Parking
Wondering where to 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.
If you arrive later in the day and can't find parking in the main lot or on the street, consider spending the morning exploring nearby towns like Lehighton, Weissport, and Lansford, then return to Jim Thorpe later in the day when more parking spots may have opened up. Many of theses towns also offer access to the D&L Trail which runs through Jim Thorpe. Coming into town for the Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Festival this October? Take advantage of additional weekend parking options including a pre-paid, reserved parking shuttle running from Mauch Chunk Lake Park as well as parking at Sam Miller Field and Immaculate Conception Parish. Browse a list of Jim Thorpe parking options below.
Carbon County Parking Lot
Carbon County Parking Lot
The main Carbon County Jim Thorpe Municipal Parking lot is located at 1 Susquehanna Street just north of 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 and Sunday. 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 Monday-Friday and $25/day Saturday and Sunday. Pay at kiosks in the lot or via the Flowbird app. Pay-by-Text is also available: text the provided code to the designated number indicated on the parking sign. You will receive a text response containing a secure link: follow the instructions at the link to complete your payment.
The county parking lot near Josiah White Park at 41 Susquehanna Street, just south of the train station, also has some public parking places. Visit the Carbon County Parking Portal for more information.
On-street Parking
On-street Parking
On-street metered parking administered by the Borough of Jim Thorpe is available along Broadway Street from the train station up to the opera house, with a five hour parking limit. Pay at kiosks along the street or via the Flowbird app. Pay-by-Text is also available: text the provided code to the designated number indicated on the parking sign. You will receive a text response containing a secure link: follow the instructions at the link to complete your payment. 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.
Reserved Parking: Mauch Chunk Lake Park Weekend Shuttle in October
Reserved Parking: Mauch Chunk Lake Park Weekend Shuttle in October
Skip the hassle of driving downtown and see some extra foliage along the way! Pre-paid, reserved parking is available at nearby Mauch Chunk Lake Park every Saturday and Sunday throughout the month of October. The $25 cost includes parking and two round-trip shuttle passes (additional shuttle passes cost $3/person). Park at the lake then hop aboard the shuttle for a 15-minute trip to the downtown area. Show your orange wristband when boarding the shuttle to return. The shuttle will pick up at and drop off at 26 West Broadway next to Marion Hose Bar. When driving to Mauch Chunk Lake Park, be sure to choose a route that takes you around Jim Thorpe's downtown area to avoid delays: travel through Penn Forest Township to Mauch Chunk Lake Park to take the back way.
Sam Miller Field Weekend Shuttle Parking in October
Sam Miller Field Weekend Shuttle Parking in October
Sam Miller Field at 122 North Avenue will have shuttle parking available October 7-8, October 14-15, October 21-22, and Sunday, October 29 only (no parking is available at this location on Saturday, October 28). Parking costs $20 (please note this location only accepts cash), and the lot opens at approximately 11 a.m. Show your wristband to board the shuttle to return at the end of the day. The shuttle will pick up at and drop off at 26 West Broadway next to Marion Hose Bar.
Immaculate Conception Parish Parking in October
Immaculate Conception Parish Parking in October
Immaculate Conception Parish is located at 163 West Broadway, beyond the Old Jail Museum, and will offer parking all Saturdays and Sundays throughout October only. Parking costs $25 in cash or $27 via credit card; lots open at 11 a.m. and close at 9 p.m.
Self parking is also available Monday through Friday for $20: customers should scan the QR code on the board at the entrance to the lot, enter a credit card number, and license plate. Any unpaid cars may be ticketed and/or towed at the owner's expense. No overnight parking is permitted; the lot closes at 9:00 p.m. Any cars parked in the lot after 9 p.m. will be towed at the owner's expense.
Park in Lehighton and Bike into Jim Thorpe along the D&L Trail
Park in Lehighton and Bike into Jim Thorpe along the D&L Trail
Up for adding a little extra fresh air and outdoor adventure to your day in Jim Thorpe? The scenic D&L Trail runs along the Lehigh River between Jim Thorpe and nearby towns like Lehighton. The distance is four and a half miles each way for hikers and bikers, but an e-bike rental from Bronson E-Bikes and Trikes will cut out some of the leg work! Take advantage of plentiful parking at The Hofford Mill in Weissport then enjoy a cycle into historic downtown Jim Thorpe on an electric bike.
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