For all of you who like the great outdoors, State College and the surrounding areas have much to offer:

State Parks:
State Parks provide a variety of activities during all seasons. Here are some that may pique your interest...

Hiking:
Central Pennsylvania has some of the most scenic and challenging hiking trails in the northeast ranging from a little over a mile (Alan Seeger Trail) to hundreds of miles long (Mid-State Trail). Here are just a few...

Golf:
There are six public and private golf courses in Centre County...

Skiing:
Skiers in State College are within 2 hours of various local resorts and within 3 hours of the Poconos, a large Eastern Pennsylvania ski area with 13 resorts...

Caving:
Pennsylvania has one of the most extensive cave networks in the nation, and many are found local to State College...

Rock Climbing/Rappelling:
Since State College is so mountainous, you have your pick as to where you would like to rock climb or repel...

Biking:
Due to State College's topography, biking is a challenging endeavor. You can ride an easy trail at one of the state parks, or you can test your skill at the deer pen trails...

Pertinent Telephone Numbers:

State Forests: (717) 783-7941 Information on hiking, hunting, sightseeing, wildlife, primitive camping and backpacking, cross country skiing, mountain biking, snowmobiling, ATV trails, natural areas, and plant sanctuaries.

Fish and Boat Commission: (717) 657-4518 Information on maps, license agents, seasons/sizes/creel limits, fishing and boating laws, access areas, and boat registration.

Game Commission: (717) 783-7507 Information on hunting and fur-taking licenses, wildlife, publications and videos, watchable wildlife, game land maps, elk viewing, bald eagles, and black bears.

*To find out more about outdoor activities, visit http://www.clubs.psu.edu/outing