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Centre County, Pennsylvania

County seat: Bellefonte

Centre County sits in the Nittany Valley and is dominated by Penn State's University Park campus and the borough of State College. Surrounding it are historic Bellefonte, farmland and forested ridges with state parks.

Cities, Towns & Communities

2 full community guides available in this county.

Attractions

  • Penn State University Park
  • The Arboretum at Penn State
  • Mount Nittany

Parks & Recreation

  • Bald Eagle State Park
  • Black Moshannon State Park
  • Rothrock State Forest

Transportation

I-80, I-99 and Route 322 serve the county, with CATA buses in the State College area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the county seat of Centre County?

Bellefonte is the seat of Centre County. State College is the largest borough.

Is Penn State in Centre County?

Yes. Penn State's University Park campus is in State College, Centre County.

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