Benezette

Benezette is the undisputed heart of Pennsylvania’s Elk Country and the premier destination for wildlife viewing in the Northeastern US. Home to the world-class Elk Country Visitor Center, the village attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually who come to see the state's wild elk herd, particularly during the autumn rut. Surrounded by the Moshannon and Elk State Forests, it provides a unique eco-tourism experience centered on conservation and the restoration of Pennsylvania's megafauna.