Packerton, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Packerton, Pennsylvania
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Unincorporated community
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Zion Lutheran Church
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 Packerton, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Packerton, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Carbon |
| Township | Mahoning |
| Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
18235
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| Area code(s) | 610 and 484 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1183177 |
Packerton is a small community, or village, located in Mahoning Township, Carbon County, Pennsylvania. It sits right next to the Lehigh River and U.S. Route 209. This makes it easy to find on a map!
Packerton is nestled between two larger towns: Jim Thorpe and Lehighton. Even though Packerton is its own place, it shares the same ZIP code (18235) as Lehighton.
Where is Packerton Located?
Packerton is in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. This county is in the eastern part of Pennsylvania. The village is part of Mahoning Township.
Important Landmarks Nearby
The Lehigh River flows right past Packerton. Rivers are often important for towns. They can be used for travel or even just for fun.
U.S. Route 209 is a major road that runs through Packerton. This road connects many towns. It helps people travel easily through the area.
What is a Village?
A village is a small community. It is usually smaller than a town or a city. People often know their neighbors well in villages.
Packerton is an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it is governed by the larger Mahoning Township.
