Laurella
School District
Type:
Hamlet
Municipality
🌲 Laurella, tucked into Berlin Township, Wayne County, Pennsylvania, is a quiet hamlet where winding roads, wooded hills, and rural heritage converge.
📍 Location & Landscape
- Coordinates: 41.5937°N, 75.20906°W
- Elevation: ~1,198 feet (365 meters) above sea level
- ZIP Code: 18405 | Area Codes: 570 and 272
- Lies in the Eastern Time Zone, observing daylight saving time
🏞️ Community Character
- Laurella is an unincorporated locality, meaning no formal government or borough council
- Surrounded by other small communities like Bethel, Carley Brook, and Beach Lake
- Offers a peaceful, residential atmosphere with scenic backroads and forested surroundings
🕰️ Historical Notes
- The Laurella Post Office opened in 1894, marking its early role as a local hub
- Shares in Berlin Township’s legacy of farming, logging, and quiet rural living