Road Trips from Allentown, PA
Allentown offers a good mix for quick escapes. You've got several destinations within a 1.5 to 2-hour drive, many featuring access to significant park areas like the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. If you're up for a longer haul, there are options around 3 to 5 hours that boast higher drive scores and proximity to national trails and historical sites. This makes Allentown a solid launchpad for both short day trips and more ambitious drives.
Total Routes
212
Shortest
0.2h
With Parks Nearby
148
Under 2 hours
113 total in this range
Coatesville, PA
1h 32m56.7 mi one way
This 1.5-hour drive is a good option if you want to be near Valley Forge National Historical Park, which is a highlight among these shorter trips. It's slightly longer than the Glen Lyon or Saw Creek routes but offers a different park experience.
Glen Lyon, PA
1h 37m73.6 mi one way
At 1.6 hours, this trip is one of the quickest options. It offers a similar drive score and time to Saw Creek but doesn't list specific parks nearby, making it a more straightforward drive.
Saw Creek, PA
1h 27m54.9 mi one way
This 1.5-hour drive gets you to Saw Creek with access to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, one of the most prominent park areas available from Allentown. It's a very similar distance and time to the Glen Lyon trip.
Pocono Ranch Lands, PA
1h 35m60 mi one way
This 1.6-hour drive is a good choice for access to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. It's comparable in distance and drive time to Saw Creek but offers a slightly different destination.
Birchwood Lakes, PA
1h 51m69.6 mi one way
For a slightly longer drive at 1.9 hours, Birchwood Lakes provides access to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. It’s one of the longer options that still keeps you under the 2-hour mark.
Full-day getaway
46 total in this range
Colerain, PA
3h 54m179.4 mi one way
This 3.9-hour drive offers a higher drive score (10) and proximity to the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. It's a longer commitment than the Poconos trips but provides access to significant historical and natural attractions.
Fayetteville, PA
2h 42m130.4 mi one way
At 2.7 hours, Fayetteville is a solid mid-range drive. It scores a 10 for driving and is close to the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and the Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, similar to other longer options.
Scotland, PA
2h 35m126.3 mi one way
This 2.6-hour drive to Scotland offers a high drive score of 10, along with access to the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. It's a good alternative to Fayetteville or Charlestown.
Charlestown, PA
3h 12m150.1 mi one way
A 3.2-hour drive, Charlestown provides a high drive score (10) and proximity to the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument. This is a good option if you want a longer drive with significant park access.
Hilltown, PA
2h 47m123.6 mi one way
Weekend trip
53 total in this range
Williamsburg, PA
4h 3m181 mi one way
This 4.1-hour drive is one of the longest options, scoring a 10 for driving. It provides access to the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, making it suitable for a more extensive trip.
Pittsburgh, PA
5h 30m281.2 mi one way
The longest drive at 5.5 hours, Pittsburgh still maintains a solid drive score of 9. It offers access to the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument, and Flight 93 National Memorial, making it the most comprehensive option for a long road trip.
Berlin, PA
4h 13m209.5 mi one way
East Pittsburgh, PA
5h 17m266.8 mi one way
Penn Hills, PA
5h 26m276.9 mi one way
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Colerain, PA
3h 54m179.4 mi one way
Fayetteville, PA
2h 42m130.4 mi one way
Williamsburg, PA
4h 3m181 mi one way
Scotland, PA
2h 35m126.3 mi one way
Pittsburgh, PA
5h 30m281.2 mi one way
Coatesville, PA
1h 32m56.7 mi one way
York, PA
2h 6m88.7 mi one way
Jim Thorpe, PA
43m31.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Spring offers good opportunities to explore parks like the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, with moderate drive times under 2 hours.
Summer
Summer is ideal for longer drives to places like Pittsburgh or Williamsburg, taking advantage of the higher drive scores and extensive park access.
Fall
Fall foliage could enhance drives towards the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, especially on routes like the one to Colerain or Fayetteville.
Winter
Winter drives are manageable with high drive scores on many routes, though park access may be limited depending on the specific location.
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