Offering both the charms of a European village and the thrills of a mountain sports destination, this historic town is one of the…
Parking
Wondering where do you park when visiting Jim Thorpe? Find information on parking fees and locations below!
A wealth of beautiful historic buildings packed along winding mountain streets means that parking can be limited in Jim Thorpe. Especially on weekends, traffic can be heavy entering town, so be sure to plan ahead and arrive early to secure a spot. There are parking pay kiosks located throughout Jim Thorpe, but each applies to a particular parking zone. Before you pay at a kiosk, double check that it is the appropriate kiosk for the zone that you parked in.
The main Carbon County Jim Thorpe Municipal Parking lot is located at 1 Susquehanna Street next to the train station. The cost for automobiles is $8/day 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday and $12/day 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and holidays. Pricing may vary during events and festivals. The municipal lot also services the local courthouse, and some spots are reserved, so be sure to watch for signage designating visitor parking or indicating parking time limits. Parking is available for buses, campers and vehicles towing trailers in the lot for $15/day. Pay at kiosks in the lot or via the Flowbird app.
The county parking lot near Josiah White Park at 41 Susquehanna Street also has public parking places. Visit the Carbon County Parking Portal for more information.
On-street metered parking administered by the Borough of Jim Thorpe is available along Broadway Street, with a five hour parking limit. Pay at kiosks along the street or via the Flowbird app. Meters cost $1/hour from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Note that parking on W. Broadway is by permit only as marked by red signage.