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Lehighton, PA is a small borough in Carbon County that has a lot to offer its visitors. It is known for its excellent outdoor activities, such as hiking on nearby trails, swimming in the Lehigh River, and camping at nearby campsites. In addition, the town boasts a plethora of restaurants and bars, as well as some unique local shops. The community atmosphere is second-to-none. Residents are friendly and welcoming; they always make you feel right at home! Reviews of Lehighton have been overwhelmingly positive from both residents and visitors alike. Those who have called it their home report feeling safe and satisfied with their living situation. Visitors often gush about the wonderful attractions found within the town’s limits, making it an ideal place to visit for those looking for something different than they would find in larger cities. With its inviting atmosphere and endless amenities available, Lehighton is a great place to go if you're looking for something fun to do or just want to get away from it all.
based on 3 ReviewsGet to know Lehighton with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Lehighton
Great place if you like tattoos and drugs - 9/6/2012
I have lived here since 1986 due to a job transfer and have hated it the whole time. Lots of people on drugs sporting tattoos and dragging 2-3 kids around - but unemployed. A hillbilly mentality, I don't think most of the people here have ever been out of Carbon County. Half the town is shuttered, you can't get a good meal in any restaurant and nothing to do unless you like fishing or hunting. Allentown is 1/2 hour away, but you better pack a gun when you go down there, so that leaves little reason to move or stay here. I'm out of here if I ever sell my
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Violent crime rate of 5? - 4/19/2009
I have no idea where this number came from. Lehighton is the only town I've ever lived in (or even visited) where I have absolutely no fears about taking my dog for a walk at 2 or 3am. There have been 3 murders in 40 years maybe, and only one of those was random, and it started as a
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Nice little town, but . . . - 4/19/2009
I lived in Lehighton for the first 35 years of my life, then I finally had to get out. I was going nowhere. Lehighton is known for people being born and raised there and never leaving, so people couldn't actually believe that I left. If you don't have a job with the school district or at the hospital, your commute will be 20 miles at minimum. However, Lehighton has been expanding over the years because it is a rather cheap alternative to living in Allentown. My whole family is still in Lehighton so I visit about twice a year or so, and on every visit I like to check out what has changed, and the changes are usually minimal to nonexistent. I think, however, that most people that live there are truly happy
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