Centre County

Centre County is an administrative county in central Pennsylvania featuring mountainous and forested terrain. The landscape includes multiple lakes and waterways, with Bellefonte serving as the administrative hub for county services.

The county formed in 1800 from sections of surrounding counties to provide better administration in the state's central region. Early development centered on mining and iron production, which gave the area economic importance.

Pennsylvania State University shapes life across the region, bringing students, researchers, and visitors to local communities. This presence has influenced cultural offerings, events, and the character of towns over many decades.

Most services for visitors and residents are centralized in Bellefonte, where administrative offices are easily accessible. The region offers a good mix of urban facilities and outdoor access with trails and recreation areas throughout.

During the 1800s, iron production was a major economic focus, with numerous furnaces shaping the industrial landscape. While that industry has faded, traces of this heritage remain visible at several locations across the region.

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: February 13, 1800

Capital city: Bellefonte

Shares border with: Clinton County, Mifflin County, Huntingdon County, Union County, Blair County, Clearfield County

Website: http://co.centre.pa.us

GPS coordinates: 40.91000,-77.82000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:21