Cities & Towns in McKean County, PA
McKean County, county in Pennsylvania, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 40,333 inhabitants. The county was created 198 years ago in 1826. Its county seat is Smethport.
There are 1 city/town in McKean County, PA. The largest city of McKean County is Kane with a population of 3,421.
Kane
Kane, Borough in Pennsylvania
McKean County is located in northwestern Pennsylvania. Here are some of the notable cities and towns in McKean County:
Smethport
- Smethport serves as the county seat and has a population of around 1,500 residents.
- Notable landmarks include the Old Jail Museum and the Bridge Street Brewery.
- The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum highlights the area's logging history.
Bradford
- Bradford is the most populous city in McKean County with around 8,000 residents.
- Home to the Bradford Creative and Performing Arts Center.
- Key companies and employers include American Refining Group and Zippo Manufacturing.
Eldred
- Eldred has a population of around 1,000 and tourism centered around outdoor recreation.
- The town hosts the annual Eldred WWII Weekend event.
- Popular attractions include the Allegheny National Forest and fishing on the Allegheny River.
- Kane has around 3,500 residents and several historic buildings downtown.
- The Hollywood Theater and Chase Bank showcase early 20th century architecture.
- Local events include the Kinzua Bridge Fall Festival.
Mount Jewett
- Mount Jewett is a small lumber town with under 1,000 residents.
- Nearby Kinzua Bridge State Park has ruins of the historic Kinzua railroad bridge.
- Outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and hiking draw many visitors.
In summary, McKean County's small towns developed around Pennsylvania's early lumber, oil, and railroad industries and highlight the area's natural resources and heritage.
All McKean County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McKean County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Kane | Borough in Pennsylvania | 3,421 |
