What is mcelhattan pennsylvania?

McElhattan is a small census-designated place (CDP) located within Wayne Township, Clinton County, Pennsylvania, United States. As of the 2010 census, it had a population of 1,136.

The town is situated on the West Branch Susquehanna River, on the southern edge of the Pennsylvania Wilds region. It is named after David McElhatton, who established several businesses (including a sawmill and a gristmill) in the area during the early 19th century. The town also served as a stop on the Bald Eagle and Spring Creek Navigation, a canal system that operated from the mid-19th century until the early 20th century.

Today, McElhattan is a quiet residential community and serves as a bedroom community for nearby cities like Lock Haven and Williamsport. Many residents work in nearby manufacturing facilities or in the service industry. The town is also home to the Wayne Township Landfill, which accepts waste from across the region. McElhattan has a post office and a branch of the Citizens & Northern Bank. The area is popular for hunting, fishing, and hiking, with several state forests and wildlife areas located nearby.