Picnicking Parks Near State College, Pennsylvania

Discover 2 parks for picnicking within driving distance of State College, Pennsylvania

Simon B. Elliott State Park

Clearfield, Pennsylvania
52 miles away

"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.

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Snyder-Middleswarth State Park

Snyder County, Pennsylvania
55 miles away

"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.

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