Fawn Lake Forest Pennsylvania Map

About Fawn Lake Forest, Pennsylvania

Fawn Lake Forest is a locality in Pike County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is a small community with a population of 765. The population density is 124.1 people per km². Fawn Lake Forest is located at 41.5084°N, 75.0643°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 18428.

Fawn Lake Forest unfolds as a verdant expanse where ancient woodland meets the subtle undulations of the Pocono Mountains. It lies 31.7 miles east-north-east of Scranton, PA (from Scranton, PA: bearing 77°T), and is situated 9.7 miles north of Lords Valley. Here, the air carries the cool, damp scent of pine needles and decaying leaves, a constant reminder of the forest's enduring presence. Towering oaks and maples create a dense canopy, through which shafts of sunlight pierce, dappling the moss-covered stones and the rich, dark soil below. The landscape is punctuated by the quiet murmur of unseen streams, their paths winding through the undergrowth, and the occasional flash of a white-tailed deer, its coat blending seamlessly with the dappled shade. This is a place where the earth feels solid and ancient, where the whisper of the wind through the branches seems to hold a thousand stories. The history of Fawn Lake Forest is deeply entwined with the natural resources that have shaped this corner of Pike County. For generations, the abundant timber provided a livelihood, feeding sawmills and shaping the very character of the early settlements. While the large-scale logging operations have largely receded, a connection to the land persists in the local economy, which now finds footing in tourism and outdoor recreation. The clear waters of Fawn Lake itself, a serene jewel reflecting the surrounding greenery, draw visitors seeking respite and the simple pleasures of a lakeside afternoon. Though no grand universities or famous individuals are prominently associated with Fawn Lake Forest, its distinction lies in its quiet persistence, a testament to the enduring appeal of a landscape that continues to offer solace and a profound sense of place.

About This Fawn Lake Forest Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fawn Lake Forest, Pennsylvania — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.508422, -75.064337. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Fawn Lake Forest and Pike County.

Detailed location data for Fawn Lake Forest includes the ZIP code (18428), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Pike County (Milford), and school district assignment (Wallenpaupack Area School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Fawn Lake Forest is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.