Millbrook Marsh Nature Center

Tauhida akter 5 months ago

Such a lovely spot to spend a cozy evening with family. There’s plenty of parking, along with pavilions and BBQ areas that make it great for gatherings. The playgrounds are perfect for kids, and the boardwalk along the riverside is especially nice—peaceful and scenic. We were even lucky enough to spot a swan, which made the visit extra special. The restrooms were clean and well maintained.

Corinne Germanotta 2 years ago

I saw so many animals here, especially so many rabbits!! I even caught a mammal swimming which might have been a young beaver but it was hard to tell and it went under the water as soon as it noticed me. The nature center certainly seems to be effective at its efforts to conserve the marsh ecosystem, given all the animals I saw. The boardwalks are nice because you don’t have to worry about brush overgrowth or muddy areas in the path. However I was disappointed that the boardwalk which connects the front & back of the property was out of service when I visited, as well as the bird blind in the middle of the marsh. It’s also cool that this park connects to other parks as well as a bike trail that connects different parts of town so it’s easier for people to visit the nature center. They could use more signage at the beginning of trails to make the trailheads clear for hikers.

Barb Hauck-Mah (barbhmphilly) 2 years ago

This Nature Center offers free entry to boardwalk and grass trails around a marsh, that will take about 4000 steps to complete. There's a spot where 3 little streams meet, and a nice variety of native marsh plantings and trees. There's an outdoor art display along the trail with paintings created by kids and adults. On my visit, part of the boardwalk trail was closed for renovations. By the entrance, stop in to visit the gated pollinator garden. There's a free gravel parking lot for visitors, and the Center is close to the Penn State campus.

Sir Hc 4 years ago

I absolutely love this little wetland park. There are so many natural gems found here. Birding and butterflying are top notch with some interesting to uncommon species ie. Sedge Wren and Eyed Brown. I don't live anywhere near State College, but when I'm in town I come through and spend a couple hours here. The boardwalk and mowed paths make access easy and enjoyable. Staying on the boardwalk is a must.

Katie Lora Edited 6 years ago

I took the children I watch (aged 3&4) out for a scavenger hunt. The boardwalk was well kept and clearly marked. There were places to rest and relax, and it was all flat which was great for us all. We were able to see lots of animals and personally we did not see any snakes although I'm sure you could on the right day. They have a free little library filled with books and a nice pavilion for lunch. It's also very close to Spring Creek park and is easily accessible via bike path.