Northeastern Pennsylvania & the Poconos
Berwick, Pennsylvania
Borough
A Susquehanna borough with a manufacturing base
Berwick is a borough in Columbia County on the Susquehanna River about 25 miles southwest of Wilkes-Barre. It has a long manufacturing history in rail cars and carpets, and a compact Front Street downtown.
History & Local Character
Laid out in 1780s and incorporated in 1818, Berwick became an industrial center with the American Car and Foundry rail-car works and later carpet manufacturing.
Housing & Real Estate
Berwick offers rowhouses and older singles at affordable prices, with newer development outside the borough.
Restaurants & Shopping
Front Street hosts diners, pizzerias and family restaurants serving the borough and surrounding townships.
Schools & Education
Berwick Area School District serves the borough.
Parks & Recreation
The Susquehanna River, Berwick Test Track Park and nearby Ricketts Glen State Park provide recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
Route 11 and Route 93 serve Berwick, with limited public transit.
Local Businesses
Manufacturing, contractors and downtown retail make up the local economy.
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Nearby Attractions
- Berwick Test Track Park
- Susquehanna River
- Ricketts Glen State Park
- Bloomsburg (15 miles west)
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Affordable housing
- Manufacturing employment
- River access
- Close to Bloomsburg
Considerations
- Limited retail variety
- Some industrial vacancies
- Limited transit
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berwick known for?
Berwick has a long history in rail-car manufacturing and carpet production and sits on the Susquehanna River.
What county is Berwick in?
Berwick is a borough in Columbia County, Pennsylvania.