Susquehanna County, Administrative county in northeastern Pennsylvania, United States
Description
Susquehanna County is an administrative county in northeastern Pennsylvania that encompasses forested ridges to the east and rolling farmland throughout its interior. Small towns and villages are scattered across the landscape, serving as centers for local commerce and services.
History
The county was established in 1812 after being separated from Luzerne County territory. Its creation followed years of conflict between settlers from Connecticut and Pennsylvania over control of the same land.
Culture
Local festivals in Susquehanna County feature regional food preparations, traditional crafts, and agricultural exhibitions that highlight Pennsylvania rural heritage.
Practical
The county seat of Montrose is located in the central area and houses the main government offices and administrative services. Visitors can find public records, permits, and information about the region at these central locations.
Did you know?
Since 2008, natural gas extraction has fundamentally reshaped the region's economy and job opportunities in ways visible throughout local communities. This industrial change has influenced how people live and work across the county.
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Northern Tier
23.7 km
Starrucca Viaduct
23.9 km
Salt Springs State Park
11.7 kmAaronic Priesthood Restoration Site
19.7 km
Susquehanna County Courthouse Complex
6.4 kmState Game Lands Number 35
15 kmWoodbourne Forest and Wildlife Preserve
10.5 km
Montrose Historic District
6.5 km
Silver Lake Bank
6.4 km
Sylvanus Mulford House
6.4 km
Bridge in Gibson Borough
16.6 kmLewis Lake
27.2 kmState Game Lands Number 236
23 kmComfort Lake
24.1 kmChoconut Lake
22.6 kmRoss Pond
19.7 kmCranberry Lake
16.6 kmDora Pond
13.5 kmWilliams Pond
4.8 kmLake Montrose
5.2 kmBig Elk Lake
14.4 kmQuaker Lake
20 kmLittle Elk Lake
13.7 kmLower Lake
4 kmPolk Pond
9.4 kmState Game Lands Number 140
27 kmState Game Lands Number 175
8.8 kmBel-Air Lake
15.3 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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