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WE LCOME TO THE PO CO NO MOU N TA IN S Any time of the year is a good time to visit the Pocono Mountains, located within driving distance of most major East Coast cities. This region is home to rolling mountain terrain, breathtakingly beautiful waterfalls, thriving woodlands and 170 miles of winding rivers.
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1004 W Main Street Stroudsburg, PA 18360 PoconoMountains.com
FOUR SEASONS OF FUN
SPRING
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Spring awakening inspires outdoor activity in the Pocono Mountains. The blooming scenery provides picturesque settings for hiking, biking, birdwatching, boating, picnics, festivals and more. Golf swings into action on a number of courses, and warm-weather attractions gear up for summer fun across the region.
In autumn, the Pocono Mountains are ablaze with brilliant foliage. Stunning reds, oranges and yellows line the landscape as fairs and festivals celebrate the season. Tours, train excursions and outdoor activities offer unique views of the changing mountain scenery.
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Summer sparks endless ways to play in the Pocono Mountains. Lakes, rivers and waterparks welcome swimming and splashing, while zip lines and adventure courses fuel highflying fun for all. Races, concerts and celebrations fill the days as campfires and fireworks light up the nights.
Winter thrills with snowsports for every adventurer. Over 185 trails ensure great skiing, riding and tubing while snowy woodlands provide perfect settings for sleigh rides, crosscountry skiing and snowshoeing. Seasonal celebrations spread warmth and good cheer throughout the region. Visit PoconoMountains.com for a full calendar of events and more information on this four-season destination.
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Adventure Sports
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Casino Theatre and Village Malt Shoppe
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House of Candles
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Pocono TreeVentures Aerial Ropes Course and Pocono Zip Racer
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American Candle
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Chamberlain Canoes
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Kalahari
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Pocono Whitewater
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Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm
Indoor Waterparks
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Bendixen’s Giftware
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The Christmas Factory/ 2 Charming Fashion Warehouse
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Kittatinny Canoes
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Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes
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Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park
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Moyer Aviation, Inc.
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S&S Speedways Indoor Go-Karts
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Blue Lightning Tubing/ White Lightning Snowtubing
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Costa’s Family Fun Park
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Odd-Lot Outlet
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Schisler Museum of Wildlife & Natural History and McMunn Planetarium
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Blue Mountain Resort
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Country Junction “World’s Largest General Store”
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Paradise Trout Preserve
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Shawnee Mountain Festivals
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Bushkill Falls
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Country Kettle
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Pocono Action Sports
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Skirmish Paintball
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Callie’s Candy Kitchen
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The Crossings Premium Outlets
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Pocono Biking
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StockCar Racing Experience
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Callie’s Pretzel Factory
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Fireworks Outlet
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Pocono Cheesecake Factory
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The Stourbridge Line
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Camelback Mountain Adventures
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H2Oooohh!
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Pocono Indian Museum
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Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour & Boat Rentals
Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark
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Pocono Raceway
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Whitewater Challengers
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Adventure Sports 398 Seven Bridges Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570-223-0505 • adventuresport.com
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Big Brown Fish & Pay Lakes 2668 Route 115, Effort, PA 18330 570-629-0427 • bigbrownfish.com
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Looking for an exciting and fun-filled adventure far away from the pressures of everyday life? Adventure Sports specializes in leisure trips on the Delaware River. The canoeing, kayaking and rafting are leisurely, the scenery is spectacular and there is plenty of time for swimming, fishing, picnicking and play along the way.
All ages will enjoy fishing in three beautiful, well-groomed ponds. Two ponds are stocked with 12 to 22-inch brown, brook, golden and rainbow trout. A third pond is stocked with 12 to 18-inch largemouth bass. Pole rentals, tackle, bait and snacks are available for sale. Restrooms, tables and benches are located close to the ponds.
American Candle 3414 Route 611, Bartonsville, PA 18321 570-629-3388 • american-candle.com
Blue Lightning Tubing/White Lightning Snowtubing 124 Golf Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 800-335-1113 • poconomountainadventures.com
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American Candle is more than just great candles—it’s also a fashion destination! The boutique is filled with designer accessories, handbags and gorgeous clothing lines, plus a fabulous selection from Pandora, Alex and Ani, Swarovski and many others. American Candle is open seven days a week.
Bendixen’s Giftware 2414 Route 940, Pocono Summit, PA 18346 570-839-8795 • bendixens.com
Through sunshine and snow, tubing is always open at Blue or White Lightning at Fernwood Resort. White Lightning is open when the weather turns colder and snow blankets the hill, while Blue Lightning all-season tubing takes over when the snow melts. Slide down the hill and take the magic carpet ride back to the top!
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This cozy country shop features American-made items, a lovely new boutique, candles, pottery, home décor, outdoor decorations, local jams, online shopping and more. In business 39 years, Bendixen’s has an ever-evolving inventory of unique items. Store Hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily, year round. Stop by and visit!
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Blue Mountain Resort 1660 Blue Mountain Drive, Palmerton, PA 18071 610-826-7700 • skibluemt.com
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Your next outdoor adventure awaits at Blue Mountain Resort in the Pocono Mountains. Bike down the mountain. Conquer the high ropes course. Blast your friends with lasers. Fly down zip lines. Toss around some discs. Shoot giant darts. Whatever your pleasure, get out and seize the day. PoconoMountains.com 7
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Bushkill Falls 138 Bushkill Falls Trail, Bushkill, PA 18324 570-588-6682 • visitbushkillfalls.com
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Camelback Mountain Adventures 243 Resort Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372 570-629-1661 • camelbackmountainadventures.com
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“The Niagara of Pennsylvania,” Bushkill Falls features eight waterfalls, nature trails and a variety of attractions. Find wildlife exhibits, mining and maze activities, miniature golf, paddleboats, fishing, souvenir shops, a fudge kitchen, a snack bar and more! Free parking/picnic areas. Open daily April through October/November.
Experience outdoor adventures at Camelback, home of the new Pocono Pipeline mountain slide. Twin Zip-Flyers, 1,000-foot zip lines, the 100 aerial obstacles of the TreeTops Course and the rush of PA’s only Mountain Coaster will have you screaming for more! Camelback Mountain Adventures is packed with outdoor thrills to share with family and friends.
Callie’s Candy Kitchen Route 390, Mountainhome, PA 18342 570-595-2280 • calliescandy.com
Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark 309 Resort Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372 570-629-1662 • camelbeach.com
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Callie’s Candy Kitchen features a wide variety of homemade candies, chocolates, lollipops, fudges and brittles made on the premises. The sweet shop includes a walk-through candy museum where you can see antique candy-making equipment and take a fun look at the Callie family’s candy history. Closed in January.
Enjoy adrenaline-fueled slides, a lazy river and more. With over 37 rides, slides and attractions, you’ll find thrills from mild to wild at Camelbeach, your destination for a waterpark oasis. Here, kids can be kids and adults can, too! One visit and you’ll see this is no ordinary waterpark.
Callie’s Pretzel Factory Route 191, Cresco, PA 18326 570-595-3257 • calliescandy.com
Casino Theatre and Village Malt Shoppe 1403 Pocono Boulevard (Route 611), Mount Pocono, PA 18344 570-839-7831 • casinotheatre.net
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Callie’s Pretzel Factory, the Pocono Mountains’ family-run pretzel factory, offers flavored hard and soft pretzels and activities for the whole family. Try twisting a pretzel, watch pretzel production through large glass windows, taste free samples and enjoy flavored popcorns as well as other snacks. Callie’s “left-handed shop” is a must-see!
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A great place to see a movie and enjoy good food all at once, the Casino serves you in the theater! This Pocono Mountains landmark features two digital movie screens, a miniature golf course, a family game room and a 1950s malt shop serving 50 flavors of ice cream, Black Angus burgers and specialty sandwiches. PoconoMountains.com 9
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Chamberlain Canoes 103 Five Star Lane, Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18301 570-421-0180 • 800-422-6631 • chamberlaincanoes.com
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Costa’s Family Fun Park 2111 Route 6, Hawley, PA 18428 570-226-8585 • costasfamilyfunpark.com
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Experience the majestic Delaware River on a raft, canoe, kayak or tube from Chamberlain Canoes! See the area’s natural beauty, smell the aromas of flowers and plants, watch for wildlife and take a break from your busy lifestyle. Chamberlain Canoes is a family-operated recreational livery offering adventures on the Delaware River.
Costa’s is a great place for family fun! Go-karts, miniature golf, water slides, bumper boats, a driving range, laser tag, arcade and other activities provide fun for the whole family. Enjoy lunch or dinner at the café and save room for ice cream! Open weekends in spring and fall and daily during the summer.
The Christmas Factory/2 Charming Fashion Warehouse 2575 Milford Road, Marshalls Creek, PA 18335 570-223-0717 • thechristmasfactory.com
Country Junction “World’s Largest General Store” 6565 Interchange Road, Lehighton, PA 18235 610-377-5050 • countryjunction.com
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This Pocono Mountains destination is the area’s largest Christmas and fashion jewelry store, featuring over 50 decorated trees, customizable ornaments, home and holiday décor and a huge selection of stylish jewelry. Shop scarves and handbags, top brands and fashion-forward accessories, shoes, clothing and much more.
Follow the Yellow Brick Road for an endless shopping experience. Browse aisles of candles, home décor, camping equipment and so much more. Sample house-made fudge, local wine and other treats. Visit the free petting zoo and huge pet store with puppies. New weekend festivals, escape room and Nerf Arena.
Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park 1475 Ledgedale Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436 570-698-6154 • clawsnpaws.com
Country Kettle 2523 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570-421-8970 • country-kettle.com
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Get close to the animals! Discover over 120 kinds of wildlife on shady woodland trails. See endangered snow leopards and white tigers. Also see a lion, a bear, wolves, otters, monkeys, reptiles, exotic birds and more. Watch live animal shows, feed lory parrots and meet friendly animals in the petting zoo. Open May to mid-October.
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“One of the largest shopping attractions in the Pocono Mountains,” Country Kettle is known for its candy store, featuring more than 250 barrels of bulk candy. The gift shop offers jewelry, purses, ladies’ apparel, crystal, candles, home décor and classic giftware. Exit 309 off Route 80, Marshalls Creek area. PoconoMountains.com 11
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The Crossings Premium Outlets ® 1000 Premium Outlets Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372 570-629-4650 • premiumoutlets.com/thecrossings
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Holley Ross Pottery 167 Route 191, LaAnna, PA 18326 570-676-3248 • holleyross.com
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The Crossings Premium Outlets® is nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. Shop more than 100 designer and brand-name outlet stores like kate spade new york, The North Face, Under Armour and more. Enjoy exceptional brands up to 65% off.
Large factory showroom with products from over 125 manufacturers including Fiesta, Polish Pottery, Telavera, Crockery and Holley Ross originals. Savings up to 70%. Demonstrations, woodland park, swinging bridge and sawdust trails, all free for your enjoyment. Holley Ross provides a true taste of the beauty of the Pocono Mountains.
Fireworks Outlet Route 209, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 • 570-476-8044 Route 611, Tannersville, PA 18372 • 570-629-6000 poconofireworks.com
House of Candles 3371 Route 715, Henryville, PA 18332 570-629-1953 • houseofcandles.com
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The Fireworks Outlet offers the area’s lowest prices and largest selection of aerial and ground fireworks. Mortars, Roman candles, firecrackers, sparklers, novelties and more! Free fireworks with every purchase. Open year-round in two Pocono Mountains locations.
House of Candles offers four floors of candles, home décor and thousands of other unique finds. Don’t miss the player piano, thousand-pound candle, candle-shaped fishpond, chainsaw-carved bears and live animals in the yard! Watch candle carving demonstrations and dip your own wax hand. Open Monday through Saturday.
H2Oooohh! Indoor Waterpark 100 Moseywood Road, Lake Harmony, PA 18624 570-722-9111 ext. 789 • splitrockresort.com/waterpark
Kalahari Indoor Waterparks 250 Kalahari Boulevard, Pocono Manor, PA 18349 877-525-2427 • kalahariresorts.com/pa
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H2Oooohh! Indoor Waterpark is the home of PA’s first indoor FlowRider, three four-story tube slides, Jungle Falls, Leapin’ Lily Pads, a wave pool, kids’ play area and Lava Spring hot tubs. When you’re done riding the waves, cool off at the Island Oasis Snack Shack with some tropical drinks.
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Experience America’s largest indoor waterpark, featuring 220,000 square feet of wet and wild indoor fun under a retractable roof. Surf the FlowRider, experience the oscillations of the Kenya Korkscrew, relax in the Lazy River, splash down in one of the specially designed kids’ areas or just spend the day in Dungeons of Hout Bay Wave Pool. PoconoMountains.com 13
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Kittatinny Canoes on the Delaware River 2130 Route 739, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328 25 1147 Delaware Drive, Matamoras, PA 18336 378 Route 6 & 209, Milford, PA 18337 • 800-356-2852 • kittatinny.com
Paradise Trout Preserve 123 Hatchery Drive, Cresco, PA 18326 570-629-0422 • paradisetrout.com
Your adventure on the scenic Delaware River awaits! Try whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking or tubing. With no experience necessary, fly 150 feet in the air on the Dual Racing Zipline. Over a half-mile long and a 36-story drop, this is one of the largest zips in the U.S. Seven locations, two premier campgrounds and paintball on the Delaware River.
Paradise Trout Preserve is located on the beautiful grounds of the historic Paradise Brook Trout Co., founded in 1902. Walk through the hatchery where the trout are raised, or fish for bass and trout in one of two ponds. Fishing needs are for sale. Restrooms and picnic tables are available.
Moyer Aviation, Inc. 188 Airport Drive, Tobyhanna, PA 18466 570-839-7161 • moyeraviation.com
Pocono Action Sports 969 Route 507, Greentown, PA 18426 570-857-0779 • poconoactionsports.com
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Experience breathtaking views of the Delaware Water Gap and other sights from the air with your own plane and tour pilot. This is a wonderful way to see the Pocono Mountains and map out your stay. Choose from five top tours or customize your own.
If you are looking for excitement or just a relaxing day on the lake, Pocono Action Sports has you covered. This Pocono Mountains destination offers boat, jet ski, kayak, paddleboard and pontoon rentals as well as parasailing on Lake Wallenpaupack. Pocono Action Sports is located in the Lighthouse Harbor Marina complex.
Odd-Lot Outlet 27 Route 209, East Stroudsburg, PA 18335 • 570-476-1900 Route 611, Tannersville, PA 18372 • 570-620-2000 • oddlotoutlet.com
Pocono Biking 7 Hazard Square, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 570-325-3654 • poconobiking.com
Odd-Lot Outlet carries the largest selection of Pocono Mountains souvenirs, gifts and gadgets at low prices. Find great buys from closeouts to seasonal items and everything in between. Open year round. Follow along on Facebook and Twitter, and don’t forget your free gift!
Take a ride through the Lehigh Gorge State Park! Pocono Biking specializes in Trek bike rentals for the entire family. Ride out and back for an hour or two, or take a shuttle for up to 36 miles of easy, downhill rail-trail riding. Specialty trips, like the Bike Train and combo trips with rafting and hiking are available.
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Pocono Cheesecake Factory 2146 Route 611, Swiftwater, PA 18370 570-839-6844 • poconocheesecake.com
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Pocono TreeVentures Aerial Ropes Course and Pocono Zip Racer
1575 Fairway Villas Boulevard, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 800-446-0231 • poconotreeventures.com
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“Love at first bite!” You’ll love the many flavors of smooth and creamy cheesecake—sugar-free too! Cake lovers enjoy the carrot cake, tiramisu, Italian rum and more. Éclairs, cream puffs, cannolis and brownies are waiting, as well as cupcakes, cookies, fine chocolates and other treats to sweeten your day. Open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Take to the trees at Pocono TreeVentures Aerial Ropes Adventure Course! Climb through five challenging courses with ropewalks, platforms and wire walkways. Then check out Pocono Zip Quest’s nine zip lines. Fly through the air on Pocono Zip Racer’s dual racing zip lines and take the kids on KidVentures’ two exciting courses.
Pocono Indian Museum 5905 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 570-588-9338 • poconoindianmuseum.com
Pocono Whitewater 1519 State Route 903, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 570-325-3654 • poconowhitewater.com
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Discover traces of the Delaware Indians’ history through unique displays of ancient artifacts! See thousand-year-old pottery, peace pipes and items of interest on a 30-minute self-guided tour and find special souvenirs in the Native American gift shop. The Pocono Indian Museum is open daily, year round. Follow along on Facebook.
Pocono Whitewater offers fun for every adventurer. Outings include mild-to-wild dam release and family-style whitewater rafting trips, scenic rail-trail biking excursions and thrilling Skirmish Paintball games. No experience is necessary, so grab your friends and get away for a half day, full day or mini vacation—it’s up to you!
Pocono Raceway 1234 Long Pond Road, Long Pond, PA 18334 800-RACEWAY • poconoraceway.com
Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm 347 Quiet Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 570-992-6161 • quietvalley.org
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Pocono Raceway, home of the Worry-Free Weather Guarantee, is family owned and operated and offers most children’s tickets at half price. The 2.5 mile ‘Tricky Triangle’ will host seven national motorsports events in 2017, including two Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Races, one Verizon IndyCar Series and support series races.
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Explore the past on a 19th century Pennsylvania-German homestead! See farm animals, hearth cooking, spinning and weaving, heritage craft demonstrations and more. Special events are held in May, October and December. Quiet Valley is open for public tours from mid-June until Labor Day. See website for details on programs and events. PoconoMountains.com 17
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S&S Speedways Indoor Go-Karts 7062 Route 209, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 570-420-5500 • ssspeedways.com
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Skirmish Paintball 211 North Meckesville Road, Albrightsville, PA 18210 570-325-3654 • skirmish.com
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Side-by-side racing on the tri-oval slick track at S&S Speedways is affordable family fun! Catch a full view of racing from the lobby and enjoy the snack bar, pool table and video games. New for 2017 is a dedicated go-kart with hand controls for handicapped racers. Parties available. Must be 54-inches tall to drive. Ask about the Rookie Special!
Play Skirmish on over 50 paintball maps covering more than 700 acres! Maps contain everything you could want from open fields to dense woods, creeks, villages, castles and tanks—you name it, Skirmish has it. No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided. Skirmish is open year round, so come out and play today!
Schisler Museum of Wildlife & Natural History and McMunn Planetarium East Stroudsburg University, Normal Street & Ransberry Avenue, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570-422-2705 • esu.edu/museum
StockCar Racing Experience 105 WT Family Boulevard, Blakeslee, PA 18610 877-786-2522 • 877stockcar.com
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This museum inspires wonder, understanding and stewardship of the natural world through engaging collections, innovative programs and excitement for explorers of all ages.
Are you ready for the thrill of a lifetime? Experience the Pocono Mountains at 160MPH on NASCAR’s famous Pocono Raceway. The staff at Stock Car Racing Experience will suit you up, teach you what you need to know and strap you into a NASCAR-style stock car for some really fast laps. Available on select dates from May through October.
Shawnee Mountain Festivals 401 Hollow Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 570-421-7231 • shawneemt.com/events
The Stourbridge Line 812 Main Street, Honesdale, PA 18431 570-470-2697 • thestourbridgeline.net
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Every May through October, Shawnee Mountain is home to many of the Pocono Mountains’ major festivals and events, including the Shawnee Celtic Festival, Pocono Garlic Festival, Sweet Corn & BBQ Festival, Puppy Palooza, Autumn Timber Festival and the Pocono Food Truck Festival. Visit the website for a full schedule and ticket information.
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All aboard…The Stourbridge Line! Passenger trains run through the northern region of the Pocono Mountains on scenic excursions and themed rides celebrating occasions from Presidents’ Day to the Santa Express. See spectacular views of the Lackawaxen River from Honesdale and visit neighboring towns. Visit the website for a complete schedule. PoconoMountains.com 19
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Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour & Boat Rentals 2487 Route 6, Hawley, PA 18428 570-226-3293 • wallenpaupackboattour.com
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Enjoy the scenery aboard a 50-minute captained boat tour on beautiful Lake Wallenpaupack or rent your own for a fun, relaxing time on the lake! Rentals include pontoon boats, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards (SUP). Visit the website for rates, times and reservations.
Wake up on the right side of the mountains. Whitewater Challengers 288 North Stagecoach Road, Weatherly, PA 18255 800-443-8554 • whitewaterchallengers.com
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“The most fun you’ll have all year!” Real-deal whitewater rafting on the Lehigh River means real rapids, real fun and real adventure. Outings range from easy (ages 5+) to exhilarating (ages 10+). Guided river trips run every day with biking, zip lining, paintball and camping also available. Call for dates and don’t miss the action!
Awake to nature’s spectacular backdrops in the Pocono Mountains. Our region boasts accommodations to suit every taste, budget and group size. But no matter where you hit the hay, expect tons of amenities and nearby attractions. Visit and delight in the rustic…or refined. Stretch out in a suite or cozy up in a cabin. Come as a couple or an entire company. Let your furrier friends tag along, too. Simply trade a kennel for one of our many pet-friendly options. Whatever you seek, we have all you need. Discover lodging at: World-Class Resorts • All-Inclusive Properties Romantic Rooms and Luxury Suites • Spacious Rental Units • Historic Hotels • Bed & Breakfasts • Country Inns • Breathtaking Banquet Facilities • Destination Spas • Indoor and Outdoor Waterpark Resorts National Brands • Select Relais & Chateaux Lodging Pet-Friendly Options Book your getaway at PoconoMountains.com/places-to-stay.
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Discover family fun speeding on PA’s only mountain coaster. To really raise hairs, hit up to 160MPH behind the wheel of a raceway stock car. Your news feed’s never been more thrilling.
Join the conversation! Share your photos, videos and more! @PoconoTourism #PoconoMtns
Take to the sky on a zip line. Rush down whitewater. Race through trails on bike. Go ahead and overshare for a change—we have too many adventures to keep it all to yourself.
Capture every smile and splash for your friends and followers back home. They’re going to love your waterpark pics. Just think of them as insta-postcards…
Tell your followers to saddle up for a flood of snaps. Between our scenic trails and your new ride, the photo ops keep coming.
Hop in a kayak or canoe and set your course to togetherness. Grow as a crew as you paddle down a winding river or across a vast lake. Trust us, you’ll be posting about it for ages.
Be the subject of online envy for once. Unwind in any weather at one of our incredible spa resorts with infinity pools, massages and fresh air.
Tube down white slopes. Play in your very own snow globe. Here, winter’s beauty inspires light hearts and exhilarating moments…and favoriteworthy posts.
Shake any case of cabin fever on one of our 185 ski trails. Shred down black diamonds. Board on fresh powder. Plus, score some serious action shots for your insta.
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Mount Airy Golf Club
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Buck Hill Golf Club 357 Golf Drive, Buck Hill Falls, PA 18323 570-595-7730 • buckhillfalls.com/amenities/golf-club/
Fernwood Golf Course 124 Golf Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 800-337-6966 • fernwoodgolfcourse.com
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Buck Hill Golf Club offers an exceptional way of life. Opening its first nine holes in 1907, this golf club established itself as one of the premier courses in the Pocono Mountains. As golfers play through the rolling mountainside terrain, they experience the design of legendary golf architects Donald Ross and Robert White.
Play for the day or take that much-needed golf trip to the Pocono Mountains. Known for its manicured greens and rolling fairways, the Fernwood Golf Course is an ideal location for individual play, group outings or tournaments. Fernwood’s villas are within walking distance of the first hole—perfect for golf vacations!
The Country Club at Woodloch Springs 732 Woodloch Drive, Hawley, PA 18428 570-685-8102 • woodloch.com/golf
Hideaway Hills Golf Club 5590 Carney Road, Kresgeville, PA 18333 610-681-6000 • hideawaygolf.com
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The Country Club at Woodloch Springs offers an exceptional golfing experience for all levels. Nationally recognized by Golf Magazine and Golf Digest, Woodloch’s course has been described as one of the most beautiful courses in the Northeast, a “hidden gem.” The course is challenging with a 143 slope, but it accommodates everyone with four tee boxes.
Country Club of the Poconos 1445 Big Ridge Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 570-223-8099 • ccppagolf.com
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Experience the beauty of mountain golf with affordable rates and excellent playing conditions at this 18-hole championship golf course in the Pocono Mountains. Set against the Allegheny Plateau and the Pocono Mountains’ foothills, this course’s picturesque scenery and impeccable conditioning provide a unique golf experience.
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Hideaway Hills is an 18-hole, par 72, 6,933-yard course with lakes, elevation changes, island green and bent grass fairways. The course features a two-tier turf driving range with a chipping and putting area. Hideaway Hills operates a pro shop, grill room and bar. Overnight accommodations and senior rates are available.
Jack Frost National Golf Club 1 Clubhouse Drive, Lake Harmony, PA 18624 570-443-2414 • jackfrostnational.com
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Since its inception in 2007, Jack Frost National has been recognized by many publications as one of the Northeast’s finest championship courses. It was rated #14 by Golf Magazine for public courses in PA and was recognized by Golf Advisor as #17 of the “Top 50 Courses in the U.S.” PoconoMountains.com 27
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Mount Airy Golf Club 42 Woodland Road, Mount Pocono, PA 18344 570-243-5240 • mountairycasino.com/play/golf
Split Rock Golf Course 200 Wolf Hollow Road, Lake Harmony, PA 18624 570-722-9901 • golfsplitrock.com
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Test your skill on a course that many consider “The Champion” of Pocono Mountains courses. Each hole is inspired by Sports Illustrated’s “Best 18 Holes in America” and reinterpreted by master golf architect Hal Purdy. Book your foursome today.
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This 27-hole championship golf course is nestled in the Pocono Mountains. The course’s unique design and natural terrain make it challenging for all levels of play. With some of the most spectacular views in the entire Northeast, the course boasts undulating fairways and demanding water hazards.
PARKS
Pocono Manor Resort & Spa One Manor Drive, Pocono Manor, PA 18349 800-233-8150 • poconomanor.com/golf
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Since 1912, golfing greats such as Arnold Palmer, Sam Snead, Art Wall Jr. and Jimmy Demaret have played Pocono Manor. The East Course, a Donald Ross design, offers challenging water hazards and scenic views. Other golf services include a pro shop, practice greens, driving range, golf school and the 19th Hole Restaurant and Lounge.
Pennsylvania Parks The Pocono Mountains is home to eight state parks and two national park areas: Beltzville • Big Pocono • Gouldsboro • Hickory Run Lehigh Gorge • Promised Land • Prompton • Tobyhanna Pennsylvania State Parks P.O. Box 8551 Harrisburg, PA 17105-8551 1-888-PA-PARKS (reservations only) dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks
Shawnee Inn Golf Course 100 Shawnee Inn Drive, Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356 570-424-4000 • shawneeinn.com/pa-golf-courses
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Completed in 1911, this 27-hole Pocono Mountains golf course is A.W. Tillinghast’s first-ever design. Rich in golf history, Shawnee boasts a long line of golfing greats who have played the championship course, including Walter Hagen, Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, Lawson Little, Long Jim Barnes and Johnny Farrell.
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Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area 1978 River Road Bushkill, PA 18324 nps.gov/dewa Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River RR 2, Box 2428 Beach Lake, PA 18405 570-685-4871 nps.gov/upde PoconoMountains.com 29
SKI & RIDE
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Blue Mountain Resort
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Camelback Mountain
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Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain
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WAYNE COUNTY
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Honesdale
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Milford
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PIKE COUNTY 209
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MONROE COUNTY
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CARBON COUNTY Jim Thorpe 209
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Stroudsburg 476
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SKI & RIDE
Blue Mountain Resort 1660 Blue Mountain Drive, Palmerton, PA 18071 610-826-7700 • skibluemt.com
Shawnee Mountain Ski Area 401 Hollow Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570-421-7231 • shawneemt.com
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Mountains. Snow. Thrills. Experience PA’s highest vertical, longest runs and the most varied terrain with 39 slopes that challenge every level of skier and rider! So whether you’re looking to carve up the slopes, shred some terrain parks or snow tube with the gang, Blue Mountain Resort always packs a ton of winter fun.
Camelback Mountain 301 Resort Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372 570-629-1661 • skicamelback.com
With 37 trails, 16 lifts, a terrain park, the biggest snowtubing park in the USA and an award-winning learning center, Camelback Mountain is your destination for big winter fun. When the sun sets the fun goes on with 100%-lit night skiing and the out-of-this-world Galactic Snowtubing experience. Camelback is ideal for the entire family, from beginning riders to the most advanced skiers and snowboarders.
JFBB Ski Area Jack Frost – Jack Frost Mountain Road, Blakeslee, PA 18610 Big Boulder – 357 Big Boulder Drive, Lake Harmony, PA 18624 570-443-8425 • jfbb.com
Family and beginner-friendly, Shawnee Mountain is the closest Pocono Mountains ski area to Metro NYC and Northern NJ. With 23 trails, 11 lifts including a high-speed quad chairlift, two terrain parks, a premier learning center, snowtubing and 100% snowmaking, Shawnee is winter fun, minutes away!
Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain 192 Karl Hope Boulevard, Lackawaxen, PA 18435 570-226-8585 • ski-bigbear.com
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Ski, ride and tube in the Northern Pocono Mountains! Easy-to-ride “magic carpet” lifts serve learning programs focusing on the individual. Enjoy trails for all including a terrain park. Ski and stay packages, quality food and beverage options, rental equipment, night skiing and 100% snowmaking ensure excellence in winter recreation.
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Jack Frost and Big Boulder offer winter fun for everyone with a combined 27 slopes, nine terrain parks and 17 snowtubing chutes with 100% snowmaking and grooming. Learning to ski and snowboard is fun at JFBB’s Snowsport Learning Center. Bring the whole family. Better yet, buy one snow pass and enjoy two mountains for the price of one!
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TOURIST INFORMATION
Pocono Mountains Tourist Information Free travel brochures, lodging reservations and Pocono Mountains visitor information are available online at PoconoMountains.com or by phone at 800-POCONOS (800-762-6667). Email us at: pocomts@poconos.org if you are looking for suggestions regarding your next visit.
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