Venango County Map, Pennsylvania
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Venango County, Pennsylvania
Oil put Venango County on the map. It’s where the world’s first commercial oil well was drilled back in 1859. You’ll find this historic place in the northwest part of Pennsylvania.
Nowadays, it’s a mix of small towns and countryside. There are some cool old buildings in Oil City. But the county seat belongs to Franklin.
Winters can be tough, but locals make the most of it. Hiking trails crisscross the area. Fishing is also big here because the Allegheny River runs right through it. It’s not a bustling metropolis, but that’s Venango County for you.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Venango County |
| County Seat | Franklin |
| Population | Approximately 49,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Franklin, Oil City, Sugarcreek, Polk, Seneca |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 62, U.S. Highway 322, State Highway 8 |
| FIPS Code | 42-121 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 683 square miles (674 sq mi land, 9 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Crawford County (Northwest), Warren County (North), Forest County (Northeast), Clarion County (East), Butler County (South), Mercer County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (EST) |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Coordinates | 41°24’N, 79°43’W |
| Etymology | Named after an Iroquoian Indian word probably meaning “bull thistle” |
| Major Landmarks | Oil Creek State Park, Drake Well Museum, Two Mile Run County Park |
| Website | Venango County Website |
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