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Hike along 300 million year old rock beds, featuring passageways and outcroppings perfect for climbing. Bilger's Rocks Bilger's Rocks, Bilgers Rocks Road, Grampian, PA, USA Hike along 300 million year old rock beds, featuring passageways and outcroppings perfect for climbing. For information about guided outings at this or other locations, visit our Events . About This Destination Find yourself in awe of the exposed sandstone and forested paths of Bilger's rocks. Explore all day as you hike along 300 million year old rock beds, featuring passageways and outcroppings perfect for climbing. The park offers tours, special events, campgrounds and more. Plan Your Visit This Destination is managed by: Bilger's Rocks Association For more information about visiting this Destination, visit: Bilger's Rocks Association maps Google Maps Location (for Self-guided Outings) Centred Outdoors Outing Map (if available) ADA Accessibility Not ADA accessible. See Destination website for more information. Visit On Your Own Bilger's Rocks, Bilgers Rocks Road, Grampian, PA, USA Googlemap

Descriptions of Centred Outdoors outing difficulty levels: Easy, Moderate, or Difficulty. outing difficulty levels Centred Outdoors guided outings are listed as Easy , Moderate , or Difficult . Hike distance does not necessarily indicate whether an outing is difficult — a .5 mile hike up a mountainside is more difficult than a .5 mile walk in a park! The following guide should help you decide whether an outing is suited to your own abilities or comfort level. If you have questions regarding a specific trail or event, please contact us ! All Events Easy Moderate Difficult Accessible Wellness Fresh Air Walks Transportation Easy Trail or path may be paved, gravel, dirt, or grass. Very little elevation change. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Some trail sections may be ADA accessible; check the destination details. Recommended Gear Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. Full water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray. similar to Spring Creek Canyon Millbrook Marsh Soaring Eagle Wetland See Easy Outings moderate Trail or path may be dirt or grass. Rocks, tree roots, or similar obstacles may exist. Some elevation change. Recommended Gear Sturdy hiking shoes or boots recommended. Water-resistant footwear may be desired in wet areas. Trekking poles will assist with balance over obstacles. Full water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray. similar to Rhoneymeade Scotia Barrens Galbraith Gap See Moderate Outings difficult Trail or path is rocky and/or steep. Trail may include large boulders or other obstacles. May include significant elevation change or distance. Recommended Gear Sturdy hiking shoes or boots required. Day packs suggested for carrying water and snacks. Trekking poles will assist over obstacles and with steep climbs or descents. Full water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray. similar to Tussey Mountain Trail Jackson Trail Spruce Gap See Difficult Outings

A complete list of our free guided outings, wellness activities, and other related events. Centred Outdoors events Centred Outdoors hosts free guided outings and wellness activities. Wellness programs require registration in advance. Guided Outings do not require registration. Some events include multiple dates and times. Click on an individual event to see additional dates, or scroll down to see the Calendar View for the entire season. For information about visiting these or other locations on your own, see All Destinations . All programs are held rain or shine. Cancellations for severe weather or unhealthy conditions will be announced on our website and social media accounts. About Difficulty Levels Grid View Calendar View All Events Easy Moderate Difficult Accessible Wellness Fresh Air Walks Transportation Speaker Series: Spring Adventure Prep Thu, Mar 05 Webster's Bookstore Cafe More info Details Winter Wellness: Art in Nature Sun, Mar 08 Rhoneymeade More info Details Community Campfire Fri, Mar 20 Rhoneymeade More info Details Jr. Naturalist Play Days Sun, Mar 29 Millbrook Marsh More info Details Visit On Your Own Explore on your own, anytime! Visit the Explore tab for destinations! More info Learn more Back to List View Upcoming Events March 2026 Today Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Calendar View Grid View

Rhoneymeade, the historic homestead of Grange Fair founder, Leonard Rhone hosts a wide variety of plant species and art. Take an invigorating 2-mile hike around the grounds or a shorter, 0.5 mile walking tour of the gardens around the homestead. No pets permitted. Visit Rhoneymeade's website for hours prior to visiting. Rhoneymeade 177 Rimmey Road, Centre Hall, PA, USA Rhoneymeade, the historic homestead of Grange Fair founder, Leonard Rhone hosts a wide variety of plant species and art. Take an invigorating 2-mile hike around the grounds or a shorter, 0.5 mile walking tour of the gardens around the homestead. No pets permitted. Visit Rhoneymeade's website for hours prior to visiting. For information about guided outings at this or other locations, visit our Events . About This Destination Rhoneymeade, the historic homestead of Grange Fair founder, Leonard Rhone hosts a wide variety of plant species and art. This timeless setting is nestled between the Nittany and Tussey Mountains. In 1986, ClearWater Conservancy finalized its first conservation easement on the Rhoneymeade Farm, permanently removing development rights on the 186-acre property. An arboretum and sculpture garden, as well as historic buildings, dot the property. Hike around the 150-acre working farm that includes a wooded labyrinth loop, or tour the 6-acre public gardens which surround the house and contain outdoor sculptures, ancient specimen trees, and fantastic vistas. Guests can take an invigorating 2-mile hike around the 150-acre working farm or a shorter, 0.5 mile walking tour of the six-acre public gardens filled with outdoor sculpture, ancient specimen trees and fantastic vistas. Please leave pets at home and note these tips while visiting Rhoneymeade. Visit Rhoneymeade's website for information about hours prior to visiting. GPS Link for this location: 177 Rimmey Rd, Centre Hall, PA 16828 Plan Your Visit This Destination is managed by: Rhoneymeade For more information about visiting this Destination, visit: Rhoneymeade maps Google Maps Location (for Self-guided Outings) Centred Outdoors Outing Map (if available) ADA Accessibility Not ADA accessible. See Destination website for more information. Visit On Your Own 177 Rimmey Road, Centre Hall, PA, USA Googlemap

The Little Flat Fire Tower,  a memorable landmark along the Mid-State Trail, was constructed in the mid-1900's to help spot wildfires in the state forest. Explore a popular 3.6 mile hiking loop in this area, or park near the tower and explore shorter sections of the Mid-State and Old Laurel Run Trails. Little Flat Fire Tower Area Little Flat Fire Tower, Little Flat Tower Road, State College, PA, USA The Little Flat Fire Tower, a memorable landmark along the Mid-State Trail, was constructed in the mid-1900's to help spot wildfires in the state forest. Explore a popular 3.6 mile hiking loop in this area, or park near the tower and explore shorter sections of the Mid-State and Old Laurel Run Trails. For information about guided outings at this or other locations, visit our Events . About This Destination The Little Flat Fire Tower, a memorable landmark along the Mid-State Trail, was constructed in the early-1900's to help spot wildfires in the state forest. Explore a popular 3.6 mile hiking loop in this area, or park near the tower and explore shorter sections of the Mid-State and Old Laurel Run Trails. Depending on the season, blooming mountain laurel, blueberry bushes, fragrant areas of fern, mushrooms, and massive rhododendrons await you in this awe-inspiring area of forest. The base of the tower is a lovely picnic spot the area also boasts a multitude of divergent trails to explore. Address & Parking Info: 🚗 **There is typically a closed gate about a mile from this GPS location Click here for the exact GPS coordinate of the parking lot . Plan Your Visit This Destination is managed by: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources For more information about visiting this Destination, visit: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources maps Google Maps Location (for Self-guided Outings) Centred Outdoors Outing Map (if available) ADA Accessibility Not ADA accessible. See Destination website for more information. Visit On Your Own Little Flat Fire Tower, Little Flat Tower Road, State College, PA, USA Googlemap

This hike offers a chance to explore the Cooper's Gap and Chestnut Spring area of Rothrock Forest. Dutch Alvin Trail Jackson Township, PA, USA This hike offers a chance to explore the Cooper's Gap and Chestnut Spring area of Rothrock Forest. For information about guided outings at this or other locations, visit our Events . About This Destination This hike offers a chance to explore the Cooper's Gap and Chestnut Spring area of Rothrock Forest. Meander along the mountain laurels, hemlocks, and tall-standing pines of the Dutch Alvin Trail as you gently ascend to the ridge. Clearings of open forest at the summit allow views of Broad Mountain and surrounding natural areas to the west. Don’t forget to enjoy some blueberries along the way when in season! Plan Your Visit This Destination is managed by: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources For more information about visiting this Destination, visit: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources maps Google Maps Location (for Self-guided Outings) Centred Outdoors Outing Map (if available) ADA Accessibility Not ADA accessible. See Destination website for more information. Visit On Your Own Jackson Township, PA, USA Googlemap

This path is known for its flowing terrain, making it accessible for hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers alike. Lonberger Path State College, PA, USA This path is known for its flowing terrain, making it accessible for hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers alike. For information about guided outings at this or other locations, visit our Events . About This Destination Experience the natural beauty of Rothrock State Forest by exploring the Lonberger Path, a trail that offers a serene experience for outdoor enthusiasts. This path is known for its flowing terrain, making it accessible for hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers alike. Encounter a variety of forest ecosystems, including stands of Eastern hemlock and Eastern white pine, which are characteristic of the area's natural heritage. Lonberger Path is most easily accessed from the Galbraith Gap Parking Area, and a short hike along the Galbraith Gap trail to Lonberger. There is also a small pull-off for 2-3 vehicles where Lonberger Path begins on Laurel Run Rd. Plan Your Visit This Destination is managed by: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources For more information about visiting this Destination, visit: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources maps Google Maps Location (for Self-guided Outings) Centred Outdoors Outing Map (if available) ADA Accessibility See Destination website for more information or contact Managing organization. Visit On Your Own State College, PA, USA Rothrock State Forest Googlemap

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Guests can enjoy the lake starting at either the north or south access areas. The 2-mile loop can be broken into many shorter treks while exploring the manmade lake. Colyer Lake Colyer Lake, Potter Township, PA, USA Guests can enjoy the lake starting at either the north or south access areas. The 2-mile loop can be broken into many shorter treks while exploring the manmade lake. For information about guided outings at this or other locations, visit our Events . About This Destination Colyer Lake is a year-round favorite location among boaters, fishing enthusiasts, hikers, cyclists, and even ice skaters. An easy-to-follow trail through the forest encircles the entire lake to reveal beautiful scenes and signs of the biodiversity it supports. Colyer Lake is home to year-round residents, so please drive cautiously and explore courteously during your visit. GPS Link to this location: Colyer Lake, Potter Twp., PA Plan Your Visit This Destination is managed by: PA Fish and Boat Commission For more information about visiting this Destination, visit: PA Fish and Boat Commission maps Google Maps Location (for Self-guided Outings) Centred Outdoors Outing Map (if available) ADA Accessibility Not ADA accessible. See Destination website for more information. Visit On Your Own Colyer Lake, Potter Township, PA, USA Googlemap

Travel from Alan Seeger to Greenwood Furnace Fire Tower on this section of the Standing Stone Trail. Greenwood Spur Alan Seeger Natural Area, Huntingdon, PA, USA Travel from Alan Seeger to Greenwood Furnace Fire Tower on this section of the Standing Stone Trail. For information about guided outings at this or other locations, visit our Events . About This Destination High above the old-growth trees of Alan Seeger Natural Area, on top of Broad Mountain, stands the Greenwood Fire Tower. At 2,376 ft, this point marks the highest spot along the Standing Stone Trail. This section is known as the Greenwood Spur, marking the most northern portion of the SST. The hike from Alan Seeger to the top of Broad Mountain is short, but very steep, so be ready for a climb! Plan Your Visit This Destination is managed by: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources For more information about visiting this Destination, visit: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources maps Google Maps Location (for Self-guided Outings) Centred Outdoors Outing Map (if available) ADA Accessibility Not ADA accessible. See Destination website for more information. Visit On Your Own Alan Seeger Natural Area, Huntingdon, PA, USA Googlemap

Connect with the past while visiting a monument in honor of James Cleveland, an airmail pilot who passed away in May 1931 in a plane crash on Mount Nittany between Centre Hall and Pleasant Gap. James Cleveland Trail James Cleveland Trail, Greens Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA, USA Connect with the past while visiting a monument in honor of James Cleveland, an airmail pilot who passed away in May 1931 in a plane crash on Mount Nittany between Centre Hall and Pleasant Gap. For information about guided outings at this or other locations, visit our Events . About This Destination The James Cleveland Trail begins at Greens Valley Road. Connect with the past via hike up to a monument in honor of James Cleveland, an airmail pilot who passed away in May 1931 in a plane crash on Mount Nittany between Centre Hall and Pleasant Gap. Follow the trail to reach the top where an inscribed pillar and wreckage from the tragic accident memorialize this prominent piece of Centre County history. Plan Your Visit This Destination is managed by: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources For more information about visiting this Destination, visit: PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources maps Google Maps Location (for Self-guided Outings) Centred Outdoors Outing Map (if available) ADA Accessibility Not ADA accessible. See Destination website for more information. Visit On Your Own James Cleveland Trail, Greens Valley Road, Centre Hall, PA, USA Googlemap