Hamlin Lake Park

Hamlin Lake Park is located in Smethport’s center. Named after the Hamlin family who donated the land for its usage as a park, the area was redeveloped following the damage left by Hurricane Agnes in 1972. Today, the lake is again being studied for further development by Smethport Borough.

Northstar Studio has produced a 10-page picture book capturing the scenic beauty of the lake and the many activities and events it supports.

Hamlin Lake Park

Ross Porter has produced a tourist tri-fold brochure with a historical perspective: Hamlin Lake Park — Smethport’s Crown Jewel

About Smethport

Smethport is a borough of McKean County, Pennsylvania, and the county seat. It is also Pennsylvania’s first Route 6 Heritage Community. As of the 2020 census, the population was 1,515.

Dutch land surveyors explored Smethport in 1807 and selected it as northwest Pennsylvania’s most perfect town site. The community was named after Raymond and Theodore de Smeth, Dutch bankers and business agents based in Amsterdam, who established their firm in 1736.