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Forty Fort, PA

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A riverfront small town between Wilkes-Barre and Scranton

Riverfront Airport Convenient Historic Suburban Affordable

Nestled along Susquehanna River, Forty Fort is a conveniently located suburb just outside of Wilkes-Barre — home to King’s College, Wilkes University, Kirby Park, and an array of theaters, restaurants, retailers, and bars. Although Forty Fort itself is a small town, there are plenty of entertainment, dining, and shopping options around. Major metro areas like Scranton are only 20 miles outside of town, and residents can even get to New York City or Philadelphia for a fun weekend getaway. Residents have easy access to Interstate 81 and the Wilkes-Barre Wyoming Valley Airport. Public schools, restaurants, sports complexes, athletic fields, and small businesses make up the majority of Forty Fort. The rentals that are available in town are very affordable, making this an ideal suburb for renters.

Transportation

63

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

54

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Dana El Center

Public

Grades K-5

617 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • The Lands at Hillside Farms
  • Frances Slocum State Park

Airports

  • Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International

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