Mechanicsburg is a borough in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, located at about 8 miles west of Harrisburg. Mechanicsburg is part of the Harrisburg-Carlisle Metropolitan Area. Mechanicsburg was settled in 1806 and incorporated as a borough on April 12, 1828. Even today, Mechanicsburg is a rich agricultural region. Although automotive technology changed, the residents cannot dismiss the vital role the railroad played in the development of Mechanicsburg. As of the 2007 census, Mechanicsburg has a population of 8783 residents. It is an ideal holiday destination, since it has many attractions to offer its tourists.
Top Attractions Within Mechanicsburg
Armitage Golf Course in Mechanicsburg is a great place to spend the afternoon having fun, with your family and friends. This 18-hole golf course combines a variety of flat and hilly fairways. The golf course is fairly accessible for beginners and experts. The pro shop has all the necessary golf equipment you need for both men and women. It provides all the amenities that make your stay here a pleasant one: restaurants, snack bars and restrooms. There are also plenty of gazebos where you can relax after a tiring game of golf.
Bam Pow Gaming is the perfect place in Mechanicsburg to have plenty of fun with your family and friends. There is a very wide variety of rides you can choose, from high roller coasters, to water slides, creepy haunted houses, bumper cars, laser tag and paintball. The indoor arcade is also a source of fun for adults and children alike, where they can play the latest video games.
The Frankenberger Tavern in Mechanicsburg is one of the most important landmarks in town. The Tavern was built in 1801 by George Frankenberger, who applied for a license to open his newly log home for the convenience of travellers. It is the oldest building in Mechanicsburg, and the tavern has undergone extensive renovation, but is not yet completed. Still, the venue is worth visiting, because it provides a glimpse of how Mechanicsburg was in the past.
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| Book At | Miles/km to Mechanicsburg | Directions to Mechanicsburg | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moon Twp | 10/16 | Directions | 40.517975 | -80.221507 |
| Moon Township | 10/16 | Directions | 40.517975 | -80.221507 |
| Monaca | 11/18 | Directions | 40.68729 | -80.27145 |
| Calcutta | 12/19 | Directions | 40.6734 | -80.57646 |
| Coraopolis | 13/21 | Directions | 40.5184 | -80.16672 |
| Beaver Falls | 14/22 | Directions | 40.75201 | -80.31923 |
| Cranberry Township | 18/28 | Directions | 40.684576 | -80.107178 |
| Steubenville | 18/29 | Directions | 40.36979 | -80.63396 |
| *Distance is calculated aerial. Actual will be different. | ||||
