Day Trips from State College
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The best breweries and craft beer destinations within driving distance of State College, PA. Taprooms, brewery tours, and beer gardens that are worth the drive. Real ratings, drive times, and booking links included.
12 breweries near State College
Tub Town Brewing
Bath, NY 14810
Just 2 hrs 29 min from State College, rated 5.0 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Forbes Trail Brewing
Stoystown, PA 15563
Just 1 hr 39 min from State College, rated 5.0 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Back Mountain Brewing Company
Dallas, PA 18612
Just 2 hrs 11 min from State College, rated 4.9 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Bearded Lady Brewery
Elizabethville, PA 17023
Just 1 hr 38 min from State College, rated 4.8 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Pilger Ruh Brewery & Taproom
Pottsville, PA 17901
Just 2 hrs 13 min from State College, rated 4.8 stars by 114 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
The Dead Canary Brewing Company
Philipsburg, PA 16866
Just 34 min from State College, rated 4.8 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Hemauer Brewing Co.
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Just 1 hr 42 min from State College, rated 4.8 stars by 149 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Floating Feathers Brewing Company
Mill Hall, PA 17751
Just 38 min from State College, rated 4.8 stars by 367 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Cushwa Brewing Company
Williamsport, MD 21795
Just 2 hrs 24 min from State College, rated 4.8 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Straub Brewery Visitor Center & Tap Room
St Marys, PA 15857
Just 1 hr 37 min from State College, rated 4.7 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Hidden Stories Brewing Company
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
Just 1 hr 22 min from State College, rated 4.7 stars, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Black Locust Farm Brewery
Freeland, MD 21053
Just 2 hrs 19 min from State College, rated 4.7 stars by 121 visitors, known for excellent food, drink, and local flavor.
Best time to visit: Year-round, but harvest season (Sep-Oct) is peak for wineries and farm-to-table.
Frequently Asked Questions About Breweries Day Trips from State College
What are the best breweries near State College, PA?
The best breweries near State College include craft taprooms, production breweries with tours, and beer gardens with food. Check the cards above for top-rated spots with drive times and direct links.
Are there brewery tours near State College?
Yes. Many breweries near State College offer guided tours of their production facilities, often including tastings. Use the "Book Activities" button to find organized brewery tour packages that include transportation.
Can I visit multiple breweries in one day trip from State College?
Absolutely. Several brewery regions near State College have multiple taprooms within walking distance or a short drive of each other. Plan a designated driver or book a guided beer tour for the safest multi-stop experience.
What is the best time to visit breweries near State College?
Breweries are great year-round. Summer and fall weekends are busiest, especially at spots with outdoor seating or beer gardens. Weekday visits mean less crowding and more time chatting with brewers.
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