Overview
Slatington is a borough in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley region of eastern Pennsylvania. The borough lies in the center of the highly populated Northeast megalopolis region of the U.S., 27 mi west of the Skylands and New Jersey state line, 69.6 mi north of Philadelphia, and 100 mi west of New York City.
1 sights · 7 things to do · 6 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Slatington
Lehigh Valley Zoo
Small, yet affordable attraction. This zoo is very welcoming with many creatures.
Lehigh Gap Wildlife Refuge & Osprey House
Located near where the Appalachian Trail crosses the Lehigh River, the wildlife refuge contains a series of trails along the Blue Mountain on the Slatington side of the Lehigh River.
Fireman's Drinking Fountain
Located in the heart of Slatington, the statue is a symbol of volunteer service, vigilance, and humanity. The fountain is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
D&L Trail
165-mile route that simulates the journey of anthracite coal from Pennsylvania's Coal Regions to the Philadelphia suburb of Bristol (Pennsylvania).
Slate Heritage Trail
A 3.3 mile "Rails-to-Trails" project, the heritage utilizes the former Lehigh Valley Railroad right-of-way.
Blue Mountain Ski Area
While best known as a ski resort, Blue Mountain offers family-friendly outdoor events during the summer as well, including laser tag, mountain biking, and disc golf.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jul and Sep. (climate data from nearby Allentown)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- ABE Lehigh Valley International Airport, Allentown/Bethlehem — 11 mi away. Directions
- AVP Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton — 41 mi away. Directions
- PHL Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia — 64 mi away (major hub). Directions
Pennsylvania Route 873 is the primary artery through Slatington. From Allentown, a driver would take Pennsylvania Route 309 North to Schnecksville and then continue onto Route 873. The journey would take about half an hour.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Fireman's Drinking Fountain, D&L Trail, Northern Lehigh Swimming Pool
- Lunch Sal's Pizza
- Afternoon Victory Park, Lehigh Gap Wildlife Refuge & Osprey House
- Dinner China Inn
- Evening Slate Mill Tavern
Day 2
- Morning Blue Mountain Ski Area
- Lunch Mama's Pizza
- Dinner Slatington Diner
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Understand
Slatington, originally inhabited by the Lenape Native American tribe, is a small Lehigh County town located about 30 minutes northwest of Allentown. Named after the prosperous slate industry once housed there, Slatington is home to roughly 4,200 residents (2020 Census). Although there are a lack of activities to do within Slatington, there are plenty of nearby outdoor attractions and nature trails to explore the beauty of Pennsylvania.
Get in
By plane
- Lehigh Valley International Airport ABE in Allentown lies in the center of the Lehigh Valley and has direct flights from Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Detroit, Nashville, Fort Lauderdale, Myrtle Beach, Orlando, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and other domestic locations.
- Philadelphia International Airport PHL 77 mi south of Bethlehem has direct flights from most U.S. cities, Canada, and a number of Caribbean, European, and Latin American destinations.
By train
- 30th Street Station in Philadelphia is 69 mi southeast of Slatington.
By bus
- Allentown Bus Terminal in Allentown is the primary bus terminal for Slatington.
By car
Pennsylvania Route 873 is the primary artery through Slatington. From Allentown, a driver would take Pennsylvania Route 309 North to Schnecksville and then continue onto Route 873. The journey would take about half an hour.
From the north, Route 873 is accessible from Pennsylvania Route 248, which runs between Lehighton and Easton.
Get around
By limo
- A&A Limousine Service, +1 610-261-3838 or +1-800-281-5911
- J&J Transportation, +1 610-776-1516 or +1-800-726-5466
- Your Way Taxi & Limo, +1 610-435-8294
See
Do
Outdoor activities
Numerous outdoor biking/hiking trails converge near Slatington along the Lehigh River.
Do D&L Trail
165-mile route that simulates the journey of anthracite coal from Pennsylvania's Coal Regions to the Philadelphia suburb of Bristol (Pennsylvania).
Do Northern Lehigh Swimming Pool
A public pool for residents and visitors to cool off during hot summer days.
Do Victory Park
A small park offering a large playground for children to play as well as a pavilion with tables for picnics.
Buy
Slatington lacks major shopping outlets. The nearby communities of Walnutport and Whitehall Township provide more opportunities for shopping.
Eat
Budget
Drink
Sleep
There are no hotels or lodging in Slatington. The closest available lodging is located in nearby Danielsville.
The nearest chain hotels are located in Allentown and Lehighton.
Go next
Other Lehigh Valley locations
- Allentown, 15.2 mi
- Bangor, 26.5 mi
- Bethlehem, 20.5 mi
- Easton, 23 mi
- Emmaus, 19.7 mi
- Fogelsville, 15.7 mi
- Hellertown, 28.3 mi
- Nazareth, 17.5 mi
- Phillipsburg, NJ, 26.8 mi
- Whitehall Township, 12.2 mi
Leaving Slatington is very much the same as coming in. You can leave by the LANTA bus system or by car taking Route 873 to Route 309 into Allentown. Slatington is also an entry point to Pennsylvania's Coal Region and the nearby towns of Lehighton and Jim Thorpe are accessible via PA Route 248 and US Route 209.
Nearby
Lehighton
City / town · 6 listings · 8 mi away
Whitehall Township
City / town · 8 listings · 8 mi away
Jim Thorpe
City / town · 24 listings · 11 mi away
Fogelsville
City / town · 16 listings · 11 mi away
Allentown
City / town · 82 listings · 12 mi away
Bethlehem
City / town · 92 listings · 15 mi away
Emmaus
City / town · 42 listings · 16 mi away
Nazareth
City / town · 2 listings · 16 mi away
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