Port Allegany in McKean County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Allegheny Portage
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, August 31, 2012
1. Allegheny Portage Marker
The 23-mile crossing from Susquehanna West Branch to the Allegheny River followed Portage Creek to a "canoe place" near this point. From here Indians and pioneers continued on their way by boat down the Allegheny River.Erected 1948 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series list.
Location. 41° 48.341′ N, 78° 16.648′ W. Marker is in Port Allegany, Pennsylvania, in McKean County. Marker is at the intersection of South Main Street (U.S. 6) and Port-Emporium Road (Pennsylvania Route 155), on the right when traveling east on South Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Port Allegany PA 16743, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 8 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Port Allegany (approx. 0.4 miles away); Port Allegany World War Memorial (approx. 0.4 miles away); a different marker also named Port Allegany (approx.
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Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, August 31, 2012
2. Allegheny Portage Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 7, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 3, 2012, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 469 times since then and 31 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 3, 2012, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
