Lock Haven

Lock Haven sits where the West Branch Susquehanna River meets Bald Eagle Creek, nestled among forests and mountains. The town spreads along these waterways with steep wooded hills that shape its setting.

The settlement began in 1769 when Cleary Campbell built the first European cabin, later becoming a center for timber rafting. The location's role in moving logs downriver shaped the area's early growth and prosperity.

The Piper Aviation Museum displays aircraft and engines that tell the story of the region's role in early airplane manufacturing.

Lock Haven University is the main focus in town, with campus facilities reachable from East Church Street and North Fairview Street. The area offers museums and cultural events throughout the year for visitors to explore.

The Water Street District contains nineteenth-century buildings that show how the town adapted to changing transportation methods. These structures reveal the shift from canal era to railroad development through their physical arrangement and design.

Location: Clinton County

Inception: 1769

Elevation above the sea: 171 m

Website: http://lockhavenpa.gov

GPS coordinates: 41.13778,-77.45083

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:25