Population37,038 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
River Reservoirs and Extensive Forest Landscapes
Warren County, PennsylvaniaWarren County’s identity is closely tied to the Allegheny River, Allegheny Reservoir, and Kinzua Dam. Part of Allegheny National Forest lies within the county, while Chapman State Park and Hearts Content add distinct natural landmarks. Warren serves as the county seat within this northern Pennsylvania setting. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 37,038 residents in Warren County, Pennsylvania, on July 1, 2025.
Warren County at a Glance
Population37,038 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate)
County SeatWarren
Largest Municipality (2025 estimate)Warren city
Established1819
ZIP Code LookupUSPS address lookup
Total Area, Including Water898.710 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography)
Major RoutesUS 6; US 62
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Warren County
Warren County was created in 1800 from parts of Allegheny and Lycoming counties, but its government was not separately organized until 1819. During the intervening years it was attached to other counties for administration. Warren became its county seat. This distinction matters for early records and family research. The later landscape of the Allegheny River, reservoir, and national forest adds another dimension to a county whose civic boundaries tell only part of its regional history.
Warren provides the county’s central community reference point, while the Allegheny River, Kinzua Dam, and reservoir shape the wider landscape. Chapman State Park and Hearts Content offer distinct natural destinations, with portions of Allegheny National Forest extending through the county. Choosing one area first helps avoid underestimating travel between places. The county’s identity comes from the relationship between its towns and forest country rather than from a single landmark alone.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
Warren County’s identity is closely tied to the Allegheny River, Allegheny Reservoir, and Kinzua Dam. Part of Allegheny National Forest lies within the county, while Chapman State Park and Hearts Content add distinct natural landmarks.
Community History
Warren County was created in 1800 from parts of Allegheny and Lycoming counties, but its government was not separately organized until 1819.
Around the County
Warren provides the county’s central community reference point, while the Allegheny River, Kinzua Dam, and reservoir shape the wider landscape.
River and forest landscapes surround a distinctive county town.
A Closer Look
Warren County
Places and perspectives from Warren County
Warren County Wire
Warren County & Pennsylvania News
Includes Pennsylvania statewide reporting; stories may cover other counties.Photo CreditsSpotlight PA — Pennsylvania Statewide
Top EPA official’s visits to Pa., other swing states ahead of midterms raise ethics concerns
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Around Warren County
Stories from every corner of Warren County.
Top EPA official’s visits to Pa., other swing states ahead of midterms raise ethics concerns
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Erie gunman who killed family controlled their movements, finances: police
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Rep. Perry’s Trump ties targeted by Dems in closely watched Pa. swing district race
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Oct 16, 2026 • 2 min read
Reading could pull up to $24M from reserves to balance its next 2 budgets
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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.
Corry Area Intrmd Sch – Elementary; grades 03-05. 100 W Main St, Corry, PA 16407. 814-665-9491.
Tidioute Community CS – Other; grades PK-12. 241 Main St, Tidioute, PA 16351. 814-484-3550.
Eisenhower El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 3700 Route 957, Russell, PA 16345. 814-757-4507.
Eisenhower MS/HS – High; grades 06-12. 3700 Route 957, Russell, PA 16345. 814-757-8878.
Sheffield Area El Sch – Elementary; grades KG-05. 6760 Route 6, Sheffield, PA 16347. 814-968-3720.
Warren Area El Ctr – Elementary; grades KG-04. 343 E Fifth Avenue, Warren, PA 16365. 814-723-9061.
Beaty-Warren MS – Middle; grades 05-08. 2 East Third Ave, Warren, PA 16365. 814-723-5200.
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.
Warren General Hospital – Acute Care Hospitals. 2 Crescent Park West, Warren, PA 16365. 814-723-4973.
Warren State Hospital – Psychiatric. 33 Main Drive, North Warren, PA 16365. 814-723-5500.
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.
Sheffield Township Library – 20 Leather St, Sheffield, PA 16347. 814-968-3439.
Sugar Grove Free Library – 22 Harmon St, Sugar Grove, PA 16350. 814-489-7872.
Tidioute Library Association, Inc. – 197 Main Street, Tidioute, PA 16351. 814-484-3581.
Warren Library Association – 205 Market St, Warren, PA 16365. 814-723-4650.
Courts
Pennsylvania statewide resource for residents and visitors.
DMV
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Pennsylvania — Title and Registration
Pennsylvania — Licenses & Photo IDs
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 Warren County Visit
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Local Questions
Warren County: Places, Plans & Practical Answers
Start with these 11 answers, then find 5 more planning questions below the discovery lists.
No. Kinzua Dam is in Warren County near the Allegheny Reservoir; Kinzua Bridge State Park and its Skywalk are in McKean County near Mount Jewett. They require different routes and have separate access notices.
Warren County Historical Society: Explore local history exhibits and check the program calendar before bringing children. Chapman State Park: Plan a lake picnic, wildlife watching or short walk near Clarendon.
Chapman State Park: Plan a lake picnic, wildlife watching or short walk near Clarendon. Kinzua Dam public viewing areas: View the dam and river landscape from public visitor areas; check access notices before driving out.
Chapman State Park: Plan a lake picnic, wildlife watching or short walk near Clarendon. Kinzua Dam public viewing areas: View the dam and river landscape from public visitor areas; check access notices before driving out. Free access does not include purchases, rentals or separately ticketed activities.
The Plaza Restaurant: Choose Greek and American dishes on Pennsylvania Avenue West in Warren. Ribs 'N Bones: Plan a dinner on Jackson Run Road outside downtown Warren.
Allegheny Outfitters: Browse outdoor gear and clothing in Warren; rental trips and services have separate charges. Authors Books & Music: Look for books and music during a downtown Warren visit.
Allegheny Outfitters: Browse outdoor gear and clothing in Warren; rental trips and services have separate charges. Faded Floral Boutique: Browse women's clothing at the Clark Street boutique in Warren.
Warren County’s identity is closely tied to the Allegheny River, Allegheny Reservoir, and Kinzua Dam. Part of Allegheny National Forest lies within the county, while Chapman State Park and Hearts Content add distinct natural landmarks. Use the local museums and historic sites above to explore that story in more detail.
Sheffield Township Library – 20 Leather St, Sheffield, PA 16347. 814-968-3439. Sugar Grove Free Library – 22 Harmon St, Sugar Grove, PA 16350. 814-489-7872. These contacts come from the supplied local-library directory; call for current opening hours, children’s programs and visitor services.
Corry Area Intrmd Sch – Elementary; grades 03-05. 100 W Main St, Corry, PA 16407. 814-665-9491. Tidioute Community CS – Other; grades PK-12. 241 Main St, Tidioute, PA 16351. 814-484-3550. 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.
Warren is the county seat recorded in the supplied Warren 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 Warren County, Pennsylvania. Follow each link for current visiting details.
Kids’ Fun
- Warren County Historical Society — Explore local history exhibits and check the program calendar before bringing children.
- Chapman State Park — Plan a lake picnic, wildlife watching or short walk near Clarendon.
Restaurants
- The Plaza Restaurant — Choose Greek and American dishes on Pennsylvania Avenue West in Warren.
- Ribs 'N Bones — Plan a dinner on Jackson Run Road outside downtown Warren.
Shopping & Retail
- Allegheny Outfitters — Browse outdoor gear and clothing in Warren; rental trips and services have separate charges.
- Authors Books & Music — Look for books and music during a downtown Warren visit.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Allegheny Outfitters — Browse outdoor gear and clothing in Warren; rental trips and services have separate charges.
- Faded Floral Boutique — Browse women's clothing at the Clark Street boutique in Warren.
Outdoor Fun
- Chapman State Park — Plan a lake picnic, wildlife watching or short walk near Clarendon.
- Kinzua Dam public viewing areas — View the dam and river landscape from public visitor areas; check access notices before driving out.
Free Things to Do
- Chapman State Park — Plan a lake picnic, wildlife watching or short walk near Clarendon.
- Kinzua Dam public viewing areas — View the dam and river landscape from public visitor areas; check access notices before driving out.
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More Warren County Questions
How could I build a short Warren County outing from these places?
One possible plan is Warren County Historical Society, a meal at The Plaza Restaurant, and a browse at Allegheny Outfitters. These are separate stops; map their addresses and check opening times before deciding whether all three fit your day.
How can I keep a Warren County day trip inexpensive?
Start with Chapman State Park and Kinzua Dam public viewing areas 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 Chapman State Park?
Use the county weather section above for the forecast. For Chapman State Park, 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 Allegheny Outfitters?
Use Allegheny Outfitters 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 Warren County guide?
The “Businesses in This County Guide” section links to D&L Enos. 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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