Best Sports Stores in State College, PA
Looking for sports Stores in State College? Below you'll find 5 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Sporting goods stores for team sports, fitness, hunting, fishing and outdoor gear.
This guide lists 5 sports Stores in and around State College, spread across 2 ZIP codes. 5 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 4 link to their own website, 5 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 5 Sports Stores in State College
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Appalachian Outdoors
- Address 123 South Allen Street, State College, PA 16801
- Phone (814) 234-3000
- Website appoutdoors.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-8 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-7 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-5 PM |
2 National Sporting Arms
- Address 355 Colonnade Boulevard, State College, PA 16803
- Phone (814) 826-2778
- Website nationalsportingarms.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-6 PM |
|---|---|
| Wed | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-6 PM |
3 Dick's Sporting Goods
- Address 325 Colonnade Boulevard, State College, PA 16803
- Phone (814) 861-1350
- Website stores.dickssportinggoods.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 9 AM-9:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-9:30 PM |
| Wed | 9 AM-9:30 PM |
| Thu | 9 AM-9:30 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-9:30 PM |
| Sat | 9 AM-9:30 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-7 PM |
4 Dunham's Sports
- Address 2901 East College Avenue, PA 16801
- Phone (814) 237-0764
- Website dunhamssports.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-7 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Wed | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Thu | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Sat | 9 AM-9 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-7 PM |
5 Rapid Transit Sports
- Address 115 South Allen Street, State College, PA 16801
- Phone (814) 238-3831
Opening hours
| Mon | 8 AM-9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 8 AM-9 PM |
| Wed | 8 AM-9 PM |
| Thu | 8 AM-9 PM |
| Fri | 8 AM-9 PM |
| Sat | 8 AM-9 PM |
| Sun | 8 AM-7 PM |
How to choose sports Stores in State College
- Check opening hours before you go. Many independent stores in State College keep shorter hours on Sundays and Mondays.
- Call ahead or check the website to confirm a specific item is in stock.
- Ask about return and exchange policies, especially for big purchases.
- Compare prices online and in store. Many local shops will price-match.
- Supporting local independent stores keeps money in the State College community.
Local tips for State College
Demand for many services, from movers to cleaners to restaurants, rises and falls with the Penn State academic calendar, especially at move-in and move-out.
Book movers, hotels and restaurants well in advance around home football games, graduation and Arts Fest in July.
State College is in Centre County, and local phone numbers use the 814 area code. Popular areas include Downtown, College Heights, Highlands, Holmes-Foster, Penn State campus, Nittany Crossing, Park Forest.
Frequently asked questions
Which sports Stores in State College are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Appalachian Outdoors, National Sporting Arms, Dick's Sporting Goods, Dunham's Sports, Rapid Transit Sports. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of State College do these sports Stores cover?
The sports Stores on this list are located in ZIP codes 16801, 16803. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
Does Pennsylvania charge sales tax?
Pennsylvania's sales tax is 6%, with an extra 1% in Allegheny County and 2% in Philadelphia. Most clothing, groceries and prescription drugs are exempt.
Are stores in State College open on Sundays?
Most chain stores are open on Sundays, often with shorter hours. Independent shops, and businesses run by Amish or Mennonite families, may be closed.
How can I find the best sports Stores near me?
Use the list above to compare locations and hours, then check each store's website or call ahead to confirm stock and prices.
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Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.