A small community nestled in a valley on the Appalachian Plateau, Hastings is one of the most progressive towns in Northern Cambria County,  Incorporated in 1889, Hastings is rich in natural resources and beauty.  Throughout the years, the community witnessed changes, hardships, and undoubtedly growth.  Today, Hastings is still a small town, rich in spirit and community pride, comprised of people with good work ethic and strong moral values.  The small home-town spirit is truly visible in the community of Hastings. 

Educational Resources

Cambria Heights and Northern Cambria are the local school districts.  Residents have only a short distance to travel to receive technical training at Admiral Peary Area Vocational Technical School or Penn Highlands Community College.  In addition, St. Francis University, Loretto, Mount Aloysius College in Cresson, University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown campus and Pennsylvania State University, Altoona campus provide the resources for higher educations 

Hastings is proud of the recreational opportunities that are provided to residents and visitors alike. The Hastings community is home to our community swimming pool, a park, tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, deck hockey, ice skating rink and walking trails.  Located on the outskirts of Hastings is the Cambrian Hill Country Club, a nine hole golf course.  Only eight miles away, one can enjoy nature’s beauty by visiting the Prince Gallitzen State Park. The park provides boating, fishing, camping, swimming and hiking and other activities throughout the seasons.  Newly, added is the Rock Run ATV park, the only one of its kind in Pennsylvania.

Hastings is located via a new access road three miles from 2 lane US 219, and just 10 miles from a modern 4 lane US 219.  Hastings is ½ mile access to RTE 36 and 17 miles from RTE 22 and RTE 422.