Simon B. Elliott State Park
"Home to Penn State University, State College residents and students visit Simon B. Elliott State Park for a peaceful alternative to busier parks, enjoying its trout streams, CCC history, and uncrowded woodland setting."
A secluded, forested state park in central Pennsylvania known for trout fishing, CCC-era history, and quiet woodland recreation.
Snyder-Middleswarth State Park
"As the home of Penn State, State College draws students and residents seeking a peaceful escape into the old-growth hemlock groves and cool streamside picnic areas of Snyder-Middleswarth State Park."
A small, secluded Pennsylvania state park featuring old-growth hemlock, a cool mountain stream, and quiet picnic areas in central Snyder County.


