Visit

FROM THE SOUTH (I-81, I-83, Routes 11/15)
The Ned Smith Center is about a one-half hour drive from the intersection of I-81 and Routes 22/322. Follow 22/322 West along the Susquehanna River. At Dauphin you can take Route 225 toward Halifax. (Note: This way will take you over Peter’s Mountain. It is a scenic ride with nice views, but if you or your driver is uncomfortable with heights, you will want to take Route 147).
At Halifax, Route 225 intersects with Route 147. Follow Route 147 North through Halifax (Note: Keep your eye out for a couple of 90 degree turns). Millersburg is about 8 miles ahead on Route 147. Right before entering Millersburg, you will see a large “Welcome to Millersburg” sign. At the top of the hill at the square, take a Right onto Route 209 North. Follow Rt 209 about a mile and a half and go Right onto Water Company Road. The Center entrance is down the hill on the right.
If you chose not to go over Peter’s Mountain, follow 22/322 West towards Clark’s Ferry. Right before you cross the Susquehanna, take Route 147 North to Halifax. You will eventually come to the intersection of Route 147 and Route 225. You will see a Sheetz gas station. Turn Left onto Route 147 North heading toward Millersburg. Proceed as noted above.
FROM THE NORTH (From I-80, Route 15, Route 11)
At Sunbury, take Route 147 South toward Millersburg. On entering Millersburg, at the square, take a Left onto Route 209 North. Follow Rt 209 about a mile and a half and go Right onto Water Company Road. The Center entrance is down the hill on the right.
FROM THE EAST (From I-81, I-78)
Get on Route 209 heading West. You will pass through a number of small towns. The last small town to our East is Elizabethville (8 miles to go). Follow Route 209 West towards Millersburg. Pass the Weis Market on your right and the next road you come to on the Left after Weis is Water Company Road. Go Left onto Water Company Road. The Center entrance is down the hill on the right.
FROM THE WEST (Routes 22/322, State College)
From Routes 22/322, cross the Susquehanna River at Clark’s Ferry. This is just a short way after crossing Routes 11/15. Right after crossing the river, take Route 147 North toward Halifax. At Halifax, Route 147 intersects with Route 225. Follow Route 147 North toward Millersburg (Note: Watch for a couple of 90 degree turns). On entering Millersburg, you will see a large “Welcome to Millersburg” sign. At the top of the hill at the square, take a Right onto Route 209 North. Follow Rt 209 about a mile and a half and go Right onto Water Company Road. The Center entrance is down the hill on the right.
TAKING THE MILLERSBURG FERRY (available only in season)
It can be a wonderful experience to take the Millersburg Ferry across the Susquehanna River on the last wooden stern-wheel ferry in the United States. The Ferry only operates daily in the Summer and on weekends in the late Spring or early Fall. There is a small fee. Information and schedule available at 717-692-2442.

From Routes 11/15 find the Ferry landing south of Liverpool near the intersection of Route 34 at the Ferry Boat Campground. When you exit the ferry, make a right turn on to River Street. Proceed South on River Street. Make a left on Pine. Follow Pine up the hill and go left onto Route 147. Very soon, at the top of the hill at the square, take a Right onto Route 209 North. Follow Rt 209 about a mile and a half and go Right onto Water Company Road. The Center entrance is down the hill on the right.

Lands and Trails Use Guidelines:

All trails remain FREE to use and OPEN YEAR-ROUND from dawn to dusk.
HORSEBACK RIDING is permitted on the Rail Trail and Berry's Mountain Trail. Locate parking on the trail map.
MOUNTAIN BIKING is NOT ALLOWED on most trails. Bikes are allowed on the Rail Trail and Berry's Mountain Trail. NSC trails are not designed for mountain biking and are extremely susceptible to erosion, an issue which can be worsened by mountain bike traffic.
MODIFICATION of current trails, addition of new trails, or destruction of trails or property is prohibited and illegal on public property. The NSC's trail system was designed and mapped intentionally. Please do not add to natural damage from erosion and regular usage by marking new trails or adding barriers along existing trails.
NO MOTORIZED VEHICLES are permitted on property. Dirt bikes and ATVs can create substantial damage on trails, as well as be dangerous on walking trails for both hikers and wildlife. No NSC trails are designated for use by motorized vehicles.
PUBLIC HUNTING is permitted. See below. Hikers are encouraged to wear orange during hunting season.

HUNTING

Public hunting is ONLY permitted on the Ned Smith Center lands in the areas south of the Rail Trail to the top of Berry’s Mountain. Public hunting is NOT PERMITTED on Ned Smith Center lands from the Rail Trail north to Route 209. This is due to the high volume of non-hunting hikers, anglers, and the general public that visit the Center and enjoy its lands. Hunters unsure about areas where hunting is permitted have the responsibility to contact the Center for clarification.

Additionally, because hunting is permitted on certain areas of the Center’s lands, the Center strongly encourages everyone using the trails during all hunting seasons to wear orange. Orange vests are available for loan from the Gift Shop during open hours, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m (or from the downstairs offices).

The Ned Smith Center has permitted public hunting since acquiring our lands in 1993 and has a long-established cooperative agreement with the Pennsylvania Game Commission. The Center is voluntarily enrolled in the Game Commission's Hunter Access Program to provide additional hunting and trapping opportunities to our state's sportsmen. In support of responsible hunting, we follow all state hunting regulations and we ask hunters to do the same so that we can continue to make our lands available for hunting.

Game Commission regulations require hunters to mark portable hunting stands with durable ID tags that include the hunter's name and address OR a Game Commission ID number issued for this purpose, OR a CID number. Portable stands also must not damage trees. Any stands in violation of this regulation or left after hunting season will be removed.

Nature Through A Master's Eye

Did you grow up, like so many Pennsylvanians, eager to find the new PA Game News in your mailbox? Today, Ned Smith's masterworks are displayed on the walls of the Ned Smith Gallery, no longer bound by the magazine's dimensions, for all fans of Ned Smith and nature art to enjoy.

Special thanks to the Pennsylvania Game Commission for their generous support of the Ned Smith Gallery. Be sure to check out the “From the Collection of the Pennsylvania Game Commission” wall, featuring a rotating mini exhibit of Ned’s work, owned by PGC.

Looking for a unique, tranquil and beautiful outdoor wedding venue or the perfect spot for your next reunion, meeting or other rental? Look no further. Nestled among over 500 acres of breathtaking, rustic beauty, the Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art offers the perfect spot for your next function.

Our indoor and outdoor facilities -- from a single meeting room to the entire site -- may be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis when requested spaces and staffing allow.

Click on the appropriate option below to review rental guidelines and rates for your event. Then contact info@nedsmithcenter.org to find out whether space is available for your selected date. If it is, complete the form and return it to info@nedsmithcenter.org.

The Nature's Discovery Play Area is one of the Center's most popular attractions for families. A "yes" space for children of all ages, the play area features a tree fort, pebble play-pit, and burrow for shelter-building. The play area is open year round and sits just past the trail head off the parking lot. The nearby picnic area provides a shady area to enjoy a packed lunch and is complete with trash and recycling disposal, as well as a water fountain. Kids are free to explore the play area, surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of the forest around them!

Dogs must be on leash

This is pretty self-explanatory! While this does differ from previous, more open guidelines of dogs needing to be “under direct control of their owner,” we now ask that dogs remain leashed while visiting the Center for everyone's safety!

Pick up after your dog

Please make sure you have your poop bags on hand and pick up your dog’s waste while walking. Dog poop can carry bacteria and parasites which can harm the surrounding soil, water and environment, as well as make other inquisitive dogs sick!

No pets in the gallery or gift shop

While we are always excited to greet well-behaved pets downstairs in our administrative and education offices, please refrain from bringing pets into the gallery or gift shop. Due to the nature of displaying art, it is best for the artwork if your furry friends stay outside.

VISIT

DIRECTIONS

FROM THE SOUTH (I-81, I-83, Routes 11/15)

FROM THE NORTH (From I-80, Route 15, Route 11)

FROM THE EAST (From I-81, I-78)

FROM THE WEST (Routes 22/322, State College)

TAKING THE MILLERSBURG FERRY (available only in season)

LANDS AND TRAILS

GALLERIES

Olewine Gallery

CURRENT EXHIBITION:

Ned Smith Gallery

Romberger Gallery

CURRENT EXHIBITION:

ARTIST EXHIBITION FORM

RENTALS & WEDDINGS

PICNIC & PLAY AREA

PET ETIQUETTE

COLORING PAGES

Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art

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Hours

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