About Lycoming County
With a modern population of over 100 thousand as of 2010, Lycoming County history starts way back in 1761 with the first settlements built near modern day Muncy, PA. Over the years, new mills were constructed, increasing growth, until citizens formed a county government in 1795. The county contains many beautiful natural features such as the Allegheny Plateau and the Appalachian Mountains surrounding the county, with the West Branch Susquehanna River valley in the middle. This natural beauty gives residents valuable green space to explore, improving quality of life. Lycoming County is considered one of the best places to live in the Keystone State, with a ton of tight-knit communities with beautiful residential areas. Several national highways and two airports also make the county a hub for transportation, offering access for residents to jobs all over the area at national companies like Frito-Lay and Sedco Manufacturing Co. Tool & Die Makers.
Williamsport, PA
The county seat is Williamsport, Pennsylvania, which has an estimated 2019 population of just under 30,000 people, making it the most populous city as well. Located right on the Susquehanna River, Williamsport is a center for culture, transportation, residential living, and industry in Lycoming County and the entire central PA area. Pennsylvania College of Technology is located in the town, providing different degrees in over 100 different STEM topics as well as local jobs. The university brings business to the town, but robust public schools and social programs give the Williamsport area a high quality of life, too. Garden View Mall and Hepburn Plaza both have high end boutiques as well as national chain stores, and there are fine dining establishments in the quaint downtown historic district.
Other Lycoming County Communities
There are a wealth of quaint small towns in Lycoming County that have historical sites, nature parks, and unique experiences to discover.
The Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, Pine Creek Gorge, is located near Jersey Shore, PA, and provides residents with valuable greenspace. Bordered by towns like Duboistown and Montgomery, Tiadaghton State Forest offers camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities. The Muncy Heritage Park and Nature Trail also provides valuable nature education and experiences. Cogan Station has the Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum for baseball lovers, as well as lots of local breweries and shopping centers in other quaint towns like Picture Rocks and Hughesville. No matter what you love to do, there’s something fun to find in the smaller townships in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.