Plain Grove Township, Pennsylvania

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A blooming township located in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania

Welcome to Plain Grove Township! Located in the northeast corner of Lawrence County, our rural community spans 18.7 square miles and is home to 777 residents (2020 Census). Bisected by Interstate 79 and just minutes from I-80 and the Grove City Outlets, Plain Grove Township offers quiet countryside living with easy access to nearby towns, schools, and shopping.

Farming remains the heart of our township, with over 60% of the land dedicated to agriculture, alongside rich forest areas, State Game Lands, and nature preserves that support rare plant and bird species. With local landmarks like Pollock Ball Field, Plain Grove Township Hall, and our historic country store, Plain Grove offers a peaceful, welcoming place to visit or call home, all while being just an hour from Pittsburgh.

Why Choose Plain Grove Township?

Plain Grove Township offers a lifestyle defined by open space, natural beauty, and a close-knit rural community. Here, neighbors know each other, the roads are calm, and life moves at a more comfortable pace. Residents enjoy fresh country air, wide stretches of farmland, and access to nearby game lands for hiking, hunting, and outdoor activities year-round.

With its peaceful setting, friendly atmosphere, and easy access to larger towns, shopping, and schools just minutes away, Plain Grove is a place where you can put down roots, escape the rush of city living, and enjoy the best of Pennsylvania’s countryside.

Plain Grove Township – Where rural charm meets small town connection.

60%
Farmland

1,800+ Acres Game Lands

777 Current
Residents

5 Minutes to Interstate 80

Grove City Outlets

8 minutes

3 Local Colleges

15 minutes

Pittsburgh, PA

60 minutes

Interstate 80

8 minutes

2025 Township Meeting Dates

Meetings Start at 7:00PM

January 6

February 3

March 10

April 7 Postponed to April 14

May 5

June 2

July 7

August 4

September 8 Changed to September 9 (Same time)

October 6 Changed to October 13 (Same time)

November 3

December 1

Carving a Place in Lawrence County

In March 1849, Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, was established from portions of Beaver and Mercer Counties and originally consisted of thirteen townships. A few years later, in April 1854, the former North Slippery Rock Township—once part of Mercer County—was divided to create Washington and Scott Townships. Then, in February 1855, Plain Grove Township (sometimes spelled Plaingrove) was formed, occupying the northeast corner of Lawrence County by combining sections of both Washington and Scott Townships.