22), Huntingdon, PA
Nestled on the grounds of Lincoln Caverns, Warrior Ridge Campground offers a secluded, primitive camping experience surrounded by peaceful woodlands just minutes from Huntingdon. Its natural amphitheater setting makes it a unique destination for campers.
Raystown Lake Region Campgrounds
Choose from a variety of campgrounds throughout the Raystown Lake Region, whether you prefer lakeside camping, wooded retreats, or full-service resorts. The area offers endless opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, and relaxing in Pennsylvania's largest lake region.
Seven Points Campground
6256 Seven Points Rd, Hesston, PA
Located on Raystown Lake, Seven Points features more than 260 campsites with easy access to beaches, hiking and biking trails, boat launches, and a marina. Campers enjoy modern bathhouses, hot showers, water stations, and RV dump facilities.
Campgrounds at Lake Raystown Resort
3101 Chipmunk Crossing, Entriken, PA
Lake Raystown Resort offers everything from RV and tent sites to cabins, villas, yurts, and lodge accommodations for every style of camper. Guests also enjoy lake recreation, family activities, and resort amenities just steps from the water.