CHASIN’ WATERFALLS

Waterfalls chasin’

Let’s slow down and soak up some spectacular scenery with a look at some of the area’s waterfalls. No need to chase down these scenic wonderFUL wonders, each possessing the attraction for a little “photo pause” reaction. Find the site that falls into place with your day’s plans whether paired as a picnic and hike, or leisurely stroll, we’ve got the location...now it’s up to YOU to make your Pocono Mountains memorable situation...ENJOY! BUSHKILL FALLS - Route 209 in Bushkill. “The Niagara of Pennsylvania” Eight cascading waterfalls and miles of nature trails. A picnic area, paddleboats and miniature golf make for a great day of fun. BUTTERMILK FALLS - Route 209 North Exit off I-80, about 3 miles. The waters of Marshalls Creek spill over a broad rock precipice. GEORGE W. CHILDS RECREATION SITE - Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Route 209 North to Dingmans Ferry, then three miles west on blacktop road. Waters of Dingmans Creek form three waterfalls - Factory Falls, Fulmer Falls, and Deer Leap Falls. PINCHOT FALLS - Off Route 6, on the Pinchot Estate, Grey Towers in Milford. Also known locally as Saw Kill Falls, A 100foot narrow gorge cut through Devonian rock.

RAYMONDSKILL FALLS Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area between Milford and Dingmans Ferry, off Route 209. Falls drop about 175 feet. Site is historic with Indian Wars background.

SHOHOLA FALLS - State Gamelands near Route 6, Shohola. Falls run over shale and siltstone rocks.

TOBYHANNA FALLS - Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area, just south of Blakeslee on Route 115 about ½ mile west of I-80. Enjoy the view of Tobyhanna Creek as it drains several lakes at the top of the Poconos.

WINONA FALLS - Off Route 209, Shoemakersville near Bushkill. On the Saw Creek

While enjoying these waterfalls, remember that although these places are beautiful, visitors must always exercise caution. Water-splashed rocks & paths around streams and rivers can become very slippery, and swimming in these areas is never recommended.

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Nesquehoning - 101 West Adventure Trail Rd. (570) 669-9127 adventurerafting.com Price: $69.95/rafter TUESDAY JUNE 1

SHAwNEE COMMUNITy CONCERT

SERIES 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Downtown Jimmy Brown Duo takes the stage, featuring sweet harmony vocals, electric and acoustic guitar sounds, electric bass, drums, with lively grooves & inspired jams.

SHAwNEE INN & GOLF RESORT

Shawnee-on-Delaware - 100 Shawnee Inn Dr. (800) 742-9633 shawneeinn.com

MONDAY MAY 31

HONESDALE MEMORIAL DAy PARADE EXPLORER

9:00 AM to 1:45 PM Join The Stourbridge Line for a five hour round-trip excursion with layover from Hawley to Honesdale. Once the train arrives at Honesdale step off to see the Memorial Day Parade and explore the shops and restaurants before boarding the train to return to Hawley.

THE STOURBRIDGE LINE - HAwLEy STATION

Honesdale - 812 Main St. (570) 470-2697 thestourbridgeline.net Price: $20.00 Adults (Ages 13 and over) $10.00 Children (Ages 3-12) Infants (Under 3) SATURDAY JUNE 5

BRIDGE THE GAP: NATIONAL

TRAILS DAy 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Take part in a national effort to introduce more people to the great outdoors. One of PEEC’s knowledgeable staff will guide and teach about our forests. We never know what exactly we’ll find out there, so don’t be afraid to ask plenty of questions along the way.

POCONO ENV. ED. CTR.

Dingmans Ferry - 538 Emery Rd. (570) 828-2319 peec.org SATURDAY JUNE 5

remedies for us in the form of many plants. Join PEEC on a hike focused on wild edible & medicinal plants.

POCONO ENV. ED. CTR.

Dingmans Ferry - 538 Emery Rd. (570) 828-2319 peec.org Price: $5

SATURDAY JUNE 5

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

9:00 AM to 2:00 PM MCCD is proud to host another blood drive, on site. Call Barbara at (570) 629-3061 for more information. To register or learn more about American Red Cross blood drives, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Stroudsburg - 8050 Running Valley Rd. (570) 629-3061 mcconservation.org

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Rolling hills, waterfalls, rivers, lakes and evergreen forests; the Pocono Mountains offers 2,400 square miles of astonishing natural beauty. Embracing the opportunity to introduce (and re-introduce) the great outdoors, let’s lend a hand encouraging everyone to GO TAKE A HIKE sharing trail maps from a collection of spectacular spots.

BUSHKILL FALLS

WHERE Bushkill Falls Trail, Bushkill TAKE ME THERE Exit 309 off Interstate 80 to Route 209 North then Left at the Light onto Bushkill Falls Road, then left onto Bushkill Falls Trail EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Christened “The Niagara of Pennsylvania”—witness one of the most beautiful and dramatic natural sights in the Pocono Mountains as this hiking hotspot obliges with eight superlative waterfalls cascading over primeval rocks and slate walls. FIND MORE HERE visitbushkillfalls.com

HICKORY RUN STATE PARK

WHERE 3613 State Route 534, White Haven TAKE ME THERE Exit 274 off Interstate 80 to PA 534 then 6 miles to the Park EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Offering an invigorating exploration— checkout Boulder Field at this popular state park in Carbon County! A National Natural Landmark and true scenic wonder, this field of astounding stone is actually remains of the last ice advance. Easily accessible in Hickory Run off the scenic 3.5 mile Boulder Field hiking trail. FIND MORE HERE dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/hickoryrun

LACAWAC SANCTUARY

WHERE 94 Sanctuary Road, Lake Ariel TAKE ME THERE Exit 20 off Interstate 84 to Route 507 North then left onto Ledgedale turn right toward Hawley & right onto St Mary Church Road for .2 miles then right onto Lacawac Road. EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Enjoy hiking trails, bogs & more within 545 sprawling acres that includes the near pristine glacial Lake Lacawac & its watershed. FIND MORE HERE lacawac.org

PROMISED LAND STATE PARK

WHERE 100 Lower Lake Road, Greentown TAKE ME THERE Exit 26 off Interstate 84 to PA 390 EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Nearly 3,000 acres on the Pocono Plateau at 1,800 feet above sea level delivers peak performance for endurance. Surround yourself with over 12,400 acres of Pennsylvania’s Delaware State Forest and natural areas. FIND MORE HERE dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/findapark/promisedland

THOMAS DARLING PRESERvE at TWO-MILE RUN

WHERE Burger Road Pocono Lake TAKE ME THERE Exit 284 off Interstate 80 East to PA 115 North then Right on Burger Road EXQUISITE SCENERY EVERYWHERE Emerging from underground springs and seeps, Two-Mile Run feeds into Tobyhanna Creek, and eventually feeds the Lehigh River. Along the way, it traverses the 2,500-acre Thomas Darling Preserve at Two-Mile Run, a place where visitors can witness an extensive mosaic of glacial wetlands via a two-mile trail and boardwalk system. FIND MORE HERE nature.org Make Plans to Repeat the Feat • Saving Trail Maps Then Revisit these Fabulous Destinations Throughout Spring & Summer!