Explore the Happy Valley, Pennsylvania GeoTour (GT4E2)! Get ready for an unforgettable geocaching adventure in one of Pennsylvania's most charming regions.

The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau (HVAB) and the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC) announced a new initiative to support local farmers and agritourism destinations with the launch of the Fresh from the Field digital passport trail.

Hiking in a forest alone never crossed my mind as something I would be doing before 2023. I had barely set foot in a forest. As a former long-distance runner, I thrived on the adrenaline of a long run. Never would I see myself hiking slowly through a forest, having to be aware of such things as snakes and bears. After the passing of my mother in late 2020, I thought I would use running to heal, but I found that I could no longer find the motivation to do so. After many failed attempts to return to running, I began walking instead.

If you love the thrill and challenge of mountain biking, you know that when bikers discuss the best places to test their skills, the mountain ridges that surround Happy Valley are often mentioned. This area has become a premier East Coast destination for mountain bikers of all skill levels, who are drawn to the hundreds of miles of trails (290 miles in Rothrock State Forest alone) it has to offer.

From expansive farmlands to lush mountain forests, from clear limestone streams to tree-lined neighborhoods, Happy Valley is rich in scenery. Local pastel artist Jennifer Shuey’s work is synonymous with the natural beauty of Happy Valley, capturing its scenic and agricultural lands and waters in a way that is both delicate and vibrant. We tapped into her deep appreciation for the area and her talent to gain insights into what she does best, plein air painting.

Welcome to the heart of outdoor adventure – Happy Valley, Pennsylvania! With over 750,000 acres of public lands, including Moshannon, Sproul, Bald Eagle, and Rothrock State Forests, Happy Valley is the ultimate base camp for your outdoor activities. Whether you're into hiking, biking, geocaching, or just exploring by foot or car, we've got it all right here.

Calling all outdoor recreation enthusiasts and nature lovers: the all-new Purple Lizard Pennsylvania Statewide Outdoor Recreation Map has just launched!

“Stories, to me, are puzzles,” media content creator Pablo Lopez said. How will the story make the audience feel, think and behave, and what does that journey look like?

Alumni will say there are a few things that every student must do while at Penn State: climb Mount Nittany; take a photo at the Nittany Lion Shrine; enjoy a scoop of or more at the famous Berkey Creamery; spend a sunny day at Whipple Dam; or stroll through the Arboretum. As the official tourism promotion agency for Centre County, The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau (HVAB) has plenty of inspiration for ways to enjoy the beautiful valleys and unique communities that comprise our big Happy Valley. Start by adding fall fun to your list at some of the county’s most popular farms and farm markets.