Palmerton

Palmerton is an administrative borough in Carbon County located in northeastern Pennsylvania. The town lies along Pennsylvania Route 248, which serves as its main transportation corridor connecting the community to surrounding areas.

The borough was established in 1912 following the creation of a zinc smelting operation by the New Jersey Zinc Company, which gave the town its name after company president Stephen S. Palmer. This industrial development drove the settlement's early growth in the region.

The Palmerton Community Band has shaped local musical life since its formation in 1912, bringing residents together through regular concerts. This tradition reflects how the community values and preserves shared experiences across generations.

Visitors can easily navigate using Pennsylvania Route 248, which runs through the center of town and provides direct access to local facilities. The compact size makes it straightforward to explore on foot and convenient for brief stops or passing through.

The basement of the former municipal jail beneath City Hall operated as a hostel for Appalachian Trail hikers between 1975 and 2015. This unusual conversion provided long-distance hikers with shelter during their multi-week journeys.

GPS coordinates: 40.80148,-75.61019

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:25