Explore Colonial Park, Pennsylvania, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Colonial Park |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Dauphin County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 40.298695 |
| Longitude | -76.806994 |
| Population | 16,243 |
| Density | 1243.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 17847, 17109 |
| Area Code | 215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878 |
| County Seat | Harrisburg |
| School District | Central Dauphin School District |
Colonial Park rests upon the steady, inland earth of Pennsylvania, where the terrain shifts through quiet woodlands and fertile plains. It lies 1.2 miles southwest of Lower Paxton, PA (from Lower Paxton, PA: bearing 236°T), and is situated 4.4 miles east-northeast of Harrisburg. Sunlight stretches across the landscape at dusk, casting long shadows that trace the path of Asylum Run as it winds through the low-lying ground. The distant, hazy silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains marks the horizon, standing as a silent sentinel twelve miles from the neighborhood. Residents often find their way to Brightbill Park, a local space that offers a respite from the steady pace of the day. A few miles further, the waters of Wildwood Lake provide a reflective surface for the changing sky, grounding the geography in a stillness that feels both ancient and immediate.
Colonial Park grew from the patterns of early agrarian settlement, evolving alongside the industrial shifts that defined the regional economy. The labor of generations built the infrastructure here, turning the soil and establishing the commercial foundations that support the present day. Local industry remains tied to the broader productivity of the state, benefiting from a location that favors trade and the steady movement of goods. Many residents look toward the nearby Haldeman State Forest to understand the deeper timber and natural history of the region. This history is not merely recorded in books but is held in the sturdy, brick-and-mortar architecture that defines the streetscapes of Colonial Park.
The cultural character of Colonial Park draws from a tradition of quiet industry and the deliberate rhythm of daily life. Neighbors often gather for seasonal events that mark the passage of the year, fostering a sense of connection that defines the social fabric of the area. For those seeking a longer trek, the Darlington Trail offers a path through the wilderness, leading hikers toward the rugged beauty of Bryson Hollow. While the pace remains steady, the influence of the region’s heritage is felt in the local preference for craftsmanship and the preservation of communal spaces. Public life here reflects a grounded perspective, where the simple beauty of a clear afternoon or the changing leaves serves as the true centerpiece of the experience.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Colonial Park, Pennsylvania. Coordinates: 40.298695, -76.806994. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Colonial Park includes the ZIP code (17847, 17109), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Dauphin County (Harrisburg), and school district assignment (Central Dauphin School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |