Zimmerman Center for Heritage
Facility · Pennsylvania ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Susquehanna Heritage Park (Recreation or Education) · Open Access
- 261 ft
- Elevation
The Zimmerman Center for Heritage sits on the banks of the Susquehanna River and is part of the Susquehanna National Heritage Area. The Susquehanna River has long been a gateway to exploration and a corridor of culture and commerce. As rich in history as it is in breathtaking scenery, spectacular wildlife and soul restoring recreation, the river is a place for experiencing the stories of America.
Getting there
The Zimmerman Center for Heritage is located on the west bank of the Susquehanna River, just south of Wrightsville, PA and east of York, PA.
39.97738, -76.49664 · 39°58'38.6"N 76°29'47.9"W
Typical weather
Typically 87°F in Jul, down to 39°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 39 | 41 | 50 | 63 | 72 | 82 | 87 | 84 | 77 | 65 | 53 | 44 |
| Low °F | 25 | 26 | 33 | 44 | 53 | 63 | 68 | 66 | 60 | 48 | 38 | 30 |
| Precip in | 3.3 | 2.7 | 4.0 | 3.5 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 3.6 | 4.9 | 4.4 | 3.4 | 3.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Zimmerman Center for Heritage
- Can you reserve a site at Zimmerman Center for Heritage?
- No. Zimmerman Center for Heritage is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (717) 252-0229
- Email info@susquehannaheritage.org
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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