Facility Overview

Situated directly along Pennsylvania Route 61 in Northumberland County, the Truck Parking Club location at 8612 PA-61 in Coal Township, PA offers a dedicated, heavy-duty commercial vehicle staging and parking facility. Built as an open-air, level gravel and crushed-stone surface lot, the property is tailored specifically for the rigorous demands of over-the-road freight carriers, regional haulers, and equipment operators. With no overhead canopies or vertical height barriers, the lot provides completely unrestricted vertical clearance, easily accommodating full-size Class 8 tractor-trailers (up to 53-foot dry vans, reefers, and flatbeds), oversized hotshot rigs, box trucks, utility fleet vehicles, and recreational vehicles (RVs). Wide drive aisles and generous turning radiuses make backing in and maneuvering articulated rigs simple and stress-free at any hour.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This strategically positioned facility serves as an essential stopping and staging point for drivers traversing east-central Pennsylvania’s coal region and freight bypass corridors. Located immediately adjacent to the borough of Shamokin and neighboring Mount Carmel, the lot provides quick access to essential local amenities and regional destinations:

• Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area (AOAA): Located just minutes away, this premier 8,000-acre motorized off-road park draws thousands of enthusiasts, making this lot a great staging point for haulers and trailers.
• Shamokin & Coal Township Commercial District: Less than a 5-minute drive (approx. 2 miles) to local grocery stores, auto parts retailers, fueling stations, and family diners along PA-61 and Market Street.
• Knoebels Amusement Resort: Situated approximately 13 miles northwest in Elysburg, Pennsylvania, accessible in about 20 minutes via PA-61 North and PA-487 North.
• Northumberland County Industrial Corridors: Easy reach to area distribution hubs, manufacturing plants, and regional logistics facilities supporting central Pennsylvania supply chains.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward via PA-61, a primary regional multi-lane arterial that connects the area directly to Interstate 81 at Frackville (Exit 124) roughly 15 miles to the southeast. To the northwest, PA-61 feeds toward Sunbury and the Susquehanna River corridor, linking with US-11, US-15, and routes toward Interstate 80. The entrance driveway is engineered with broad apron clearances to allow long-wheelbase commercial combinations to turn smoothly off the highway without encroaching on oncoming traffic. Local road travel is reliable year-round, though drivers should maintain cautious speeds during winter conditions across Northumberland County’s rolling terrain.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Expansive Open-Air Footprint: Completely open layout with unlimited vertical clearance, suitable for standard and high-cube commercial freight.
• Seamless Digital Booking: Member reservations and spot guarantees handled on-demand via the Truck Parking Club mobile app and online platform.
• 24/7 Access: Continuous operational access allowing late-night arrivals, early-morning departures, and mandatory FMCSA 10-hour or 34-hour rest breaks.
• Heavy-Load Surface: Solid gravel and aggregate base designed to support high gross vehicle weights without rutting.
• Perimeter & Lighting: Open sightlines with security lighting covering entryways and primary parking stalls for enhanced driver safety after dark.
• Flexible Vehicle Accommodations: Suitable for bobtails, full tractor-trailer combos, car haulers, RVs, travel trailers, and construction equipment.

Ideal For

• Long-Haul Commercial Truck Drivers: Over-the-road (OTR) drivers needing a verified, safe, and legal spot to complete required DOT rest cycles and log resets.
• Regional Logistics & Distribution Fleets: Fleets needing overflow staging or overnight drop-yard capacity near PA-61 and I-81 freight lanes.
• Off-Road & Recreation Haulers: Drivers transporting ATVs, UTVs, or dirt bikes to the Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area seeking secure overnight vehicle or trailer storage.
• Contractors & Heavy Equipment Operators: Construction crews needing secure off-highway parking for work trucks, flatbeds, and utility trailers.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Reserve your parking space in advance through the Truck Parking Club platform before your clock runs out, ensuring a guaranteed spot upon arrival without wasting precious driving hours. While the entrance along PA-61 is well-marked, slow down well ahead of the turn to signal clearly to following highway traffic. Always verify your assigned bay or designated section in your digital reservation confirmation, and ensure all landing gear pads are firmly seated on the gravel surface. For hot meals, groceries, and driver services, look to the shopping and dining plazas situated along PA-61 within a 2- to 3-mile drive westbound toward Coal Township.