Columbia County

Columbia County is an administrative division in northeastern Pennsylvania, with the Susquehanna River flowing through its various communities and shaping the landscape. Bloomsburg serves as a main town within the region, with several smaller settlements scattered throughout the area.

The county was officially established in 1813 when the Pennsylvania General Assembly separated it from Northumberland County to create independent local governance. This split allowed the growing communities to manage their own affairs more directly.

The coal mining past runs deep through the southern communities, shaping how the places look and feel today. Visitors can see preserved buildings and learn how this work once defined daily life here.

Bloomsburg and other towns in the area are easily walkable, with central areas that visitors can explore on foot around main streets and town squares. For visiting multiple communities across the region, having a car makes getting around more convenient.

The region operates an advanced emergency communication system that connects with Pennsylvania's statewide radio network, ensuring coordination during emergencies. This infrastructure demonstrates how modern safety technology serves rural areas.

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: March 22, 1813

Capital city: Bloomsburg

Shares border with: Montour County, Northumberland County, Sullivan County, Luzerne County, Lycoming County, Schuylkill County

Website: http://columbiapa.org

GPS coordinates: 41.05000,-76.40000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:57