Perry County, Administrative county in South Central Pennsylvania, US
Description
Perry County is an administrative region in south-central Pennsylvania that spans rolling Appalachian terrain with dense woodlands and river valleys throughout. Several small towns and communities dot the landscape, surrounded by farmland and natural areas.
History
The region was established as a separate county in 1820 when it split from Cumberland County and was named after Oliver Hazard Perry, a naval officer from the War of 1812. It has since developed as a blend of farming and forestry.
Culture
Multiple public school districts, including Greenwood, Newport, and Susquenita, provide education services to the county's 45,842 residents.
Practical
The area is accessible via several roads and offers entry to various state parks and natural areas for outdoor activities. Visitors should keep in mind that some rural areas are less developed, and planning ahead is recommended when exploring.
Did you know?
The area is home to several state parks including Fowlers Hollow and Big Spring, which offer trails and wildlife viewing opportunities. These protected spaces draw both locals and visitors seeking time in nature.
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Carlisle Indian Industrial School
22.7 km
Main Line of Public Works
33.8 km
Port Royal Speedway
18.2 km
U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center
23.4 km
Little Buffalo State Park
10 km
Colonel Denning State Park
18.8 kmTuscarora State Forest
24.6 km
Fort Granville
35 kmClarks Ferry Bridge
22.1 km
Fowlers Hollow State Park
29.9 kmHoverter and Sholl Box Huckleberry Natural Area
8.2 kmDarlington Trail
19.8 kmFort Halifax
29.8 km
Academia Pomeroy Covered Bridge
20.1 km
Old West, Dickinson College
22.8 km
Hessian Powder Magazine
23.8 km
Irving Female College
30.9 km
Clemson Island Prehistoric District
28.4 km
Dellville Covered Bridge
13.6 km
Adam Orris House
30.2 km
Old Stone Arch Bridge
31.8 km
Johannes Eberly House
30.5 km
New Germantown Covered Bridge
27.4 km
Carlisle Historic District
23.2 km
Montgomery Ward Building
33.9 km
State Game Lands Number 256
11.6 km
Adairs Covered Bridge
14.2 km
Newport Historic District
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