Discover Central Pennsylvania

Penn's Cave is nestled in firmly in Penns Valley. Stepping into this tranquil region uncovers a landscape defined by rolling agricultural fields, hidden underground limestone cavern networks, and deep mountain gaps.

• Route 192: If you take a drive on Route 192 through Madisonburg and Rebersburg, you can see Amish farms unchanged for nearly two centuries. For a special treat, enjoy a meal at our local Amish Coop, Kinfork in Madisonburg, PA, and get dessert at Mammy's Donut Shop in Rebersburg, PA. While you are there, pick up a special gift at Fisher's Shoe and Saddle Shop and Elk Creek Dry Goods.
• Woodward Cave: Known as "The Coral Cavern," this site displays complex stalactite formations, sea fossils, and features an easily accessible walk-through layout. It is vital to Pennsylvania bat population and has the largest column formation of all PA caves.
• Millheim: A creative, walkable small town featuring local artisan markets, a community-centric craft brewery, and lively grassroots music venues.
• Poe Paddy and Poe Valley State Park: Tucked deep within the surrounding state forest, this serene park features a peaceful lake ideal for swimming, kayaking, and remote camping.

Photo courtesy Nicholas A. Tonelli

State College, the county’s largest borough, offers specialty shops, fine dining, exciting nightlife, and big name entertainment. This growing community combines the excitement of a big city with the relaxed atmosphere of a small town. 

From experiencing high-energy Penn State football games and other sports events to top entertainers featured at the Penn State Bryce Jordan Center , to visiting Boalsburg – the town that founded Memorial Day, to cheering on Ironman Happy Valley competitors, viewing the tremendous fireworks display during Central PA 4th Fest , shopping at the amazing Central PA Festival of the Arts , camping, hiking and everything in between – there are always plenty of things to do in Happy Valley any time of the year! 

For more information on events and other nearby attractions in our area, please visit our local tourist bureau, Happy Valley Adventure Bureau.

This bustling hub perfectly pairs the youthful energy of a major college town with beautifully preserved Victorian architecture and extensive public parklands.

• State College: Home to Penn State University, featuring the blooming displays at The Arboretum at Penn State and legendary ice cream at the Berkey Creamery.
• Bellefonte: A historic town renowned for its stunning Victorian architecture, antique shops, and the scenic waterfront walkways at Talleyrand Park.
• Mount Nittany: The region’s iconic hiking challenge, offering panoramic views of the entire valley floor and university campus from the Mike Lynch Overlook.

Stretching between Bald Eagle Mountain and the high Allegheny Front, this valley is the ultimate basecamp for water sports, birdwatching, and rugged backcountry trail exploring.

• Bald Eagle State Park: A massive lakeside destination centering on the 1,730-acre Foster Joseph Sayers Reservoir, highly popular for motorized boating, swimming beaches, and shoreline fishing.
• Soaring Eagle Wetland: A fully ADA-accessible wildlife refuge featuring specialized observation blinds built to view migratory waterfowl and bald eagles along the creek.