Cameron County

Cameron County is an administrative county in north-central Pennsylvania situated on the Allegheny Plateau, covering about 398 square miles. The landscape is dominated by dense forests with several waterways running through it, including Sinnemahoning Creek.

The county was established in 1860 and named after Simon Cameron, a prominent Pennsylvania politician. Cameron later served as Secretary of War under President Abraham Lincoln, leaving his mark on national political history.

The Cameron County Historical Society in Emporium displays objects and documents that tell the story of local communities. The exhibitions show how people have built their lives in this region over generations.

Visitors can reach the county administrative offices in Emporium at the courthouse, which is open on weekdays during business hours. Plan your visit for morning or early afternoon to avoid longer wait times at the offices.

The area is marked by extreme remoteness—it has the lowest population of any county in Pennsylvania and is not served by interstate highways or major US routes. This isolation has allowed the landscape and rural character to remain largely unchanged.

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: March 29, 1860

Capital city: Emporium

Shares border with: McKean County, Potter County, Clinton County, Clearfield County, Elk County

Website: http://cameroncountypa.com

GPS coordinates: 41.44000,-78.20000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:53