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Hazle, PA

Hazle Township is a township in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 10,150 at the time of the 2020 census. The township surrounds the city of Hazleton and the borough of West Hazleton.

Delaware and Seneca tribes traveled through what is now southern Luzerne County to trade with other Native American settlements in New York and the Chesapeake Bay area. The most common route for the Native Americans was known as the "Warriors Path", which was also used by white settlers in the 18th century. Broad Street (PA 93) is roughly the location of the trail.

Moravian missionaries were among the first Europeans to travel to the region; they wanted to convert Native Americans to Christianity. The Hazleton area was then a shallow valley with an abundance of hazel trees. It is speculated that the Native Americans were the first to refer to the area as "Hazle Swamp."

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 45.3 square miles (117.4 km²), of which 45.1 square miles (116.7 km²) is land and 0.27 square miles (0.7 km²), or 0.59%, is water. It is drained by the Susquehanna River and the Lehigh River. Hazle Township is located in the southern portion of Luzerne County; it surrounds most of Hazleton and West Hazleton. Its numbered routes include I-81, PA 93, PA 309, PA 424, PA 924, and PA 940. Hazleton Regional Airport is situated in the northern half of the township. Most of the community is made up of homes and businesses. Mountains, forests, creeks, lakes, and strip mines are also scattered throughout the township. Its villages include Beaver Brook, Drifton, Ebervale, Green Ridge, Harleigh, Harwood, Hollywood, Humboldt, Japan, Janesville, Lattimer, Milnesville, Oakdale, Pardeesville, and Stockton.

The township has a warm-summer humid continental climate (Dfb) and the hardiness zone is 6a. Average monthly temperatures in Humboldt range from 23.7 °F in January to 70.2 °F in July, while in Oakdale they range from 23.8 °F in January to 69.5 °F in July.

Health and wellness are paramount in Hazle, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The St. Luke's Health Center is a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Hazle Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Iron House Gym and Lift Hazleton. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Hazle, such as the Rails To Trails Hazleton and Lackawanna River Heritage Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Hazle, PA are Frances Slocum State Park, Frances Slocum State Park, The Lands at Hillside Farms, and Seven Tubs Recreation Area.

Population: 10,150 (2020). Area code: 570. Area: 45.34 sq mi (117.42 km²). Elevation: 471m. ZIP Code: 18202.

FAQs

Is Hazle, PA a good place to live?

Living in Hazle Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Hazle Township there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many retirees live in Hazle Township and residents tend to be conservative.

What is the crime rate of Hazle, PA?

Hazleton has an overall crime rate of 11 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Hazleton is 1 in 90. Hazleton's crime rate is lower than approximately 35% of Pennsylvania communities.

What is Hazleton, PA famous for?

Hazleton owes its fame and fortune to two incongruously paired goods: coal and silk. Located on one of only two pockets of anthracite coal in the world, the city got its start when Asa Packer started mining and canal operations in the 1830s. This brought the railroads to town; at one point the nearby Weatherly terminal dispatched more than 100 trains a day. Years later, Hazelton's image softened with the rise of the Duplan Silk Corporation, which in its heyday produced about 25 million yards of cloth a year.

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Wikipedia

Hazle Township

St. Luke's Health Center

Hazle Parks and Recreation Department 

Iron House Gym 

Lift Hazleton

Rails To Trails Hazleton 

Lackawanna River Heritage Trail

Frances Slocum State Park

Frances Slocum State Park

The Lands at Hillside Farms

Seven Tubs Recreation Area

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