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Lower Allen Pennsylvania Map

Explore Lower Allen, Pennsylvania, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Lower Allen, Pennsylvania

How to Use This Lower Allen, Pennsylvania Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Lower Allen, Pennsylvania. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Pennsylvania or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Lower Allen.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

CityLower Allen
StatePennsylvania (PA)
CountyCumberland County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude40.226479
Longitude-76.900529
Population7,465
Density1311.9 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Codes17011, 17043
Area Code215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878
County SeatCarlisle
School DistrictWest Shore School District

About Lower Allen, Pennsylvania

Lower Allen is a locality in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,465. The population density is 1311.9 people per km². Lower Allen is located at 40.2265°N, 76.9005°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 17011, 17043.

Lower Allen occupies a verdant stretch of land defined by the steady, winding passage of the Yellow Breeches Creek. It lies 3.4 miles south-southwest of Harrisburg, PA (from Harrisburg, PA: bearing 195°T), and is situated 8.2 miles southwest of Lower Paxton. The horizon to the west catches the dim, violet shadows cast by the Blue Ridge Mountains, providing a constant, silent backdrop to the daily movement of the sun. Within the local borders, Green Lane Park offers a quiet expanse of greenery where the air holds a crisp, earthen clarity during the changing seasons. The landscape avoids the drama of high peaks, favoring instead a gentle, terrestrial rhythm that defines the quality of the light at dusk. Travelers might note the nearby Camp Hill Borough Pool, which serves as a singular, reflective presence in the immediate vicinity.

Lower Allen grew from the steady labor of early settlers who recognized the fertility of the soil and the utility of the surrounding waterways. Over generations, the local economy transitioned from agrarian foundations to a more diverse landscape of commerce and modern enterprise. The industrious spirit of the region remains visible in the tidy organization of business districts that bridge the gap between historical roots and contemporary demands. While the rhythms of the workplace have shifted, the underlying diligence of the residents maintains a consistent pulse. This work ethic mirrors the broader regional history of the Commonwealth, where craftsmanship and enterprise define the character of the land.

Cultural life in Lower Allen reflects a quiet, enduring stability that values community connection over grand spectacle. Residents often gather for seasonal events that animate the local parks and public spaces, fostering a sense of shared purpose among neighbors. The proximity of the Darlington Trail invites those seeking a slower pace to engage with the natural terrain that stretches out toward the distant reaches of Bryson Hollow. While the area maintains a modest profile, its residents benefit from an environment that prioritizes accessibility and thoughtful development. Life here proceeds with a deliberate, grounded grace, untouched by the frantic pace of larger urban centers.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Maple St Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 033° NE
  • Linsenbach Parkland Acquisition (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 281° W
  • Fiala Field (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 298° NW
  • Color Me Mine (Arts Centre) — 1.6 mi, 264° W
  • Bicentennial Plaza Dedication (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 307° NW
  • Riverfront Park (Local Park) — 1.7 mi, 017° N
  • Willow Park Tree Memorial (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 313° NW
  • West Shore Theater (Cinema) — 1.9 mi, 089° E
  • Redbuds Island (Local Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 058° NE
  • Lion Statue (Public Artwork) — 2.1 mi, 320° NW
  • Owen's Garden (Monument) — 2.1 mi, 303° NW
  • Select Medical Digital Cinema (Cinema) — 2.6 mi, 023° NE
  • Open Stage of Harrisburg (Theatre) — 2.6 mi, 022° N
  • Gamut Theatre Group (Theatre) — 2.7 mi, 023° NE
  • Vivi on Verbeke (Gallery) — 3.0 mi, 011° N
  • The Oakes Museum of Natural History (Museum) — 6.6 mi, 224° SW
  • Miller Auditorium (Arts Centre) — 6.8 mi, 225° SW
  • Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 7.9 mi, 106° E
  • Gifford Pinchot State Park (State Park) — 8.9 mi, 171° S
  • Old Toboggan Run Rocks (Historic Ruins) — 11.0 mi, 177° S
  • Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 12.3 mi, 345° N · 110k acres
  • Candymonium (Attraction) — 13.4 mi, 072° E
  • Carrousel (Attraction) — 13.4 mi, 072° E
  • Reese's Cupfusion (Attraction) — 13.6 mi, 072° E
  • Skyrush (Attraction) — 13.6 mi, 072° E
  • Ibberson Conservation Area State Park (State Park) — 14.0 mi, 008° N

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About This Lower Allen Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lower Allen, Pennsylvania. Coordinates: 40.226479, -76.900529. 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 Lower Allen includes the ZIP code (17011, 17043), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Cumberland County (Carlisle), and school district assignment (West Shore School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

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 generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.