The jewel of Towamensing Township is Beltzville State Park and Lake, providing residents and visitors with opportunities year-round recreation, including swimming, fishing, hiking, boating, bird watching, and cross-country skiing. Although Towamensing was originally called "St. Anthony's Wilderness". The Lenape Indian word Towamensing means uninhabited. Today the township is semi-rural, with small farms interspersed with homes and woodlands.
The Township is located within the boundaries of the highly regarded Palmerton Area School District. Towamensing has an active youth sports program, and it is the first township in Carbon County to institute a policy to preserve its historic structures. You will find the township to be a dynamic location with friendly people whether you are planning a July afternoon visit or a permanent move here.
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State's ReadyPA Campaign
The state’s ReadyPA campaign encourages residents to Be Informed, Be Prepared, and Be Involved. Read More...
A Letter To The Township Residents Your 2012 garbage collection bill is due. The billing year runs as follows: January 1 Through December 31, 2012 Read More...
Garbage Reminder
Garbage must be curb side by 6AM. Please do not call the township! Put garbage back out for pick-up the next week on normal collection day.
Covered electronics will no longer be excepted for trash collection. No Televisions, stereo equipment, computer equipment, etc. It must be recycled; County recycling is held 2 times a year(dates to be determined). Residents can contact Redner's Recycling & Removal Inc. 610-900-4008 They will pick up items for recycling; they might charge a small fee.
The jewel of Towamensing Township is Beltzville State Park and Lake, providing residents and visitors with opportunities year-round recreation, including swimming, fishing, hiking, boating, bird watching, and cross-country skiing. Although Towamensing was originally called "St. Anthony's Wilderness". The Lenape Indian word Towamensing means uninhabited. Today the township is semi-rural, with small farms interspersed with homes and woodlands. 
