Lackawanna
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2022 V ISITOR S GUIDE
VisitNEPA.org NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA
4 Mark Your Calendar 6 Every Season is Our Peak Season 10 THINGS TO DO 22 Kids’ Activities 24 FESTIVALS & FAIRS 34 DINING & NIGHTLIFE 46 Lackawanna County Wine Trail 48 Taste of the Seasons 50 The Office Self-Guided Tour 52 ACCOMMODATIONS 58 OUTDOOR ADVENTURES 64 Lackawanna River Heritage Trail 66 Ready, Set, Go! 68 SHOPPING 72 Arts are Thriving in Lackawanna 74 Murals of Lackawanna County 76 SERVICES & COMMUNITY 80 Lackawanna County Map
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WELCOME T O N O R T H E A S T P E N N S Y LVA N I A WELCOME TO LACKAWANNA COUNTY, a must-visit destination, where every season is our peak season. Whether traveling alone, with the whole family, as part of a group, or looking for a romantic getaway, memories that will last a lifetime are waiting for you in Lackawanna County. Covid-19 has impacted every aspect of our lives and introduced a level of uncertainty when we seek to make travel plans. Lackawanna County’s hotels, attractions, event coordinators, shops, and restaurants are going above and beyond to ensure that visitors enjoy themselves and relax, knowing that their health and safety are top priorities. It is advisable to check for schedule changes or cancellations and familiarize yourself with all safety protocols before arriving to avoid any inconvenience upon arrival. In Lackawanna County, you will find a place with an amazing history, a vibrant arts scene, outdoor adventures, and a wide variety of delicious ethnic cuisine. We are confident that once you experience what we have to offer, you’ll be planning your next visit before you even get home.
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AUGUST
First Friday Scranton The 1st Friday of Every Month January through December firstfridayscranton.com
Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour: Opens lackawannacounty.org
Carbondale Pioneer Nights Community Festival Facebook: Carbondale Pioneer Nights
JANUARY Broadway in Scranton: STOMP broadwayinscranton.com ShiverFest lrca.org Splashin’ with Compassion: Polar Plunge montagemountainresorts.com
FEBRUARY Broadway in Scranton: Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory broadwayinscranton.com Cardboard Box Sled Derby montagemountainresorts.com
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Clarks Summit Festival of Ice Facebook: Clarks Summit Festival of Ice PA Garden Railway Winter Meet ectma.org Scranton Ice Festival scrantonice.com Torchlight Parade & Fireworks montagemountainresorts.com
MARCH Broadway in Scranton: South Pacific broadwayinscranton.com NEPA Philharmonic: Chamber 3: Beethoven’s Belated Birthday Bash nepaphil.org Montage MountainFest montagemountainresorts.com Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade stpatparade.com
NEPA Philharmonic: PNC Pops Jerry Herman - Broadway Legacy Concert nepaphil.org Scranton Half Marathon & 5K scrantonhalf.com Scranton Mac and Cheese Festival montagemountainresorts.com Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: Home Opener swbrailriders.com Spring BrewFest montagemountainresorts.com Taco, Tequila & Beer Festival montagemountainresorts.com
MAY Armed Forces Day Parade 570-961-2696 Broadway in Scranton: Blue Man Group broadwayinscranton.com Lackawanna County Heritage Fair lackawannacountyheritagefairs.com Montage Mountain Waterpark: Opens montagemountainresorts.com
BikeLackawanna: Opens bikescranton.com Broadway in Scranton: CATS broadwayinscranton.com Electric City Tattoo Convention electriccitytattooconvention.com Electric City Trolley Museum: Excursions Begin ectma.org
Heritage Explorer Train Excursion lhva.org Moscow Country Street Fair northpoconoculturalsociety.org Scranton Jazz Festival scrantonjazzfestival.org Scranton Latin Festival Facebook: Scranton Latin Festival
SEPTEMBER Cigar-BQ montagemountainresorts.com Circle of Screams Haunted Attraction: Opens circleofscreams.com Fall Wine Festival montagemountainresorts.com Felittese Festival Facebook: Felittese Festival
NEPA Philharmonic: Masterworks – Celebrating Tchaikovsky nepaphil.org
La Festa Italiana lafestaitaliana.org
St. Ubaldo Day, Race of the Saints stubaldoday.com
Nicholson Bridge Day 570-942-6747
Spring Wine Festival montagemountainresorts.com
Reaper’s Revenge Haunted Attraction: Opens reapersrevenge.com
JUNE
RiverFest lrca.org
Arts on Fire Festival anthracitemuseum.org
Roba Family Farms: Opens robafamilyfarms.com
Greek Food Festival annunciationscranton.org RailFest nps.gov/stea
JULY APRIL
Electric City Classic electriccityclassic.org
Camp Bisco livenation.com Lackawanna Summer Market Facebook: Lackawanna Markets The Peach Music Festival livenation.com St. Ann’s Solemn Novena stannsmonasterybasilica.org Scrantastic Spectacular 570-963-6590
Scranton Fringe Festival scrantonfringe.org
OCTOBER Bonfire Festival at the Scranton Iron Furnaces anthracitemuseum.org The Dunmore Cemetery Tours Facebook: The Dunmore Cemetery Tour Elk Mountain Fall Festival elkskier.com Fall Foliage Train Rides at Steamtown nps.gov/stea
“Ghouls-boro” Halloween Train Rides nps.gov/stea Halloween Fest at the Electric City Trolley Museum ectma.org Reaper’s Revenge Halloween Party montagemountainresorts.com
FALL WINE FESTIVAL
Steamtown Marathon steamtownmarathon.com
NOVEMBER Elf on the Shelf Trolley Excursions ectma.org Fall Family Fun Day lhva.org Holiday Express Train Rides at Steamtown nps.gov/stea Holiday Light Spectacular at Nay Aug Park scrantonpa.gov
CARDBOARD BOX SLED DERBY THE PEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL
The Nutcracker balletscranton.org Rhythm & Brews Festival montagemountainresorts.com Santa on the Trolley Excursions ectma.org The Santa Parade santaparade.net The Times Tower Lighting & Block Party thetimes-tribune.com
DECEMBER Holiday Celebration at the Electric City Trolley Museum ectma.org
BROADWAY IN SCRANTON
Holiday Light Spectacular at Nay Aug Park scrantonpa.gov Lackawanna Winter Market lackawannamarkets.com Santa on the Trolley Excursions ectma.org The Santa Train “Christmas in a Small Town” Celebration lhva.org Snow Forge Facebook: Snow Forge PA Winter Holiday Party montagemountainresorts.com
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SPRING As the temperature rises, Lackawanna County explodes into full bloom and provides a plethora of opportunities to experience amazing outdoor adventures and breathtaking views. Lackawanna County’s natural attractions are tree-mendous!
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SUMMER Things heat up during the summer months in Lackawanna County. Triple-A baseball, concerts, food festivals, and unique special events are just some of what we have to offer. Opportunities abound to create lifelong family memories in Lackawanna County.
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FAVORITES • Mini Golf at Lahey Family Fun Park • Kayaking at Lackawanna State Park • Blueberry & Strawberry Picking • The Peach Music Festival • Hot Air Balloon Rides • Camp Bisco
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FAVORITES • Reaper’s Revenge Haunted Attraction • Lackawanna County Wine Trail • Whitetail Deer Season • La Festa Italiana • Roba Family Farms • Leaf Peeping
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WINTER As the weather turns colder, Lackawanna County becomes home to winter adventures. Hit the slopes, ice skate, or enjoy any of your favorite snow sports, then warm up by a fire with a hot beverage. Norman Rockwell couldn’t picture a more family-friendly winter destination.
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Lakeland Orchard & Cidery @jessingwithstyle
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Scranton Letters Mural @jackelinemb
Lackawanna River Heritage Trail @adventure.time.with.lucy
Lackawanna County Courthouse @krishjumpstheworld
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Roba Family Farms @goproherodad
ENDLES S POS SIBILITIES IN LACKAWANNA COUNTY, YOU CAN EXPERIENCE our rich history in a variety of unique and exciting ways. Step back into the past and learn how Scranton and its surrounding towns, boroughs, and cities sparked America’s Industrial Revolution and left a legacy of culture and heritage that is still very much alive today. Lackawanna County is also a phenomenal destination for entertainment and outdoor adventures. Whether you’re looking to see world-famous acts in concert, Broadway-level shows, or watch tomorrow’s New York Yankees earn their trip to the Bronx; you’ll find great tickets here. These bigcity attractions couple perfectly with our country charm. Lackawanna County provides four seasons of opportunities to make nature your playground. Run, hike, bike, ski, fish, hunt, camp, and any other outdoor activity — it’s all here for your enjoyment! There is always something to do and somewhere to go in Lackawanna County.
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A DROP I N TH E O CE A N Dedicated to education and conservation, the ELECTRIC CITY AQUARIUM & REPTILE DEN has been carefully planned to accommodate each member of their amphibian, reptile, rainforest, and fish exhibits. Their beautiful collections will mesmerize visitors of all ages. There are so many incredible creatures and interactive displays, your kids will have a hands-on educational experience they’ll never forget.
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Located at the base of Montage Mountain, in Moosic, PA, the SCRANTON/WILKES-BARRE RAILRIDERS call beautiful PNC Field home. Their schedule is packed with fun promotions, giveaways, and fireworks nights. You can enjoy the game, watch the kids play with the mascots, or visit a concession stand and enjoy delicious food and drinks. You don’t have to love baseball to have an amazing time at PNC Field!
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MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN Day or night, the best place to enjoy music in Lackawanna County is on the Mountain. THE PAVILION AT MONTAGE MOUNTAIN is host to Live Nation national headline acts. Home to annual music festivals such as Camp Bisco and The Peach Music Festival, along with a full schedule of concerts, fans can’t wait to come back year after year.
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When the dog days of summer set in, you can beat the heat at the MONTAGE MOUNTAIN RESORTS waterpark. Lounge in a cabana with friends, float on the lazy river, splash around in the wave pool, or ride one of the exciting waterslides. As temperatures get colder, Lackawanna County’s premier winter attraction comes to life. Montage Mountain offers the best and most diverse terrain in PA. With 26 trails, 1,000 vertical feet, 140 acres of black diamond and double black diamond slopes, along with the longest and fastest snow tubing lanes in PA, everyone can find the winter adventure they are looking for.
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DESCEND IN TO HISTORY Explore 300 feet beneath the earth on the LACKAWANNA COAL MINE TOUR. Listen as your guide explains the fascinating methods used and the heroic efforts involved, as men and boys worked to heat a nation and fuel the conversion of our economy from agriculture to industry.
ON TH E R IGH T TR ACK At STEAMTOWN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, you can learn the history of the steam engine, see the giant locomotives that helped expand our nation, and best of all, you can ride the rails.
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IT ’ S ELECTRIC The ELECTRIC CITY TROLLEY MUSEUM commemorates the first successfully operational electric-powered streetcar system in the U.S. You can enjoy a trolley ride and see why Scranton is known as “The Electric City.”
The PENNSYLVANIA ANTHRACITE HERITAGE MUSEUM focuses on the history of hard coal mining. It allows you to experience the lives of proud people who endured harsh working conditions, provided a better future for their families, and carved out communities steeped in tradition.
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A DAY AT T H E M U S E U M Located in Scranton’s historic Nay Aug Park, the EVERHART MUSEUM has engaged visitors with art, science, and natural history for over 110 years.
M A S T E R O F I L LU S I O N Touted as the only building devoted to Harry Houdini in the world, the HOUDINI MUSEUM located in Scranton, PA, is a magical experience for young and old alike!
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FA L L-TA S T I C F U N Pick your perfect pumpkin, feed some goats, watch a pig race, enjoy a pony ride, conquer the corn maze, enjoy homemade cider and cider donuts, make s’mores on a campfire, and so much more at ROBA FAMILY FARMS!
INDRALOKA ANIMAL SANCTUARY is a private, charitable organization that provides “heaven on earth” for farm animals. It offers the opportunity for children and adults alike to interact and learn from these animals.
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ARTS , THE ATER & EN TERTAINMEN T AFA Gallery Scranton ArtWorks Gallery & Studio Scranton
Mohegan Sun Pocono Casino & Racetrack Wilkes-Barre
Creative and Performing Arts Academy of NEPA at the Ritz Theater Scranton
Reaper’s Revenge Haunted Attraction Olyphant
Marywood University’s Performing Arts Scranton The Pavilion at Montage Mountain Scranton
Scranton Iron Furnaces Scranton Vintage Kitchen/Cooking Classes Scranton
CINEMAS & DRIVE - INS
Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple Scranton
Cinemark 20 and XD Clarks Summit
Scranton Jazz Festival Scranton
Circle Drive-In Scranton
Spirited Art/Paint & Sip Studio Dickson City
Regal Dickson City & IMAX Dickson City
The University of Scranton’s Performing Arts Scranton
AT TR ACTIONS Alpacas of Sunshine Farm New Milford Balloon Chase Adventures Moscow Circle of Screams Scranton Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park Lake Ariel Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den Scranton Houdini Museum & Magic Show Scranton Idle Hours Entertainment North Scranton
LAHEY FAMILY FUN PARK
Roba Family Farms North Abington Twp
Peoples Security Bank Theater at Lackawanna College Scranton
The Theater at North Scranton
THE LOST TRAILS ATV ADVENTURES
Lakeland Orchard & Cidery Scott Twp
Broadway Theatre League of NEPA Scranton
First Friday Scranton Scranton
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Indraloka Animal Sanctuary Dalton
GOLF Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club Mountain Top The Club at the Highlands Archbald Lakeland Golf Club Fleetville Marjon Golf Course Roaring Brook Twp Pine Hills Country Club Taylor Scott Greens Golf Club Scott Twp Sleepy Hollow Golf Course Greenfield Twp Summit Hills Golf Course Clarks Summit Wemberly Hills Golf Course Olyphant
The Lost Trails ATV Adventures Dunmore
Anthracite Heritage Museum Scranton
Mayfield Sports Complex Mayfield
Destination Freedom: Underground Railroad Walking Tour of Waverly Waverly
Mohegan Sun Pocono Casino & Racetrack Wilkes-Barre
Dorflinger-Suydam Glass Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary White Mills
Montage Mountain Ski/ Waterpark Resort Scranton
Electric City Trolley Museum Scranton
The Rink at Mayfield Sports Complex Mayfield
Everhart Museum Scranton
Roll Call Indoor Firing Range Scranton
Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour Scranton
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders Moosic
Lackawanna Historical Society Scranton Marine Corps League NE Detachment Museum Scranton Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine Ashland Steamtown National Historic Site Scranton
SPAS & WELLNES S Alexander’s Salon & Spa Scranton The Giving Tree Wellness Center Scranton Lavish Body & Home Scranton The Salted Pixie Archbald
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Sky Zone Pittston Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals Falls Treasure Hill Stable Covington Twp
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Valley Bowling Lanes Carbondale Whitewater Challengers Weatherly
WINERIES Capra Collina Winery Blakely Case Quattro Winery Peckville Center City Wine Cellar Scranton Lucchi Family Wine Cellars Scranton Maiolatesi Wine Cellars Scott Twp
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Mucciolo Family Wines Old Forge
DEFY Extreme Air Sports Scranton
Nimble Hill Winery & Brewery Tunkhannock
Dickson City Laser Tag Dickson City
Ritter’s Winery & Cidery Mount Cobb
Electric City Axe Throwing Scranton
Riverview Winery Jermyn
Elk Mountain Ski Resort Union Dale
Space Time Mead & Cider Works Dunmore
Lackawanna Heritage Valley Scranton
Talerico’s Tropical Winery Taylor
Lahey Family Fun Park Clarks Summit
Wood Winery Madison Twp
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C E L E B R AT E G O OD TIMES EACH OF THE COMMUNITIES within Lackawanna County have their own story to share. While our backgrounds and traditions are diverse, there is a universal pride in our history and a dedication to celebrating who we are and where we come from. We recognize our diverse cultures through parades and food festivals, honor our heritage with unique and exciting events, and support our growing arts scene through a plethora of annual celebrations held throughout Lackawanna County. Family is at the center of our celebrations, both as the catalyst for the occasions and the makeup of the revelers. Each of these annual events provides an opportunity for everyone to share in the fun. Attend one of our festivals, and you’ll make it a yearly family trip.
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THE HEART OF LACKAWANNA COUNTY IS ITS PEOPLE . THEIR PASSION FOR THEIR COMMUNITIES AND TRADITIONS IS SECOND ONLY TO THE WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE THEY CREATE FOR VISITORS JOINING IN ON THE FUN.
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S C R A N T O N S T . PAT R I C K ’ S PA R A D E
Downtown Scranton
The SCRANTON ST. PATRICK’S PARADE is the largest annual celebration in Lackawanna County, and it shows. Since 1962, the St. Patrick’s Parade Day Association of Lackawanna County has conducted this nationally acclaimed parade. “Parade Day,” as it’s known locally, is one of the largest St. Patrick’s parades in the country, regularly attracting 150,000 spectators and over 12,000 participants. On this day, everyone is Irish! So don your green and wear it proudly as you get in the festive spirit. @otterlyquirky
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Jessup
Lackawanna County’s most unique festival only happens in two places in the world: Jessup, Pennsylvania, and Gubbio, Italy. Brought to Jessup in 1909, ST. UBALDO DAY was a way for immigrants from Gubbio to feel connected to the home they left behind. For over 100 years, this celebration has brought thousands of spectators to experience the exciting combination of color, culture, pride, and faith that the whole family will enjoy. @goproherodad
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L A F E S TA I TA L I A N A
Downtown Scranton
One of Lackawanna County’s most delicious traditions is LA FESTA ITALIANA. The four-day celebration of culture, cuisine, and music bring together people of all ethnic backgrounds from near and far. “La Festa,” as the locals call it, attracts over 100,000 people annually to Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton. This celebration will fill your belly and get you dancing throughout the day and into the night. @daniellechristina95
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Montage Mountain
The LACKAWANNA COUNTY HERITAGE FAIR combines the County’s rich history, blend of cultures, and delicious ethnic cuisine with carnival amusements, games, live entertainment, and waterslides. Held at Montage Mountain Resorts, your ticket gets you full access to their waterpark, along with all the rides you can handle inside the fairgrounds. There’s something for the whole family to enjoy at the Lackawanna County Heritage Fair. @jennwarnetsky
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T H E S A N TA PA R A D E
Downtown Scranton
Santa and Mrs. Claus usher in the holiday season with a visit to Downtown Scranton. THE SANTA PARADE has been putting smiles on thousands of children’s faces and injecting Christmas spirit into Lackawanna County for nearly 30 years. Catch a glimpse of all your North Pole favorites and get in the holiday spirit as the season draws near. With marching bands, twirlers, dancers, and Santa and Mrs. Claus, Charles Dickens himself would love The Santa Parade! @ stephenbrancati
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Downtown Scranton
The SCRANTON ICE FESTIVAL transforms Downtown Scranton into the coolest place in Lackawanna County. What began during Covid as a fun way for the community to come together safely is back by popular demand. Beautiful ice sculptures, live music, and vendors are just some of what you can enjoy at the Scranton Ice Festival. Grab a warm drink or hold onto someone tight as you stroll through the icy masterpieces. @rebekah.bagahdonuts
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Downtown Clarks Summit
When State Street is lined with massive ice sculptures and live performers on every corner, you know it’s time for the CLARKS SUMMIT FESTIVAL OF ICE. With live bands, games, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a phenomenal parade, the Clarks Summit Festival of Ice brings an atmosphere of winter wonderment to Lackawanna County that you won’t want to miss. With live icecarvings throughout the day, you get the chance to be up close as the artists transform blocks of ice into intricate sculptures. @ghetman
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C O M E PA R T Y WITH US The Office tv show famously declared that there “Ain’t no party like a Scranton party!” That’s very true, but Lackawanna County as a whole hosts unique events year-round that are fun for the entire family.
ADULT SWIM NIGHT
PECKVILLE CHRISTMAS HOUSE
SCRANTON FRINGE FESTIVAL
FALL WINE FESTIVAL
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DELICIOUS & DIVERSE LET’S EAT! One of Lackawanna County’s greatest assets is its wide variety of delicious and diverse cuisine. You will find homemade options from around the world at our veritable potpourri of family-owned restaurants. It might sound cliché to say when you are here, you’re family, but when you break bread at one of our eateries, you’ll feel like you are home. Whether you enjoy recipes passed down from generation to generation, a new take on a classic, or a unique fusion of flavors, you’ll find a place to tempt your tastebuds in Lackawanna County. Dine out with your family, friends, or treat yourself to a great meal; whatever your reason for visiting, remember to schedule a dinner break. And make sure to leave room for dessert!
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JUMP START YOUR VISIT WITH A MOUTHWATERING BREAKFAST. WE HAVE A PLETHOR A OF RESTAURANTS OFFERING FRESH , MADE-TO - ORDER SELECTIONS TO SATISFY YOUR CR AVINGS FOR THE MOST IMPORTANT MEAL OF THE DAY.
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SB = Sunday Brunch B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner
The 16th Ward American / D Scranton Abbiocco Italian • American / L • D Clarks Summit Abe’s Kosher Delicatessen Deli • Middle Eastern / B • L Scranton Adezzo American • Café / B • L Scranton AKI Asian Restaurant Asian / L • D Olyphant
BAR PAZZO
Ale Mary’s at The Bittenbender American / L • D Scranton Alexander’s Family Restaurant American / L • D Mayfield Alfredo’s Pizza Café & Restaurant Italian • Pizza / L • D Scranton Alter House Restaurant & Bar Seasonal Farm-to-Table / D Clarks Summit Amendola Deli-cious Italian • Deli / L Scranton
CONEY ISLAND LUNCH
Andy Gavin’s Eatery & Pub American / L • D Scranton Andy’s Pizza Pizza / D Peckville Angelo’s Italian Ristorante Italian / D Dunmore Anthony’s Restaurant Italian • Pizza / D Old Forge Arcaro & Genell Restaurant Italian • Pizza / L • D Old Forge Armetta’s Restaurant & Pizzeria Italian • Pizza / L • D Chinchilla Augustine’s Club 17 Italian • Pizza / L • D Old Forge
ALTER HOUSE RESTAURANT & BAR
AV Restaurant & Lounge American • Italian / D Scranton Backyard Ale House American / L • D • SB Scranton The Bar and Company American / SB • D Olyphant Bar Pazzo Italian • Pizza / D Scranton Barret’s Pub American / L • D Archbald Bartari American / L • D Scranton Boulevard Diner American • Mediterranean B•L•D Scranton Burrito Loco Cantina & Grill Mexican / L • D Dickson City Café Rinaldi Italian • Pizza / D Old Forge Camelot Restaurant & Inn American / SB • L • D Clarks Summit Carwanna American / L • D Carbondale Casa Bella Italian / D Scranton Chaplin’s Honky Tonk Restaurant & Saloon American / B • L • D Dunmore Chicano’s Restaurant Mexican / L • D Scranton China Palace Restaurant Chinese / L • D Scranton Coccetti’s Restaurant & Bakery American / B • L Peckville Colarusso’s Coal Fired Pizza Italian • Pizza / L • D Dickson City Coney Island Lunch American / L Scranton
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Cooper’s Seafood House Seafood • American / L • D Scranton Cura’s Restaurant Mexican • Salvadoran / L • D Scranton Cusumano Italian • Pizza / D Old Forge Dooley’s Pub & Eatery American / D Old Forge Downtown Deli & Eatery American • Deli / B • L Scranton The Eatery by Jessica American / B • L Jessup Eden - A Vegan Café Vegan • American / L • D Scranton Ethan’s Eats American • Café / B • L Olyphant
HARVEST SEASONAL GRILL & WINE BAR
The Fireside Martini Grill, Inc. American / D Dunmore Fork & Bowl American / L • D Scranton Formosa Asian / D Clarks Summit Frank’s Place American / L • D Simpson FuDa Sushi, Hibachi, & Chinese Restaurant Asian / D Covington Twp
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
The Garden - A Mediterranean Restaurant Mediterranean / L • D Scranton The Gourmet Slice Italian • Pizza / L • D Moosic Grande Pizza & Family Restaurant Italian • Pizza / L • D Moosic Grande Pizza Restaurant & Bar Italian • Pizza / L • D Dunmore Greek American Grill Mediterranean / B • L • D Dickson City
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Happy Valley Sports Bar American / L • D Dickson City
Lucca Restaurant Italian • American / B • L • D Taylor
Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar Farm-to-Table • Vegan SB • L • D Moosic
Maiolatesi Wine Cellars American / SB • D Scott Twp
Henry’s on Clay American • Café / SB • B • L Dunmore
OSAKA RESTAURANT
The High Bridge House American / L • D Spring Brook Twp Hooked on State Street Seafood / L • D Clarks Summit Ipanema Grille Brazilian • Steakhouse / D Scranton Italo’s Restaurant Mexican / L • D Scranton Jak’s Pub & Eatery American / D Jessup Joseph’s Restaurant American • Italian / D Peckville Kabuki Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar Japanese / L • D Peckville Kay’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria Italian • Pizza / SB • L • D Covington Twp
ETHAN’S EATS
Mariano’s Cucina Italian / D Jessup Market Street Bar & Grill American / L • D Scranton Mary Lou’s Pizza Italian • Pizza / L • D Old Forge The Mess Hall American / B • L • D Moscow Mickey Gannon’s American / D Scranton Mi Ranchito Colombian Restaurant Colombian / B • L • D Scranton Moon Tavern Family Restaurant & Bar American / D Scranton Nearme Café Cafe • Vegetarian / B • L Moosic
Kelly’s Pub & Eatery American / D Scranton
New Amber Indian Restaurant Indian / L • D Moosic
Kōl Steakhouse Steakhouse • American / D Carbondale
The New Café Mediterranean / L • D Clarks Summit
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Coffee House / B • L • D Scranton
Nonno’s Pizza & Family Restaurant Italian • Pizza / L • D Moosic
Lace Works Tap & Grill American / SB • D Scranton Leo’s Delicatessen & Marketplace American • Deli / L • D Archbald
BURRITO LOCO CANTINA & GRILL
Mansour’s Market Café American • Café / B • L Scranton
Olde Brook Inn American / L • D Spring Brook Twp Oliveri’s Crystal Lake Hotel Italian / D Carbondale
Linda Kay’s Diner American / B • L Scranton
Osaka Restaurant Japanese / L • D Scranton
The Loading Dock Bar & Grill American / L • D Dunmore
OTOWN Bar & Grill American / L • D Olyphant
Smiler’s Grill & Bar American / L • D Dickson City
Pasquale’s Pizzeria & Family Restaurant Italian • Pizza / L • D Archbald
State Street Grill American / SB • L • D Clarks Summit
Peculiar Kitchen New American / D Scranton
Stein’s Restaurant American / D Childs
Pete N’ Reenies American / L • D Archbald
Stirna’s Restaurant American / D Scranton
Pettinato’s Restaurant Italian / D Carbondale
Sushi & Thai Asian Restaurant Asian / D Dunmore
Pinky’s Family Restaurant American / B • L Carbondale Poor Richard’s Pub American / D Scranton POSH @ The Scranton Club American / SB • D Scranton Ragnacci’s Italian / L • D Dunmore The Railyard American / SB • D Scranton Revello’s Pizza Italian • Pizza / L • D Old Forge Rossi’s Ristorante Italian / D Archbald Sacco’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant Italian • Pizza / L • D Scranton
Salerno’s Café Italian • Pizza / L • D Old Forge Savory Maza Lebanese / L • D Scranton
Thai Rak Thai Asian / L • D Scranton Thai Thai Asian / L • D Scranton Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse Japanese / L • D Dickson City
PECULIAR KITCHEN
Trax Bar + Kitchen American / L • D Scranton The Union Craft House American / L • D Taylor Villa Maria II Italian • American / L • D Scranton Windsor Inn American / L • D Jermyn The Wood Grille Italian • American / D Scranton
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
The Salad Shop American / L Scranton
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Paradise Soulfood & Sweets Caribbean / L • D Scranton
Y Knot Pub & Eatery American / L • D Elmhurst Yume Asian / L • D Scranton
Sibio’s Restaurant Italian / L • D Dunmore
Zaleski’s Clubhouse Café American • Pizza / D Scranton
Sidel’s Restaurant American / D Scranton
Zummo’s Café American • Café / B • L • D Scranton
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Lackawanna County’s
Cheesiest Tour! #LCPIZZATRAIL Lackawanna County is known for its phenomenal pizza. We are not only home to Old Forge, the Pizza Capital of the World, and their signature style of pizza, but we also have over 160 pizza shops throughout Lackawanna County, serving every variety of pizza you can think of. To showcase just how amazing our pizza is, we have created the Lackawanna County Pizza Trail, compiling the local favorites that you just have to taste. This delicious list lets you plan a self-guided tour the whole family will enjoy. No matter how you slice it, Lackawanna County Pizza is the best! Learn more about how you can join us on Pennsylvania’s cheesiest tour at VISITNEPA.org.
It’s the cheesiest tour you’ll eve r take!
ARCARO & GENELL
REVELLO’S
ALFREDO’S PIZZA CAFE
Kay’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
@richtaing
CUSUMANO
A Little Pizza Heaven
@notefragrances
MARY LOU’S PIZZA
From family-owned bakeries and cupcake boutiques to chocolate shops and ice cream parlors, Lackawanna County has a location to satisfy your sugar cravings.
Alpine Swirl
Giff’s Ice Cream Shoppe
Amendola Deli-cious
Ginger’s Pies
Barbour’s Bakery
Heaven on Hill
Bella Faccias Chocolates & Gifts
Jessee’s Place Ice Cream
The Caboose Ice Cream
Jitty Joe’s Ice Cream
Cuppa Cake Cafe
Josie’s Frozen Custard & Italian Ice
Peckville
Scranton
Carbondale
Old Forge
Madison Twp Scranton
Dunmore Candy Kitchen Dunmore
Blakely
Archbald Jessup
Scranton Moosic
Scranton
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Clarks Summit • Scranton
Electric City Bakehouse Scranton
Lynn Sandy’s Bakery Scranton
Frutas Locas Scranton
Main Ave Ice Cream
Gertrude Hawk Chocolates
Manning Farm Dairy
Throop
Scranton Dalton
McGee’s Ice Cream
Paradise Soulfood & Sweets
Mi Ranchito Bakery
Picc’s Ice Cream
Minooka Pastry Shop
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Montdale Farm Dairy
Scoops on Spruce
Moo Moo Time Creamery
Sweet Treats Cafe
Carbondale Scranton Scranton
Scott Twp
Jefferson Twp
My Mother’s Delicacies Scranton
Nibbles & Bits Dunmore
Scranton
Old Forge
Dickson City • Dunmore • Scranton Scranton Peckville
That Shake Place Mount Cobb
Wildflour Eatery & Desserts Covington Twp
Osborne Specialties Scranton
Padula’s Ice Cream Dunmore
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NIGHTLIFE Whether you want to dance the night away or find a corner bar to meet up with a friend, there is a place for everyone to enjoy themselves when the sun goes down.
THE V SPOT BAR POOR RICHARD’S PUB ALE MARY’S AT THE BITTENBENDER
The 16th Ward Scranton
The Bar and Company Olyphant
The Cellar at Cusumano Old Forge
The Fireside Martini Grill, Inc. Dunmore
A.J.’s Club Soda Peckville
Bartari Scranton
Champions Lounge Carbondale
Ale Mary’s at The Bittenbender Scranton
Benny’s Sports Bar & Restaurant Peckville
Chaplin’s Honky Tonk Restaurant & Saloon Dunmore
Alter House Clarks Summit
Big House Tobacco Outlet Scranton
Cooper’s Seafood House Scranton
Jak’s Pub & Eatery Jessup
Andy Gavin’s Eatery & Pub Scranton
The Bog Scranton
Crotti’s on Ash Scranton
Lace Works Tap & Grill Scranton
Backyard Ale House Scranton
Breaker Brewing Outpost Archbald
Dooley’s Pub & Eatery Old Forge
Mickey Gannon’s Scranton
Happy Valley Sports Bar Dickson City Jack’s Draft House Scranton
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Backyard Ale House
@backyardalehouse
Noir Dark Spirits
@noirdarkspirits
BACKYARD ALE HOUSE
The Moontower Bar & Grill Archbald Morgan’Z Pub & Eatery Scranton Noir Dark Spirits Scranton OTOWN Bar & Grill Olyphant
Peanut Bar Carbondale
THE 16TH WARD
Penalty Box Scranton PJ’s 1910 Pub Scranton
Stage West Scranton
The V Spot Bar Scranton
Poor Richard’s Pub Scranton
Summit Cigar Lounge & Bar Clarks Summit
Windsor Inn Jermyn
Porkiez Bar & Grill Throop
Trax Bar + Kitchen Scranton
Y Knot Pub & Eatery Elmhurst
POSH @ The Scranton Club Scranton
The Union Craft House Taylor
The Yard After Dark Scranton
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
Moon Tavern Family Restaurant & Bar Scranton
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Jermyn
RiverView Winery Maiolatesi Wine Cellars Case Quattro Winery Capra Collina Winery
Scott twp
Space Time Mead & Cider Works Center City Wine Cellar Lucchi Family Wine Cellars Talerico's Tropical Winery
Blakely
Mucciolo Family Wines Wood Winery
Scranton Old Forge
Madison twp
@liv_guariglia @eileenann119
ck @dyldoghendri
@alexaper egrim
Capra Collina Winery
Mucciolo Family Wines
1971 SCR-CARBONDALE HWY, BLAKELY 570-489-0489
514 S MAIN ST, OLD FORGE 570-766-7071
Case Quattro Winery
RiverView Winery
1542 MAIN ST, PECKVILLE 570-382-3855
410 WASHINGTON AVE, JERMYN
Center City Wine Cellar
Space Time Mead & Cider Works
THE MARKETPLACE AT STEAMTOWN, 2ND FLOOR 300 LACKAWANNA AVE, SCRANTON 570-703-0688
419 S BLAKELY ST, DUNMORE 570-504-5758
Lucchi Family Wine Cellars
Talerico’s Tropical Winery
134 N MAIN AVE, SCRANTON 570-344-7576
802 S MAIN ST, TAYLOR 570-562-6861
Maiolatesi Wine Cellars
Wood Winery
32 CABERNET DR, SCOTT TOWNSHIP 570-254-9977
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SEASONS Abington Farmers Market Burke’s Maple Farm
Mud Pond Farm
CHINCHILLA
Old Forge Farmers Market
C A R B O N DA L E
Carbondale Farmer’s Market Co-Op Farmer’s Market
Pallman Farms
C A R B O N DA L E
The Great Produce Experience Farm Stand Hillside Park Farmers Market LaCoe’s Berry Nice Farm
L A P LU M E
SOU TH ABI NGTON TWP
CLARKS SUMMIT
Lakeland Orchard & Cidery
JEFFER SON TWP
Ritter’s Farm Markets
DUNMORE
Roba Family Farms Spring Hills Farm
NORTH ABI NGTON TWP SCR AN TON
NORTH ABI NGTON TWP
CLARKS SUMMIT
PALLMAN FARMS
CO-OP FARMER’S MARKET
JEFFER SON TWP
South Side Farmers Market
SCOTT TWP
Miller’s Orchards Farm Market
OLD FORGE
CLARKS SUMMIT
Ritter’s Cider Mill
SCR AN TON
Dunmore Farmer’s Market
DA LT O N
SOUTH SIDE FARMERS MARKET
RITTER’S CIDER MILL
DUNMORE FARMER’S MARKET
LAKELAND ORCHARD & CIDERY
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Cugino’s 107 E Drinker St, Dunmore Season 2; Episode 17 Season 3; Episodes 7 & 8
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MODERN H O S P I TA L I T Y LACKAWANNA COUNTY’S WIDE ARRAY OF accommodation options means you can plan your stay your way. Whether you are seeking luxurious comfort with first-class amenities, a hotel with a beautiful swimming pool for the kids, a cozy bed and breakfast, or a campsite under the stars, you will find exactly what you’re looking for. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy superb hospitality and unsurpassed customer service, providing you with whatever you need to make your trip a successful one. When you visit Lackawanna County, your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities. Our goal is to have you book your next visit before you check out.
THE REGINA HOUSE
HILTON SCRANTON & CONFERENCE CENTER Photo by Brian Anderson
WHATEVER ACCOMMODATIONS YOU CHOOSE, YOU WILL RECEIVE A WARM WELCOME FROM PEOPLE WHO WILL GO THE EXTRA MILE TO ENSURE YOU ENJOY YOUR STAY. RADISSON LACKAWANNA STATION HOTEL SCRANTON
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ENJOY YOUR STAY
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H I LTON SC R A N TON & CON F E R E NC E CENTER Located in downtown Scranton, the luxurious Hilton Scranton & Conference Center is a beautiful and modern display of the city’s sophistication. Whether conducting business or spending quality time with your family, your stay will offer the amenities you expect and the extras you deserve. Conveniently situated within walking distance of a wide variety of dining options, shops, and attractions, the Hilton Scranton is an ideal location for visitors. The hotel also offers two restaurants and a Starbucks on site for complete convenience.
F O R R E S E R VAT IO N S 570.343.3000 | SCRANTON.HILTON.COM
R A DI SSON L AC K AWA N NA STAT ION HOT E L SC R A N TON Set in what once was Scranton’s premier train station, the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton combines historical beauty with modern amenities. The stately lobby welcomes you with class and sophistication, from the marble columns to the Tiffany stained-glass ceiling. The hotel also offers award-winning onsite dining that gives you all-day access to decadent cuisine. Located in the heart of downtown Scranton, you’ll find yourself within a short walk of all the city has to offer.
F O R R E S E R VAT IO N S 570.342.8300 | RADISSON.COM/SCRANTON
Hampton Inn Scranton at Montage Mountain is conveniently located at the base of Montage Mountain. Enjoy amazing views from their welcoming lobby, modern guest rooms, and pool.
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H A M P TON I N N SC R A N TON AT MON TAGE MOU N TA I N The mountain-view hotel is an ideal location for business trips, weekend ski getaways, or overnight stays after a concert at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain. Recognized for incredible service, the Hampton Inn promises an unforgettable experience. Location, accommodations, amenities, and service combine to form the perfect storm of hospitality at the Hampton Inn Scranton at Montage Mountain.
F O R R E S E R VAT IO N S 570.342.7002 | SCRANTONPA.HAMPTONINN.COM
TOW N E PL AC E SU I T E S BY M A R R IOT T TownePlace Suites is an all-suite hotel with fully equipped kitchens. Perfect for weekends or extended stays, keep this spot in mind when you plan your retreat to Montage Mountain. Whether it’s for a music festival, catching a RailRiders game, or a ski weekend, TownePlace Suites is your most comfortable choice. It is great for groups and even allows pets.
F O R R E S E R VAT IO N S 570.207.8500 | MARRIOTT.COM/SCRCS
ENJOY YOUR STAY
Located next to The Shoppes at Montage Mountain, many dining options, and some of the largest attractions Lackawanna County has to offer, you’ll be a part of all the action when you stay at TownePlace Suites by Marriott.
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SPR I NGH I LL SU IT E S BY M A R R IOT T The SpringHill Suites by Marriott Scranton is a hotel with space and style. Located near I-81 at the base of Montage Mountain, the SpringHill Suites by Marriott is ideal for business and leisure travelers alike. There is always plenty to do with Montage Mountain Resorts, The Pavilion at Montage Mountain, The Shoppes at Montage Mountain, and the SWB RailRiders close by. The SpringHill’s guest suites offer a seamless blend of style and function along with luxurious bedding, a microwave, mini-fridge, large work desk, free high-speed internet access, and a spalike bathroom to ensure your stay is anything but ordinary. Their complimentary hot breakfast, indoor pool, and fitness center help you stay relaxed and refreshed, giving you the freedom to set your own pace and work or relax your way.
F O R R E S E R VAT IO N S 570.207.1212 | MARRIOTT.COM/AVPSH
HOT E L A N T H R AC I T E A modern hotel with historical roots, Hotel Anthracite delivers a comfortable atmosphere while making your stay a part of history. Just 20 minutes from Scranton, this boutique hotel is a full-service lodging, dining, and event location featuring Kōl Steakhouse. The spacious accommodations include expansive windows providing maximum natural light and views of the historical Carbondale city and hillside. As you explore their lobby, Canary Café, restaurants, and event hall, you will see historical photos and sculptures paying homage to the coal mining heritage of Lackawanna County. Guests are within walking distance of downtown Carbondale’s shops and restaurants, and with live music sometimes being offered on the rooftop, there’s a chance to be entertained while catching sunset views.
F O R R E S E R VAT IO N S 570.536.6020 | HOTELANTHRACITE.COM
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CAMELOT RESTAURANT & INN
LACKAWANNA STATE PARK
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON
THE COLONNADE
BED & BREAKFAST & COUNTRY INNS
HOTELS
Hilton Scranton & Conference Center Scranton
Camelot Restaurant & Inn Clarks Summit
Best Western Plus Clarks Summit Scranton Clarks Summit
Colonial Brick Inn & Suites Hallstead
Comfort Inn Clarks Summit Clarks Summit
The Colonnade Scranton
Comfort Suites Scranton Scranton
Holiday Inn Scranton East - Dunmore Dunmore
Oliveri’s Crystal Lake Hotel Carbondale
Courtyard by Marriott Moosic Moosic
Home2 Suites by Hilton Dickson City
Red Barn Village Bed & Breakfast Clarks Summit
Days Inn Scranton by Wyndham Scranton
The Regina House Moosic
Fairfield Inn & Suites Montage Mountain Moosic
CAMPGROUNDS
Fairfield Inn Scranton by Marriott Scranton
Highland Campgrounds Dalton
Four Points by Sheraton Scranton
How Kola Campground Dalton
Hampton Inn Clarks Summit Clarks Summit
Keen Lake Camping & Cottage Resort Waymart
Hampton Inn Scranton at Montage Mountain Scranton
Lackawanna State Park North Abington Twp
The High Bridge House Spring Book Twp
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dickson City Dickson City
Hotel Anthracite Carbondale Microtel Inn & Suites Dickson City
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton Scranton Residence Inn Scranton by Marriott Scranton Sleep Inn & Suites Dunmore SpringHill Suites by Marriott Moosic TownePlace Suites by Marriott Moosic
ENJOY YOUR STAY
Quality Inn Dunmore Dunmore
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CA LL OF THE WILD ADVENTURE SEEKERS, you have come to the right place. Lackawanna County is a nature lovers’ paradise, with breathtaking views and scenery, four picture-perfect seasons, and endless options to explore them all. Whether you are looking to get your adrenaline pumping, take the kids outside to play, or find a beautiful spot to stop and smell the roses, Lackawanna County has it all. Experts and novices alike can enjoy biking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, skiing, snowboarding, sleigh riding, kayaking, canoeing — the list goes on and on and on. Lackawanna County is a natural playground where anyone can find their own adventure.
SOUTH ABINGTON PARK
EALES PRESERVE
YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THE TREEHOUSE AT NAY AUG PARK . 150 FEET ABOVE A PICTURESQUE GORGE AND WATERFALL, IT OFFERS BREATHTAKING VIEWS IN EVERY SEASON. NAY AUG PARK
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OUTD OOR ADVENT URES
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@lackawander
@mercyjaster
Lackawanna State Park
Montage Mountain
@madame.coco.la.rose
Moosic Mountain
Lackawanna State Park
@dufffishing
Top of the World
@naadzz_rene
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@madame.coco.la.rose
@searfola
Merli-Sarnoski Park
Top of the World
Merli-Sarnoski Park
@lisadenardo
@thelivesofkateandsterling
OUTD OOR ADVENT URES
@dick_daviss
Lackawanna River Heritage Trail
Lackawanna State Park
@steamtownyoga
Lackawanna State Park
Lackawanna State Park
@renee_hovan
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OurTrails Unplug, look up from your screens, and come experience our breathtaking parks. If you are in search of adventure, you can hike, bike, sled, snowshoe, fish, hunt, kayak, or camp surrounded by scenic vistas and mountaintop views. Whatever outdoor activity you prefer, you’ll find it waiting for you in beautiful Lackawanna County.
MCDADE PARK
Aylesworth Park
McDade Park
Blakely Borough Recreation Complex
Meadowsweet to Quarry Ridge Preserve Trails
Scranton
Jermyn
Peckville
North Abington Twp
Blakely Falls Blakely
Merli-Sarnoski Park Greenfield Twp
Covington Park Moscow
Dunmore Reservoir #1 Dunmore
Dick & Nancy Eales Nature Preserve at Moosic Mountain Jessup
Forest Acres Preserve Newton Twp
Messimer Preserve Trail
North Abington Twp
Nay Aug Park Scranton
Panther Creek Nature Preserve Simpson
DUNMORE RESERVOIR #1
South Abington Recreation Park
Hillside Park
South Abington Twp
South Abington Twp
Trolley Trail
Lackawanna River Heritage Trail See pages 64-65
Clarks Summit to Dalton & Keystone College to Factoryville
Lackawanna State Park
Woodlands Campus at Keystone College
Lake Scranton
Ziegler Preserve Trail
La Plume
North Abington Twp Scranton
Dalton
FOR THE D O GS Bring your pup along and let them run free and play off-leash at these dog-friendly spots. Exercise and socialize while connecting with fellow dog lovers.
Abington Dog Park South Abington Twp
Connell Dog Park Scranton
Jason Corazzi Memorial Dog Park Dickson City
MERLI-SARNOSKI PARK
State Park Get back to nature at Lackawanna State Park. The 1,445-acre park, open 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset, offers endless possibilities. Whether you kick back and relax or pursue something adventurous, you’ll be sure to hear the call of the wild.
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• Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking, and Other Watersports • Fishing and Ice Fishing • Hiking and Mountain Biking • Snowshoeing and Cross-Country Skiing • Sleigh Riding and Ice Skating • Hunting • Tent Camping, Cottages, and Yurts • Pet-Friendly • Picnic Areas with Grills • Rentable Picnic Pavilions • Swimming Pool and Splash Zone LO C AT E D J UST 1 0 M I L E S NOR T H
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Lackawanna River
Heritage Trail Stretching more than 70 miles, located amid the mountains and along the Lackawanna River, this trail is an artery that connects more than 30 communities through Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, and Wayne Counties.
Wildlife Watch for bald eagles, river otters, beavers, deer, herons, and other wildlife along the trail!
4-Season Trail Enjoy walking, running, cycling, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
Homage to Heritage Explore Scranton’s Elm St. Trailhead section, and you’ll find rock carvings of wildlife, a sculpture of a Haudenosaunee Chief, and an amphitheater that pays homage to the area’s Native American heritage.
River Access Sections of the trail, municipal parks, and green spaces provide easy access to fly fishing and kayaking along the Lackawanna River.
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Delaware & Hudson Rail-Trail L O C AT I O N O F T R A I L H E A D S
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Lackawanna County is home to events that will challenge you physically and test your limits. Qualify for the Boston Marathon, race against international competition, scale a black diamond ski slope, ride at breakneck speeds through city streets, or paddle down an icy river. Watching these events is exciting and fun for the whole family, but the real thrill is participating and conquering these unique and challenging courses.
SCRANTON HALF MARATHON
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MID-ATLANTIC MASTERS
BLACK DIAMOND RUNNING SERIES
ELECTRIC CITY CLASSIC
STEAMTOWN MARATHON
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SHIVERFEST
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T R E AT YOU R SELF WHETHER YOU ARE A SHOPAHOLIC, browsing for deals, searching for the perfect present, pampering yourself, or just window-shopping, Lackawanna County is the retail destination you’ve been looking for. Our unique marketplaces and specialty shops house artists and vendors selling one-of-a-kind vintage, handmade, and upcycled items you won’t find anywhere else. Our boutiques feature hand-picked pieces and carefully curated selections that range from the luxurious to the affordable. Take a break from treasure hunting and indulge in local-made gourmet goodies, then peruse the name-brand favorites you know and love at our malls and outdoor promenades. Quality products and unmatched service set Lackawanna County apart when it comes to shopping. You won’t find a more pleasant place to procure your purchases.
EVERYTHING NATURAL
GERTRUDE HAWK CHOCOLATES
LOOKING FOR FUN MEMORABILIA FROM “THE OFFICE”? CHECK OUT THE GIFT SHOP AT COOPER’S SEAFOOD HOUSE IN SCRANTON. IT’S THE GO-TO PLACE FOR DUNDER MIFFLIN GEAR . LAVISH BODY & HOME
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AN TIQUES & VIN TAGE Central Station Marketplace & Antiques Scranton
Waverly General Store Waverly
Embassy Vinyl Scranton
The Wonderstone Gallery Dunmore
From Drab to Fab Mayfield
Woods and Company South Abington Twp
Olde Good Things Scranton
CONSIGNMENT
On&On Scranton
The Avenue Consignment Clarks Summit
The Regina House Tea Room Scranton ON&ON
CLOTHING , GIF TS , BO OKS & MORE Amendolaro Gift Boutique Scranton The Blushing Bridal Boutique Scranton
Changes Luxury Consignment Scranton Esther’s Consignment Boutique Dunmore Miriam’s Furniture Consignment Dunmore
Brucelli Advertising Dunmore
FO OD & GOURMET
The Curiosity Shop Scranton
Burke’s Maple Farm Carbondale
The Daisy Collective Scranton
Electric City Roasting Park Peckville
Everything Natural Clarks Summit Grace Antony & Co. South Abington Twp Heaven & Earth Gift Shop Scranton
COOPER’S SEAFOOD HOUSE
Steamtown Cigar Club Scranton
D&D’s Collectables Scranton
Fabulous Finds Olyphant
AMENDOLARO GIFT BOUTIQUE
Pickyweedz/Mystical Goods Clarks Summit
Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Throop Nibbles & Bits Dunmore
Kevin’s Worldwide Scranton
Thirteen Olives Clarks Summit
Lavish Body & Home Scranton
JEWELRY
Library Express Bookstore Scranton
Boccardo Jewelers Scranton
Live With It Peckville
Duffy Accessories Scranton
New Laundry Scranton
J.B. Jewelers Scranton
Over the Moon Scranton
Steve Pronko Jewelers Dickson City
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MALLS & SHOPPING DISTRICTS The Crossings Premium Outlets Tannersville The Marketplace at Steamtown Scranton Scranton Public Market Scranton The Shoppes at Montage Mountain Moosic Viewmont Mall Scranton
SPORTING GO ODS A&G Outfitters Dickson City Battaglia’s Sporting Goods Scranton
NEW LAUNDRY
Bazaar Skateshop Scranton Cedar Bicycle Scranton Field & Stream Scranton Scranton Running Co. Scranton Veloce Bicycle Scranton
VIRTUAL SHOPS LackawannaMarkets.com Virtual Shop PICKYWEEDZ/MYSTICAL GOODS
SCR ANTON & “THE OFFICE” SOUVENIRS
SHOPPING
Cooper’s Seafood House Gift Shop Scranton Electric City Trolley Museum Gift Shop Scranton Library Express Bookstore Scranton
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Colorful masterpieces adorn walls throughout Lackawanna County - beautiful manifestations of an electric local arts scene. Find a comprehensive listing of Lackawanna County’s murals at VISITNEPA.org.
N AY AU G FA L L S & T R A I N ERIC BUSSART / JOY ZAVADA / MARK PERRY / VIA THE MOSAIC PROJECT
THE DRE A M ERIC BUSSART / EMMANUEL WISDOM
WE D O G O OD TO GETHER ERIC BUSSART / JOY ZAVADA VIA THE MOSAIC PROJECT
I M AGI NE ERIC BUSSART / RYAN HNAT KRISTA PERDOMO / LEAGEN WALLACE
TEQUILA ERIC BUSSART
SCR A N TON ' S HE A RT MANON RILEY / RYAN HNAT
CHILDREN ARE OUR GREATEST HOPE FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE
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RESOURCES & SERVICES WE UNDERSTAND THAT you sometimes need more than a great restaurant or luxurious hotel when you are traveling. Our community partners are here to provide any services you may need when you visit Lackawanna County. Regardless of the length of your stay, our goal is to meet all your needs and surpass all your expectations. We offer numerous professional, financial, and medical services, along with a variety of transportation, educational, and religious options. Feel free to walk in and introduce yourself; we’re sure you’ll be welcomed with open arms! Ranked one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live*, Lackawanna County offers a high quality of life with a caring community. With the beautiful balance of big-city feel and country charm that our community has to offer, we know you’ll enjoy your visit to Lackawanna County. *U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
HILLSIDE PARK SUMMER CONCERTS
UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON
PEOPLE ARE THE CORNERSTONE OF ANY COMMUNITY, AND THE PEOPLE OF LACKAWANNA COUNTY ARE NO EXCEPTION. WE TAKE CARE OF ONE ANOTHER , AND WHEN YOU VISIT, OUR COMMUNITY IS HERE FOR YOU. ALBRIGHT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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ADVERTISING , PRIN TING & PUBLICATIONS
Camp Freedom Carbondale
Scranton Printing Co. Scranton
Women’s Resource Center Scranton
The Times-Tribune Scranton
Abington Business & Professional Association Clarks Summit
EDUCATION
DanceNEPA Dunmore
Marywood University Scranton Scranton Public Library Scranton The University of Scranton Scranton
FINANCIAL SERVICES Community Bank, N.A. Scranton
Greater Scranton YMCA Dunmore The Greenhouse Project at Nay Aug Park Scranton LT Verrastro Inc. Importing Beer Distributor Old Forge Scranton Chamber of Commerce Scranton
FNCB Bank Dunmore
Scranton Tomorrow Scranton
NBT Bank Scranton
Villa Capri Cruisers Car Club, Inc. Dunmore
PNC Bank Scranton
Waverly Community House Waverly
RE AL ESTATE
HOSPITALS & MEDICAL PROVIDERS
Hemingway Development Corp. Moosic
Geisinger Community Medical Center Hospital Scranton
Lewith & Freeman Real Estate Kingston
Medicus Urgent Care Dunmore The Wright Center for Community Health Scranton
WAVERLY COMMUNITY HOUSE
Erie Lackawanna Dining Car Preservation Society Dunmore
Fidelity Bank Dunmore
Peoples Security Bank & Trust Scranton VILLA CAPRI CRUISERS CAR CLUB, INC.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Universal Printing Co. Dunmore
Lackawanna College Scranton
THE GREENHOUSE PROJECT AT NAY AUG PARK
Jessup 21st Century Association Jessup
Pennsylvania Paper & Supply Co. Scranton
Sweda Advertising Clarks Green
THE SCRANTON ESTATE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON
NONPROFITS
Mayflower Crossing Apartments Wilkes-Barre Realty Network Group Clarks Summit
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RELIGIOUS SERVICES Covenant Presbyterian Church Scranton Jewish Discovery Center Clarks Summit St. Ann Basilica Parish Scranton St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Scranton St. Tikhon’s Monastery Bookstore & Museum Waymart
TR AVEL, TR ANSPORTATION & AUTOMOBILE SERVICES
LACKAWANNA COUNTY CHILDREN’S LIBRARY
AAA North Penn Scranton Aviation Technologies, Inc. Avoca Gilbride Limousine Olyphant Lackawanna County Transit Center Scranton The Limo Guy of NEPA Scranton Martz Group Wilkes-Barre Northeast Transit Scranton
PENNSYLVANIA PAPER & SUPPLY CO.
Signature Limo & Car Service Scranton
OUR COMMUNIT Y
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport Avoca
VETERINARY EMERGENCY Northeast Veterinary Referral Hospital Plains Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center South Abington Twp
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Lackawanna TWO HOUR DRIVE FROM NEW YORK CITY & PHILADELPHIA
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Benton
Fell
La Plume Carbondale
North Abington Scott Dalton
Mayfield
West Abington
Carbondale Township
Waverly
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Jermyn 6
Clarks Green
Glenburn
Archbald
Clarks Summit
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South Abington
Dickson City
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Jessup Throop
Olyphant
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Jefferson
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Elmhurst
Moosic Madison Moscow
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Top Five INSTAGR AMMABLE SPOTS
in Lackawanna County
Scranton Letters Mural SCRANTON
@lisadenardo
Top of the World DUNMORE
Dwight Mural at On&On
Electric City Sign
SCR AN TON
SCRAN TON
@onandonscranton
@mbreezeyyy
@rebekah_bagahdonuts
Come Socialize With Us
Nay Aug Park Treehouse SCR AN TON
@lun9w33zy69