Mount Nittany is a 2077-foot mountain located in State College, Pennsylvania, a few miles from Pennsylvania State University. The mountain is an important landmark for the town of State College and Penn State University, and even the football team is called the Nittany Lions. From the top of Mount Nittany you have a fantastic view of Happy Valley, which is the State College area. There is a 3 to 4-mile-long path that goes around the mountain. It is not used much and offers a pleasant, solitary hike. You will gain about a 700 feet in elevation right away, so expect a solid climb up the mountain. The path is well marked and maintained and there is a map at the trailhead. Follow the trail to the top, where the circle hike begins; just follow the white blazes and you will soon come across one of the main viewing places. The trail is a full circle, so you will not miss any of the lookouts.

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