Schuylkill County Map, Pennsylvania

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Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania

Coal mining shaped Schuylkill County’s history. You’ll find it in east-central Pennsylvania, where anthracite was once king. The Appalachian Mountains roll through the area.
Pottsville, the county seat, is home to America’s oldest brewery. Yuengling’s been making beer here since 1829. It has tours and tastings that showcase the brewery’s long history.
Fall foliage draws leaf-peepers to the region. The Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine offers tours for the curious. Locals are proud of their heritage in Schuylkill County.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Schuylkill County |
County Seat | Pottsville |
Population | Approximately 137,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Pottsville, Shenandoah, Tamaqua, Mahanoy City, Minersville |
Interstates and Highways | Interstate 81, U.S. Highway 209, State Highway 61, State Highway 183 |
FIPS Code | 42-107 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 783 square miles (779 sq mi land, 4 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Luzerne County (North), Carbon County (Northeast), Lehigh County (East), Berks County (South), Lebanon County (Southwest), Dauphin County (West), Northumberland County (Northwest), Columbia County (North) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (EST) |
State | Pennsylvania |
Coordinates | 40°42’N, 76°12’W |
Etymology | Named after the Schuylkill River |
Major Landmarks | Yuengling Brewery, Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Train |
Website | Schuylkill County Website |
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