Lakemont Pennsylvania Map
Lakemont, Pennsylvania — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Lakemont, Blair County.
Interactive Map of Lakemont, Pennsylvania
| City | Lakemont |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Blair |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 40.472849 |
| Longitude | -78.388347 |
| Population | 1,644 |
| Density | 572.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Lakemont, Pennsylvania
Lakemont is a locality in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,644. The population density is 572.8 people per km². Lakemont is located at 40.4728°N, 78.3883°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 16602.
Lakemont rests in a hollow where the Allegheny Mountains begin to soften their ruggedness, a place where the air often carries the scent of pine needles and damp earth. It lies 3.2 miles south of Altoona, PA (from Altoona, PA: bearing 174°T), and is situated 3.1 miles north of Hollidaysburg. The landscape here is a study in greens and greys, with rolling hills carpeted in deciduous forest that bursts into fiery hues each autumn, and outcrops of ancient stone that speak of deeper geological time. Small streams, born from the higher elevations, thread their way through the terrain, their waters cool and clear, reflecting the ever-shifting sky. The character of Lakemont is one of quiet resilience, a place accustomed to the slow, steady turning of seasons and the enduring presence of the wild. The history of Lakemont is tied to the rich veins of coal that once sustained a vigorous mining economy, a legacy that has left its mark on the land and the people. While the mines have largely fallen silent, the spirit of hard work and community remains, now channeled into smaller enterprises and the quiet stewardship of the surrounding natural beauty. The Juniata River, a vital artery in this part of Pennsylvania, flows nearby, its presence a constant murmur that has shaped the lives and livelihoods of generations. Local traditions, born from the confluence of Scotch-Irish and German heritage, are observed with a gentle pride, often marked by simple gatherings and shared meals that underscore the deep-rooted connections within Lakemont.
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About This Lakemont Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Lakemont, Pennsylvania with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Lakemont and Blair County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Lakemont is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Lakemont is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 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. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
