South Central Pennsylvania
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
County seat: Carlisle
Cumberland County lies west of Harrisburg in the Cumberland Valley, combining state-government suburbs with farmland and the South Mountain ridge. Carlisle Barracks and Dickinson College anchor the county seat.
Cities, Towns & Communities
- Carlisle
- Camp Hill
- Mechanicsburg
- New Cumberland
- Lemoyne
- Shippensburg
3 full community guides available in this county.
Attractions
- Carlisle Barracks
- Army Heritage and Education Center
- Dickinson College
Parks & Recreation
- Pine Grove Furnace State Park
- Kings Gap Environmental Education Center
- Appalachian Trail
Transportation
I-81, I-76 and Route 15 serve the county.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the county seat of Cumberland County?
Carlisle is the seat of Cumberland County.
What is the Appalachian Trail's connection to Cumberland County?
The Appalachian Trail crosses Cumberland County near Boiling Springs and Pine Grove Furnace State Park.