AREA Lycoming County lies in the heart of north central Pennsylvania. Located on the west branch of the Susquehanna River, Lycoming County is the largest geographical County in Pennsylvania and is part of the Allegheny Mountain chain. Lycoming County houses many parks, state game lands, forests, rivers, and streams which provides a great area for water sports and various outdoor activities. Williamsport serves as Lycoming County's seat and focal point and was settled in the late 1700's along the west branch of the Susquehanna River. Other towns and boroughs like Muncy, Montoursville, and Hughesville soon followed as Williamsport became the main northern river port in the valleys of the Susquehanna.
Historical sights litter the area, antique shops are everywhere.
There are many places to stay,from small bed and breakfasts, to large chain hotels. This area definitely is a good representation of the four seasons. Summer time highs average from the mid 70's to low 80's. The spring bloom is especially colorful with hundreds of species of trees and shrubs blooming from March to June. The fall foliage change is spectacularly brilliant, peaking during the middle two weeks of October.