Population384,383 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
Urban Neighborhoods and Green Creek Corridors
Lehigh County, PennsylvaniaAllentown anchors Lehigh County within the larger Lehigh Valley, alongside communities and townships that extend into more open landscapes. Lehigh Parkway follows Little Lehigh Creek, while Trexler Nature Preserve and Lock Ridge Park offer different local landmarks. The county shares the valley region with neighboring Northampton County. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 384,383 residents in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, on July 1, 2025.
Lehigh County at a Glance
Population384,383 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatAllentown
Largest Municipality (2025 estimate)Allentown city
Established1812
ZIP Code LookupUSPS address lookup
Total Area, Including Water348.219 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Major RoutesI-78; I-476; US 22; US 222
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Lehigh County
Lehigh County was established in 1812 and took its name from the Lehigh River. Allentown became its county seat. Together with neighboring Northampton County, it forms the broader Lehigh Valley region, but the two counties remain separate jurisdictions. Local industrial history is reflected in places such as Lock Ridge Furnace, while creek corridors preserve another part of the landscape. These connections bring together urban development, neighboring communities, and waterways within the county’s eastern Pennsylvania setting.
Allentown supplies a major urban starting point, while Lehigh Parkway follows Little Lehigh Creek through a different kind of city landscape. Trexler Nature Preserve and Lock Ridge Park add county destinations with natural and historical dimensions. Bethlehem extends across the county line, making precise locations useful when planning. A county visit can combine a neighborhood or town center with one of these landscape settings for a more varied introduction.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
Lehigh Parkway follows Little Lehigh Creek, while Trexler Nature Preserve and Lock Ridge Park offer different local landmarks. The county shares the valley region with neighboring Northampton County.
Community History
Allentown became its county seat. Together with neighboring Northampton County, it forms the broader Lehigh Valley region, but the two counties remain separate jurisdictions.
Around the County
Allentown supplies a major urban starting point, while Lehigh Parkway follows Little Lehigh Creek through a different kind of city landscape.
Creek corridors connect city life with a wider valley.
A Closer Look
Lehigh County
Places and perspectives from Lehigh County
Lehigh County Wire
Lehigh County & Pennsylvania News
Includes Pennsylvania statewide reporting; stories may cover other counties.Photo CreditsSpotlight PA — Pennsylvania Statewide
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Around Lehigh County
Stories from every corner of Lehigh County.
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
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County Resources
Find the Right Local Connection
Start with the organization responsible for the service you need. Follow its official link for current requirements, office locations and availability.
Government
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 1227 W Gordon St, Allentown, PA 18102. 484-765-4000.
Arts Academy CS – Middle; grades 05-08. 1610 East Emmaus Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103. 610-351-0234.
Arts Academy Elementary CS – Elementary; grades KG-05. 601 W Union Street, Allentown, PA 18101. 610-841-4560.
Calypso El Sch – Elementary; grades PK-05. 1021 Calypso Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18018. 610-691-0152.
Francis H Sheckler El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-04. 251 N 14th St, Catasauqua, PA 18032. 610-264-5601.
Circle of Seasons CS – Elementary; grades KG-08. 8380 Mohr Lane, Fogelsville, PA 18051. 610-285-6267.
Alburtis El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 222 West Third Street, Alburtis, PA 18011. 610-965-1633.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Lehigh Valley Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 1200 South Cedar Crest Boulevard, Allentown, PA 18103. 610-402-8000.
Lehigh Valley Hospital – Macungie – Acute Care Hospitals. 3369 State Route 100, Macungie, PA 18062. 835-215-5500.
Public Safety
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Emergency Services
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
State Parks
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Trails
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Utilities
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Allentown Public Library – 1210 Hamilton St, Allentown, PA 18102. 610-820-2400.
Public Library Of Catasauqua – Third & Bridge Sts, Catasauqua, PA 18032. 610-264-4151.
Southern Lehigh Public Library – 3200 Preston Lane, Center Valley, PA 18034. 610-282-8825.
Coplay Public Library – 49 South Fifth St, Coplay, PA 18037. 610-262-7351.
Emmaus Public Library – 11 East Main St, Emmaus, PA 18049. 610-965-9284.
Lower Macungie Library – 3450 Brookside Road, Macungie, PA 18062. 610-966-6864.
Slatington Public Library Inc – 650 Main St, Slatington, PA 18080. 610-767-6461.
Courts
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
DMV
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Pennsylvania — Title and Registration
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Transportation
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
Plan Your Lehigh County Visit
Find places to go, compare activities and make the most of your time here.
Local Questions
Lehigh County: Places, Plans & Practical Answers
Start with these 11 answers, then find 5 more planning questions below the discovery lists.
No. The tourism region includes Northampton County as well. Allentown, Whitehall and the destinations listed here provide Lehigh County options; Easton's Crayola Experience and canal attractions belong to a separate Northampton County visit.
Da Vinci Science Center: Explore hands-on science exhibits in downtown Allentown; check tickets and age guidance for special experiences. Allentown Art Museum: See art collections with free general admission; look for family activities and separate event requirements.
Trexler Nature Preserve: Choose a trail in the county preserve near Schnecksville; the zoo inside the preserve charges admission separately. Lehigh Parkway: Walk the Little Lehigh Creek park corridor in Allentown.
Allentown Art Museum: See art collections with free general admission; look for family activities and separate event requirements. Trexler Nature Preserve: Choose a trail in the county preserve near Schnecksville; the zoo inside the preserve charges admission separately. Free access does not include purchases, rentals or separately ticketed activities.
Allentown Brew Works: Plan a downtown Allentown meal on Hamilton Street. Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market: Choose prepared food from market vendors; consult the market's opening-day schedule.
Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market: Shop food stalls and specialty vendors for take-home treats. Lehigh Valley Mall: Compare clothing, footwear and other stores in Whitehall Township.
Lehigh Valley Mall: Compare clothing, footwear and other stores in Whitehall Township. assembly88: Browse apparel, shoes and accessories on Hamilton Street in Allentown.
Lehigh Parkway follows Little Lehigh Creek, while Trexler Nature Preserve and Lock Ridge Park offer different local landmarks. The county shares the valley region with neighboring Northampton County. Use the local museums and historic sites above to explore that story in more detail.
Allentown Public Library – 1210 Hamilton St, Allentown, PA 18102. 610-820-2400. Public Library Of Catasauqua – Third & Bridge Sts, Catasauqua, PA 18032. 610-264-4151. These contacts come from the supplied local-library directory; call for current opening hours, children’s programs and visitor services.
Brigadier General Anna Mae Hays El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 1227 W Gordon St, Allentown, PA 18102. 484-765-4000. Arts Academy CS – Middle; grades 05-08. 1610 East Emmaus Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103. 610-351-0234. These are selected contacts from the supplied school directory. Contact the school or district to confirm attendance boundaries and enrollment; a nearby school is not necessarily the assigned school.
Allentown is the county seat recorded in the supplied Lehigh County information. Use the Government tab in local resources to locate the department you need; offices may have different addresses and appointment arrangements.
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My Local Guide
Find Something Fun
Make Time for a Local DiscoveryExplore places to eat, shop and spend time in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Follow each link for current visiting details.
Kids’ Fun
- Da Vinci Science Center — Explore hands-on science exhibits in downtown Allentown; check tickets and age guidance for special experiences.
- Allentown Art Museum — See art collections with free general admission; look for family activities and separate event requirements.
Restaurants
- Allentown Brew Works — Plan a downtown Allentown meal on Hamilton Street.
- Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market — Choose prepared food from market vendors; consult the market's opening-day schedule.
Shopping & Retail
- Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market — Shop food stalls and specialty vendors for take-home treats.
- Lehigh Valley Mall — Compare clothing, footwear and other stores in Whitehall Township.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Lehigh Valley Mall — Compare clothing, footwear and other stores in Whitehall Township.
- assembly88 — Browse apparel, shoes and accessories on Hamilton Street in Allentown.
Outdoor Fun
- Trexler Nature Preserve — Choose a trail in the county preserve near Schnecksville; the zoo inside the preserve charges admission separately.
- Lehigh Parkway — Walk the Little Lehigh Creek park corridor in Allentown.
Free Things to Do
- Allentown Art Museum — See art collections with free general admission; look for family activities and separate event requirements.
- Trexler Nature Preserve — Choose a trail in the county preserve near Schnecksville; the zoo inside the preserve charges admission separately.
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More Lehigh County Questions
How could I build a short Lehigh County outing from these places?
One possible plan is Da Vinci Science Center, a meal at Allentown Brew Works, and a browse at Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market. These are separate stops; map their addresses and check opening times before deciding whether all three fit your day.
How can I keep a Lehigh County day trip inexpensive?
Start with Allentown Art Museum and Trexler Nature Preserve and bring a picnic where permitted. Budget separately for museum or amusement tickets, restaurant meals, parking where charged, rentals and purchases. Check the linked destination’s current fees instead of assuming every activity on its grounds is free.
Where should I check the forecast before visiting Trexler Nature Preserve?
Use the county weather section above for the forecast. For Trexler Nature Preserve, also open the destination’s notices for trail, road or facility closures. A county forecast does not confirm that an individual trail or activity is operating.
What should I confirm before making a special trip to Lehigh Valley Mall?
Use Lehigh Valley Mall to confirm the physical-store address, current opening days and whether the item or fitting you need is available. Some shops list online stock, multiple locations or appointment services, so contact the store about a specific visit.
Where can I find the businesses featured in this Lehigh County guide?
The “Businesses in This County Guide” section links to Don Lain Campground. Open a business page for its contact details. A business featured in this guide may serve the county from another location; confirm its address and service area directly.
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