Clearfield County

Clearfield County is an administrative area in Pennsylvania covering roughly 1,154 square miles and crossed by the West Branch Susquehanna River. The landscape is marked by forests, rolling hills, and several small streams that wind through the terrain.

The county was established in 1804 by separating from Huntingdon and Lycoming territories. Its name comes from the cleared fields near Clearfield Creek, which gave the area its identity from the start.

The area reflects the working traditions of its residents, whose lives have long been shaped by forestry and mining heritage. You can see this in how people spend their time and which places hold meaning in their daily lives.

Main county services are centered in Clearfield, the county seat, where administrative offices and public facilities are located. A car is helpful for exploring the area, as public transportation options are limited.

Bilger's Rocks is a notable rock formation within the county that displays interesting geological patterns and structures. This natural site draws hikers and nature enthusiasts who want to explore the region's geological story.

Location: Pennsylvania

Inception: January 29, 1822

Capital city: Clearfield

Shares border with: Elk County, Cameron County, Clinton County, Centre County, Blair County, Cambria County, Indiana County, Jefferson County

Website: http://clearfieldco.org

GPS coordinates: 41.00000,-78.47000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:08