Lehighton is a borough in Carbon County, near Jim Thorpe, Allentown and The Lehigh Valley, in the state of Pennsylvania in the United States of America.

Get around

Lehighton and the surrounding region have no significant means of public transportation. Taxi service is available but pick-ups must be arranged by telephone.

Attractions

The Lehigh River snaking through the towering mountains has given nearby Jim Thorpe the nick-name 'Little Switzerland' and made the area a popular tourist attraction. During the fall foliage tours when the leaves change colors, old fashioned train rides on a real steam locomotive are popular with young and old alike. A 10 minute drive from Lehighton.
 • Flagstaff Park on top of the mountain gives a commanding view of Jim Thorpe and the surrounding area.
 • The Number 9 Mine and Museum in nearby Lansford. Travel into a real coal mine and learn about the area's coal mining past.

Shopping

 • The state's 6% sales tax does not apply to clothing.
 • Wal-Mart
 • The Carbon Plaza Mall has a Chinese restaurant, Italian restaurant, a dollar store, a drug store, Giant food store, a Hallmark, a Deb clothing shop, a music store, a nail salon, and a hair salon.
 • Nearby Jim Thorpe is a touristy area with small shops on Broadway.
 • The Lehigh Valley Mall in Whitehall, a suburb of Allentown, is much larger. Many specialty stores such as Macy's, JCPenney, Strawbridge's, Baker Shoes, Go! Games, EB and American Eagle and others. In the general area of the mall, there are many restaurants, such as The Olive Garden, Ruby Tuesdays and Ground Round. There are also many stand alone stores, like Best Buy, Borders and Staples. About 30 minutes from Lehighton by car.

Dining

 • Trainer's Inn - Located on Route 209 near the PA Turnpike interchange. Upholds a very high reputation with local residents.
 • Alfie's - A simple Italian restaurant in downtown Lehighton with delicious food and large portions. There is seating, but take-out is more common for regulars. Pizza and cheesesteak sandwiches. Located on First Street (Rt. 209) in downtown Lehighton.
 • Pizza Hut - This location has eat-in seating and a salad bar. Located on Blakeslee Blvd. (Rt. 443) in Lehighton.
 • Macaluso's - Located at the Lantern Inn. An elegant restaurant serving Italian food.
 • McDonald's, Burger King, Arby's, Long John Silvers - Fast Food. Located on Blakeslee Blvd. (Rt. 443) about 1 mile west of Lehighton.
 • Platz's Platz's is a restaurant similar to Ruby Tuesdays or Applebee's. The decor and the menu options are similar. Known for their buffalo wings, which are served "dry" style. Located on Harrity Rd. just off Rt. 209 near the PA Turnpike interchange.
 • Leiby's Ice Cream House and Restaurant  Sandwiches and locally known ice cream. Located in South Tamaqua, ten miles west of town at the junction of Rts 443 and 309.
 • Verona Pizza House - A newer addition to Lehighton. Sells a variety of foods, including pizza, hoagies, and ice cream. Located on the corner of Mahoning and Fourth Streets near downtown Lehighton.
 • Chiu Kwan Kitchen - Chinese Food. Located within the Carbon Plaza Mall on Blakeslee Blvd. (Rt. 443) about 1 mile west of Lehighton.
 • Caruso's Restaurant - Italian Food. Located at the junction of Rts. 443 and 209.
 • The Boulevard - Homestyle cooking in a family restaurant setting. Salad Bar. Located on Blakeslee Blvd.
 • Jack River Smoke House - Steaks and other American foods. Located on Rt. 209 about 3 miles east of Lehighton, in the village of Forest Inn.

Lodging

Hotels and Motels
 • Mahoning Inn (Lehighton) (Formerly the Mahoning Court Motel)
 • Mooney's Motel (Lehighton)
 • Country Inn and Suites (Lehighton)
 • Hampton Inn (Lehighton)
 • The Lantern Inn (Jim Thorpe)
 • The Inn at Jim Thorpe (Jim Thorpe)

Bed and Breakfasts
 • The Guest House (610) 377-1857

Camping
 • The Woods Campground Is a membership-only gay and lesbian, clothing optional campground, exclusively for those 18-and-over, located on 100 private acres with a three acre lake, pool and spacious camp sites.
 • Bake Oven Campground Scenic campground located in East Penn Township, on Rte. 895 south of Lehighton.