Happy Valley is home to numerous hidden trails that offer breathtaking vistas and serene landscapes. Here are some of the best-kept secrets for hikers seeking solitude and stunning scenery.
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/secret-hikes-with-unforgettable-views-in-happy-valley
Just five minutes from Downtown State College, Boalsburg’s storybook village is steeped in history and brimming with small-town charm. Recognized as the Birthplace of Memorial Day in Pennsylvania, the welcoming little community offers visitors a blend of…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/exploring-happy-valley-enjoy-a-day-in-historic-boalsburg
Heading to Happy Valley for sports camps or tournaments, a Penn State Athletics event, or a college visit for a future Nittany Lion? State College offers a surprising mix of adventure, entertainment, and Instagram-worthy spots perfect for teens to enjoy.
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/traveling-with-teens-happy-valley-has-a-lot-to-offer
When average employees take part in “team-building” exercises with their coworkers, they might participate in a scavenger hunt or trivia game. But at Appalachian Outdoors, you might end up ascending Mount Aconcagua in Argentina, the highest mountain in…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/appalachian-outdoors-where-all-great-adventures-begin
Nestled within the lush and scenic surroundings of The Arboretum at Penn State, the new Palmer Museum of Art offers a one-of-a-kind experience that seamlessly blends art, architecture, and nature. Home to the largest art collection between Philadelphia…
*Crunch* The sound of a crispy leaf that you step on in the fall. Or maybe it’s your boot on fresh snow in wintertime, a springtime snack in the forest, a rocky summit in the summer heat. Happy Valley offers year-round enjoyment of nature, with miles of…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/eco-friendly-and-sustainable-tourism-in-happy-valley
If you’re planning your trip to Happy Valley, you may not realize that you’ll also be intersecting with one of Pennsylvania’s most remote parts of the state — the Pennsylvania Wilds. Bellefonte and Philipsburg, two beloved Happy Valley communities, offer…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/bellefonte-and-philipsburg-your-gateways-to-the-pa-wilds
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to get in the spirit of love than by hearing stories from two of Happy Valley’s most inspiring couples? Senior Correspondent Rebecca Petner of The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau recently sat…
As Centre County’s destination marketing organization, The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau’s (HVAB) mission is to promote all that is special about the communities and valleys that comprise our one big Happy Valley, PA. For HVAB leadership and staff,…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/what-do-you-love-about-happy-valley
They don't call it Happy Valley for nothing! As a hyperlocal content creator/influencer who loves sharing all things State College, Penn State, and Happy Valley, I'm always excited to introduce people to the vibrant community I call home. With its…
https://dispatch.happyvalley.com/blog/highlighting-the-happy-in-downtown-state-college
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