Are ticks a problem in Centre?

There have been 13 tick reports near Centre, PA, with 0 bites and 13 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Centre?

The most commonly reported tick species in Centre include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Centre, PA

13 tick reports from the Centre, PA area.

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Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Centre

Unidentified12 (92%)

Deer Tick1 (8%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Centre

Ticks are active in Centre, PA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 92% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days