Lake Naomi

American · Lake Harmony, PA

A casual Lake Harmony tavern serving burgers, steaks, and wings on a patio overlooking Big Boulder Lake.

American / Gastropub · Pocono Lake, PA

A lively gastropub in Pocono Lake with a sprawling menu, closest full-service restaurant to Arrowhead Lake.

American / Bar · Lake Harmony, PA

A Lake Harmony institution since 1987, famed for live music, karaoke, and a lively lakeside nightclub scene.

French · South Sterling, PA

Formal French restaurant in a historic South Sterling stone chalet, prized for special-occasion fine dining.

American · Pocono Pines, PA

A well-loved Pocono Pines tavern serving classic American fare like burgers and hearty entrées in a warm, rustic setting.

American · Mount Pocono, PA

A well-reviewed Mount Pocono restaurant offering lakeside, fireside, or patio seating with scratch-made American cooking.

Pizza / Italian · Gouldsboro, PA

Unassuming Gouldsboro strip-mall spot locals rate as the Poconos' best pizza, with wood-fired, thin charred crusts.

Wood-Fired Pizza

American · Pocono Pines, PA

Family-friendly Pocono Pines spot serving all-day breakfast and casual American-Italian-seafood dinners for groups with mixed tastes.

American / Diner · Pocono Pines, PA

A homestyle Pocono Pines diner serving big, affordable breakfast and comfort food, popular before hikes or ski days.

Breakfast / American · Lake Harmony, PA

Casual all-day breakfast spot on the lake in Lake Harmony, known for generous portions and a family-friendly waterfront setting.

Italian / Pizza · Tobyhanna, PA

A casual, kid-friendly Tobyhanna trattoria serving reliably good thin-crust pizza and stromboli.

American · Blakeslee, PA

Family-run Blakeslee restaurant and bar near Pocono Raceway known for hand-baked bread and award-winning chili.

Breakfast / American · Blakeslee, PA

Family-owned Blakeslee diner serving budget-friendly breakfast and lunch, famous for the Messy Mike sandwich and daily-baked pastries.

Steakhouse · Lake Harmony, PA

A well-reviewed Lake Harmony steakhouse serving dry-aged cuts and seafood towers for a dressed-up splurge dinner.

American / Diner · Mountainhome, PA

A casual, budget-friendly diner in Mountainhome serving all-day breakfast and comfort food, rated 4.5 stars on Google.

American · Pocono Pines, PA

A casual, family-friendly American restaurant in Pocono Pines near Lake Naomi, good for a low-key, no-fuss meal.

Cafe · Lake Harmony, PA

A cozy, well-reviewed cafe and gift shop near Big Boulder in Lake Harmony, perfect for a quick coffee or pastry stop.

Polish / American · Tobyhanna, PA

Casual Tobyhanna spot known for standout pierogi and kielbasa, a comforting change from typical pub and pizza fare.

Pierogi & Kielbasa

Cafe · Gouldsboro, PA

A casual, budget-friendly Gouldsboro cafe loved locally for quick breakfast sandwiches and coffee.

Italian · Lake Harmony, PA

A casual, family-friendly Lake Harmony spot for classic Italian-American red-sauce favorites like baked ziti and chicken parmesan.

American / Pizza · Tobyhanna, PA

A casual, family-friendly Tobyhanna Lake spot for pizza, burgers, dinner specials, and live entertainment.

Italian · Pocono Pines, PA

Family-run Italian restaurant in Pocono Pines serving generous red-sauce classics in a casual, unpretentious setting.

American · Lake Harmony, PA

Casual lake house restaurant near Lake Harmony serving burgers, seafood, and comfort food in a rustic, family-friendly setting.

Pizza / Italian · Blakeslee, PA

A family-run pizzeria near Blakeslee serving hand-tossed pies, hoagies, wings, and pasta for quick, casual takeout.

American · Buck Hill Falls, PA

Upscale clubhouse grille at historic Buck Hill Falls Golf Club, serving elevated American classics with sweeping course views.

American / Pub · Lake Harmony, PA

A casual, no-reservation Lake Harmony pub with beer, wings, burgers, and a lively TV-lined room for big games.

Seafood · Tobyhanna, PA

Casual shack-style seafood spot near the lake in Tobyhanna, highly rated and perfect for a low-key meal after a day outdoors.

American · Lake Harmony, PA

Casual waterfront bar-and-grill in Lake Harmony, popular with families and groups off the water.

Thai · Mount Pocono, PA

A local favorite serving authentic, adjustable-spice Thai staples like pad thai and curries at moderate prices.

American / Pub · Gouldsboro, PA

A casual Gouldsboro neighborhood tavern known for hearty burgers, sandwiches, and pub plates at moderate prices.

· Pocono Manor, PA

Casual pub-style grill and bar at Kalahari Resorts, ideal for a no-fuss family meal after the water park.

· Lake Harmony, PA

A casual pub, golf simulator, and grocery-and-gift counter all in one at Split Rock Golf Club in Lake Harmony.

American · Skytop, PA

Lakeview dining room at Skytop Lodge serving upscale American fare with scenic water views, ideal for special occasions.

Italian / Steakhouse · Tannersville, PA

A $$$ Tannersville spot near Route 611 blending Italian dishes and steakhouse fare, best for reservation-worthy occasions.

American · Skytop, PA

The formal, upscale American dining room at Skytop Lodge, best suited for special-occasion evenings.

Italian Steakhouse · Mount Pocono, PA

An upscale $$$$ Italian steakhouse inside Mount Airy Casino Resort in Mount Pocono, PA.

Pub · Skytop, PA

Casual pub at Skytop Lodge serving burgers, salads, and sandwiches with a full bar for lunch and dinner daily.

American · Buck Hill Falls, PA

Casual, scenic American dining in Buck Hill Falls—an easy sit-down meal after golf, tennis, or trails.

Buffet · Mount Pocono, PA

A casual American buffet at Mount Airy Casino Resort, ideal for groups or families with varied tastes.

Mexican · Pocono Manor, PA

A casual, kid-friendly Mexican restaurant at Kalahari Resorts in Pocono Manor, PA — no need to leave the pool clothes behind.

Café · Stroudsburg, PA

A casual, low-priced café on Main Street in Stroudsburg with a devoted local following and outstanding reviews.

Japanese · Swiftwater, PA

A casual, mid-to-upper priced Japanese restaurant in Swiftwater known for its adjoining garden dining area.

· Mount Pocono, PA

On-site dining room at Paradise Stream Resort in Mount Pocono offering convenient, no-drive meals, rated 3.9/5 on Google.

Steakhouse · Pocono Manor, PA

A sit-down charcoal grill steakhouse at Kalahari Resort in Pocono Manor, priced in the upper-middle ($$$) tier.

· Stroudsburg, PA

A well-reviewed Main Street restaurant in downtown Stroudsburg, rated 4.6/5 on Google and 4.3/5 on Yelp.

Steakhouse · Cresco, PA

A well-reviewed $$$ steakhouse in Cresco, best suited to a leisurely evening out rather than a quick bite.

Pizza · Tannersville, PA

A convenient, casual on-site pizzeria at Camelback Lodge, though online reviews are notably poor.

· Scotrun, PA

Casual buffet and quick-service dining at Great Wolf Lodge in Scotrun, PA, built for convenient, no-fuss family meals.

American · Mount Pocono, PA

Guy Fieri's American restaurant inside Mount Airy Casino Resort, offering casual dining just steps from your room.

· Stroudsburg, PA

A casual, no-reservation bar & grill in Stroudsburg with a strong local following, best for laid-back drinks and bites.

· Tannersville, PA

Camelback Lodge's in-house restaurant in Tannersville, PA — a convenient on-site option rather than a dinner destination worth a special drive.

Asian / Sushi · Mount Pocono, PA

Casual noodle and sushi bar inside Mount Airy Casino Resort, ideal for a quick, no-fuss meal on property.

· Tannersville, PA

Casual bar and grill at Chateau Resort in Tannersville, PA, serving American pub fare with no dress code or reservation stress.

· Tannersville, PA

On-site restaurant at Camelback Lodge in Tannersville, PA, rated 4.3/5 from over 11,800 Google reviews.

Indian · Stroudsburg, PA

A well-reviewed, mid-range Indian restaurant on Main Street in downtown Stroudsburg.

· Swiftwater, PA

A local, non-chain restaurant in Swiftwater, PA, convenient to the Route 611 corridor and nearby Pocono resort areas.

· Stroudsburg, PA

A popular American grill in Stroudsburg, PA, with a strong local following and a 4.4/5 Google rating across 2,600+ reviews.

Halal · Stroudsburg, PA

A casual, budget-friendly halal restaurant in Stroudsburg serving American-leaning halal food.

Ramen · Tannersville, PA

Highly rated, moderately priced ramen spot in Tannersville, great for a fuss-free warm-up meal without reservations.

Seafood · Tannersville, PA

A longtime Tannersville seafood-and-steak landmark near Camelback, serving Pocono diners for over 45 years.

Italian · Pocono Manor, PA

Sit-down Italian dinner inside Kalahari Resorts in Pocono Manor, ideal for families who don't want to leave the property.

Indian · Tannersville, PA

A mid-range Indian restaurant in Tannersville near Camelback/Mount Pocono, popular for its varied menu and dependable meals.

· Reeders, PA

A casual, well-reviewed neighborhood bar and grill in Reeders, perfect for a low-key, no-reservation Pocono meal.

· Tannersville, PA

Casual pub at Camelback Lodge in Tannersville with mountain views and outdoor firepits, best for a relaxed après-ski bite.

· Stroudsburg, PA

Vault 636 is a well-reviewed restaurant on Stroudsburg's walkable Main Street, a solid choice for an easy night out.

Coffee · Mount Pocono, PA

A convenient, budget-friendly Starbucks inside Mount Airy Casino Resort, ideal for a quick coffee between gaming or before hiking.

Bakery & Café · Stroudsburg, PA

A casual, budget-friendly Stroudsburg bakery-café, great for a quick morning bite before hiking or shopping.

Pizza · Tannersville, PA

Casual, budget-friendly Tannersville pizza spot serving gourmet pizza, subs, wings and fresh salads.

· Tannersville, PA

A casually well-liked eatery at The Crossings Premium Outlets in Tannersville, great for a break during shopping.

Bakery · Pocono Manor, PA

A budget-friendly Pocono Manor cake bakery beloved by locals, with a perfect 5/5 Google rating.

Coffee · Tannersville, PA

A grab-and-go La Colombe coffee bar inside Camelback Lodge, prized for convenience over quality.

American Breakfast · Tannersville, PA

A casual Tannersville spot for classic American breakfast and lunch daily, plus relaxed weekend dinners Friday through Sunday.

Bakery · Stroudsburg, PA

A budget-friendly Main Street bakery in Stroudsburg, great for a quick coffee-and-pastry stop.

Café · Mount Pocono, PA

A casual, budget-friendly café in Mount Pocono with a loyal local following and consistently high ratings.

Café & Juice Bar · Stroudsburg, PA

A casual, budget-friendly café and juice bar in Stroudsburg, well-rated by locals for coffee, juice, or a quick bite.

Bakery · Stroudsburg, PA

A budget-friendly Stroudsburg bakery, ideal for a quick coffee, pastry, or treats to-go rather than a destination meal.

Japanese · Swiftwater, PA

A scenic outdoor garden dining area at Desaki Restaurant in Swiftwater, PA, offering Japanese cuisine for date nights and celebrations.

Modern Mexican · Tannersville, PA

Modern Mexican dining and margaritas on an open-air deck at Camelback Resort.

American / Gourmet Burgers · Pocono Manor, PA

Gourmet burgers and handcrafted shakes inside Kalahari Resort.

Pizza & Craft Beer · Stroudsburg, PA

House-brewed craft beer and wood-fired pub food in downtown Stroudsburg.

Mexican · Pocono Manor, PA

Made-from-scratch Mexican fare and one of the region's largest tequila selections at Kalahari.

Donuts & Coffee · Bartonsville, PA

Made-to-order warm donuts, decorated fresh in front of you.

Farm-to-Table American · Blakeslee, PA

A women-owned, all-day brunch spot built around scratch-made Southern comfort food.

Farm-to-Table American · East Stroudsburg, PA

Elevated Southern comfort food and craft cocktails in a farmhouse-chic dining room.

American / Ice Cream · Tannersville, PA

The classic American family restaurant and ice cream parlor, serving Tannersville since 1935.

Mac & Cheese · Pocono Manor, PA

Wisconsin cheese meets Southern comfort in fast-casual mac and cheese bowls.

Japanese / Sushi & Sake · Delaware Water Gap, PA

Pennsylvania's first sake brewery, paired with scratch-made ramen and sustainable sushi.

Brewpub · Stroudsburg, PA

House-made craft beer, axe throwing, and bold pub food on Main Street.

Italian · Pocono Manor, PA

A 60-year Sortino family Italian tradition, now inside Kalahari Resort.

Poolside Bar & Grill · Mount Pocono, PA

Poolside cocktails and grilled fare at Paradise Stream Resort on private Lake Eden.

Desserts & Sweets · Pocono Manor, PA

Hand-dipped chocolates, caramel apples, and ice cream in the Kalahari Resort lobby.

Brewery Taproom · Tannersville, PA

16 taps of Barley Creek's own award-winning beer at the Crossings Premium Outlets.

Gastropub · Tobyhanna, PA

A family-run gastropub inside a 200-year-old building, with a kitchen by Witchcraft Sandwich Co.

Bakery & American Comfort Food · Delaware Water Gap, PA

Famous for apple pie and a Food Network-featured mac-and-cheese pot pie since 1976.

A 7+ mile loop up Camelback Mountain with a gentle start and rocky climb to three-state summit views.

Tobyhanna State Park's highest-rated trail: a 5.1-mile lakeside loop with water views nearly the whole way.

A 5.7-mile Gouldsboro State Park loop past wetlands and Black Bear Swamp, easy on climbing but long on distance.

An easy 1.2-mile round-trip hike in Hickory Run State Park to a scenic 25-foot waterfall.

A demanding 5.8-mile blue-blazed loop in Gouldsboro leading to the rewarding open-air overlook at Prospect Rock.

An easy 2.75-mile out-and-back near Tobyhanna Lake through wetlands and a boulder field, great for birds and wildlife.

A popular 1.12-mile moderate loop at Big Pocono with a northeast vista and rocky, hands-on scrambling near the middle.

A easy-rated loop in Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area, running 2.2 miles with about 150 ft of elevation gain. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A moderate-rated out-and-back route in Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area, running 2.3 miles with about 118 ft of elevation gain. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A easy-rated loop in Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area, running 0.8 miles with about 68 ft of elevation gain. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A moderate-rated loop in State Game Lands Number 127, running 3.8 miles with about 127 ft of elevation gain.

A easy-rated loop in State Game Lands Number 127, running 5.4 miles with about 216 ft of elevation gain.

A easy-rated loop in State Game Lands Number 127, running 4.7 miles with about 252 ft of elevation gain.

A easy-rated loop in Thomas Darling Preserve, running 2 miles with about 68 ft of elevation gain.

A easy-rated loop in Thomas Darling Preserve, running 2.5 miles with about 85 ft of elevation gain.

A easy-rated loop in Kurmes Paradise Creek Nature Preserve, running 1.7 miles with about 134 ft of elevation gain. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A easy-rated loop in Fieldstone Farm Tank Creek Preserve, running 1 mile with about 173 ft of elevation gain. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A moderate-rated out-and-back route in Tobyhanna State Park, running 8.7 miles with about 534 ft of elevation gain.

A easy-rated out-and-back route in Tobyhanna State Park, running 6.3 miles with about 360 ft of elevation gain.

A moderate-rated loop in Big Pocono State Park, running 3.4 miles with about 725 ft of elevation gain. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A moderate-rated loop in Big Pocono State Park, running 2.8 miles with about 246 ft of elevation gain.

A easy-rated loop in Mount Pocono, running 1.1 miles with about 114 ft of elevation gain. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A easy-rated out-and-back route in Pocono Lake, running 2.4 miles with about 203 ft of elevation gain.

A easy-rated loop in Maple Tract Preserve, running 1.9 miles with about 55 ft of elevation gain.

A moderate-rated out-and-back route in State Game Lands Number 221, running 3.1 miles with about 364 ft of elevation gain.

A moderate-rated out-and-back route in State Game Lands Number 221, running 6 miles with about 948 ft of elevation gain.

A moderate-rated loop in Pinchot State Forest, running 8.6 miles with about 469 ft of elevation gain. Part of the Pinchot Trail system near Thornhurst/Gouldsboro. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A moderate-rated loop in Pinchot State Forest, running 8.8 miles with about 492 ft of elevation gain. Part of the Pinchot Trail system near Thornhurst/Gouldsboro. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A moderate-rated loop in Pinchot State Forest, running 13.4 miles with about 830 ft of elevation gain. Part of the Pinchot Trail system near Thornhurst/Gouldsboro.

A difficult-rated loop in Pinchot State Forest, running 22.2 miles with about 1624 ft of elevation gain. Part of the Pinchot Trail system near Thornhurst/Gouldsboro.

A moderate-rated loop in Pinchot State Forest, running 9.6 miles with about 849 ft of elevation gain. Part of the Pinchot Trail system near Thornhurst/Gouldsboro.

A easy-rated loop in Hickory Run State Park, running 3.8 miles with about 223 ft of elevation gain.

A moderate-rated out-and-back route in State Game Lands Number 221, running 2.3 miles with about 344 ft of elevation gain. Consistently well-rated by AllTrails hikers.

A easy-rated loop in Hauser Nature Center, running 1.9 miles with about 32 ft of elevation gain.

A easy-rated loop in Dixon Miller Recreation Area, running 2.5 miles with about 393 ft of elevation gain.

Camelback Mountain Adventures

Adventure Park Seasonal (Spring–Fall)

A mountainside adventure park at Camelback Resort featuring aerial ropes courses, zip lines, and the Downhill Mountain Coaster, with rides suited to both thrill-seekers and first-timers. The Downhill Mountain Coaster, a self-controlled sled-style ride down the mountainside, is the single most popular attraction and works for a wide age range, while the aerial courses scale up from beginner platforms to genuinely challenging high-ropes routes. It's an easy half-day stop for a group with mixed appetites for adrenaline, since guests can pick and choose which attractions to try.

Kalahari Resorts Indoor Waterpark

Waterpark Year-Round (Indoor)

America's largest indoor waterpark resort, with an Africa-themed water park, family entertainment center, and convention space, open regardless of season or weather. The indoor setting makes it a genuine year-round option — a rainy or snowy day doesn't cancel a water park visit here the way it would elsewhere — and the attached entertainment center offers arcade games, mini golf, and other activities beyond the water park itself for a full day indoors. It's a particularly useful backup plan for a winter trip that wants one guaranteed indoor activity day.

Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark

Waterpark Seasonal (Memorial Day–Labor Day)

Pennsylvania's largest outdoor water park, with more than 30 slides, a wave pool, and a lazy river spread across 26 acres at the base of Camelback Mountain. The scale here is the draw — enough slides and attractions that a family or group could spend a full day without repeating a ride — and the wave pool and lazy river offer a lower-key option for guests who'd rather relax than chase thrills. It gets genuinely busy on peak summer weekends, so an early arrival helps secure a good spot to set up for the day.

Mount Airy Casino Resort

Casino & Entertainment Year-Round

A full-scale casino resort with table games, slots, a spa, and a concert venue that regularly hosts national touring acts — a change of pace from the region's outdoor-focused attractions. Beyond the gaming floor, the resort's spa and dining options make it a reasonable half-day stop even for guests who don't gamble, and the concert calendar is worth checking ahead of a trip in case a touring act lines up with the visit. It's one of the few genuinely indoor, adults-oriented options in the region.

Pocono Raceway

Motorsports Seasonal (Race Weekends, May–July)

A 2.5-mile tri-oval known as "The Tricky Triangle," hosting NASCAR Cup Series race weekends each summer alongside track tours and driving experiences on off-weekends. The track's unusual asymmetric layout, with three distinct turns of different radii and banking, is part of what makes it a favorite among drivers and fans alike, and race weekends bring a full festival atmosphere with camping, vendors, and concerts alongside the racing itself. Off-season track tours and ride-along experiences let non-race-weekend visitors get a taste of the track at speed.

Pocono ATVs at Memorytown

Outdoor Recreation Seasonal (Spring–Fall)

A 200-acre guided ATV and UTV off-roading park through wooded Pocono trails, with a full safety briefing and fitted helmet before every tour — open to first-timers as well as experienced riders. Guided tours mean no prior off-roading experience is required, and the mix of trail terrain keeps things interesting without requiring expert-level handling. Multi-passenger UTV options make it accessible to guests who'd rather ride along than drive, which helps when a group has a range of comfort levels with off-road vehicles.

Daisy Field Farm Horseback Riding

Horseback Riding Year-Round (Sleigh Rides Winter Only)

A family-owned working farm outside White Haven offering guided trail rides across its wooded and open acreage, with routes that pass a sunflower field and range from short scenic loops to longer guided rides. Beyond standard trail rides, the farm runs pony rides for younger visitors, carriage rides, and — once the snow arrives — horse-drawn sleigh rides, so it has an option across most of the year rather than being a single-season stop. Riders should plan ahead: the farm operates by appointment, and there's a minimum age of 8 and a maximum rider weight of 265 lbs.

Pegasus Skydive Center

Skydiving Seasonal (Spring–Fall)

Tandem skydiving over the Poconos from a Saylorsburg drop zone — a verified second option in the area, useful for groups who want a backup date if the primary drop zone books up. First-time jumpers go tandem with a certified instructor, with a freefall from altitude before a several-minute parachute descent back over the Pocono countryside. Weather and wind conditions can affect scheduling, so groups planning a jump around a specific date should build in some flexibility.

The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge

Adventure Park Year-Round

A treetop adventure course, paintball, archery tag, rock climbing, and skiing with lessons, open year round at Skytop Lodge.

Alvin's Offroad Playground

Outdoor Recreation

An off-road playground in Long Pond.

Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours

Outdoor Recreation

Guided outdoor adventure tours based in Long Pond.

FLY Axcess Group

Aerial Tour Year-Round

Private charter flights, air taxi, flight training, and air tours out of Pocono Mountain Regional Airport, available year-round.

Paradise Lavender Farm and Ross & Ross Nursery

Natural Attraction Seasonal

An interactive walk through an Enchanted Fairy Forest with cut-your-own lavender, a gift shop, and gazebo/tent rental for events.

Pocono Helitours

Aerial Tour

Helicopter tours based in Tobyhanna.

Gorilla Grove Treetop Adventures at Kalahari Resort

Adventure Park

A treetop adventure course at Kalahari Resort.

Lake Harmony Watersports

Water Sports

A watersports rental outfitter on Lake Harmony.

Outfitters at Skytop Lodge

Outdoor Recreation

A variety of outfitters at Skytop Lodge, including a shooting center.

Peaceful Woodlands Campground

Outdoor Recreation

Family-friendly wooded camping close to Pocono attractions. RV and tent sites, cabin rentals, heated pool.

Captain Joe's Fishing & Waterman Services

Fishing Guide Service

Guided fishing services on Lake Harmony.

Howlers Peak Ropes Course at Great Wolf Lodge

Adventure Park

A ropes course at Great Wolf Lodge in Scotrun.

Pocono Outdoor Adventure Paintball

Outdoor Recreation

A paintball facility in Long Pond.

Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area

Natural Attraction

A natural area in Blakeslee.

Precision Fly and Tackle - Evening Hatch

Fishing Guide Service

A fly fishing and tackle shop on Lake Harmony.

Pocono ATVs at Grange Valley

Outdoor Recreation

ATV rentals and tours in Mount Pocono.

Switchback UTV Tours

Outdoor Recreation

Guided UTV tours through scenic trails in Tannersville.

Naturfi

Outdoor Recreation

A biking outfitter in Scotrun.

Pocono Vacation Park

Outdoor Recreation

A campground in Stroudsburg.

Paradise Trout Preserve

Outdoor Recreation

A trout fishing preserve in Cresco.

Mountain Creek Riding Stable

Horseback Riding

A horseback riding stable in Cresco.

Paintball Asylum

Outdoor Recreation

Woodsball, speedball, and airsoft a mile from Camelback Resort, with gel blasters and a fully stocked pro-shop.

Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center

Natural Attraction

An environmental education center run by the Monroe County Conservation District.

Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm

Living History Farm Farmstead Dates to the 1760s

A 19th-century Pennsylvania German farmstead brought to life by costumed interpreters demonstrating period chores, crafts, and seasonal traditions, including the popular Harvest Festival each autumn. The original farm buildings house live demonstrations of period skills — spinning, blacksmithing, open-hearth cooking — rather than static exhibits, giving visitors a genuine sense of 19th-century rural Pennsylvania life. The Harvest Festival draws the biggest crowds of the year, but the regular seasonal programming makes it worth a visit any time the farm is open.

Cresco Station Museum

Museum

A former railroad station preserved as a museum in Cresco.

Monroe County Historical Association

Museum

The county historical association's headquarters and archives in Stroudsburg.

Pocono Heritage Center

Museum

A local heritage museum in Tannersville.

Stroudsburg Little Bethel Historical Association

Museum

A historical association preserving local African American history in Stroudsburg.

Women Veterans Museum

Museum

A museum dedicated to the history and service of women veterans, in Mount Pocono.

East Stroudsburg Railroad Tower Society

Monroe County Courthouse

Schisler Museum of Wildlife & Natural History and McMunn Planetarium

Resort

Three distinct nine-hole courses — Divide, Fairway, and Orchard — set across rolling Pocono terrain at Split Rock Resort, with sweeping mountain views from several elevated tees. Having three nines to mix and match gives golfers flexibility to play a quicker round or combine courses for a full 18 with varied scenery and difficulty. The resort setting also makes it easy to pair a round with other Split Rock amenities for a fuller day.

Municipal

A publicly owned course dating to the 1920s, valued locally for accessible green fees and a walkable, tree-lined layout through the Cherry Valley. Its municipal status keeps costs noticeably lower than the region's resort courses, without sacrificing much in terms of course quality — mature trees and a traditional layout make it a pleasant, unhurried round. It's a solid choice for a group that wants to golf without booking a premium resort tee time.

Championship

An 18-hole championship course carved into the mountainside at Jack Frost Mountain, known for dramatic elevation changes and holes routed through native rock outcroppings. The mountain terrain gives the course a genuinely distinctive character compared to typical Pocono golf — expect significant elevation shifts hole to hole and tee shots framed by exposed rock formations rather than flat fairways. It's considered one of the more challenging, memorable rounds in the region and tends to draw serious golfers willing to make the trip specifically for it.

Resort

An 18-hole course at Mount Airy Casino Resort, with modern conditioning and views over the surrounding Pocono ridgeline. As part of a full casino resort, it benefits from newer course maintenance and infrastructure compared to some of the region's older layouts, and pairing a round with the resort's other amenities — dining, the casino floor, the spa — makes it an easy fit for a group with mixed interests for the day.

Historic Resort

Golf at the historic Pocono Manor Inn dates back over a century, set on rolling grounds beside the resort's landmark stone lodge, with a classic parkland-style layout. The course's age shows in its layout — mature trees, a traditional routing, and a pace that rewards course management over raw distance — in keeping with the historic character of the surrounding resort grounds. It's a good fit for golfers who appreciate a classic, walkable design over a modern, engineered one.

Historic Resort

A golf club at the historic Buck Hill Falls community.

Historic Resort

An 18-hole course with 6,656 yards, enjoyable for the casual player and serious golfer alike. Advance tee times are encouraged.

Municipal

A country club and golf course in Tobyhanna.

The Crossings Premium Outlets

Outlet Mall

Over 100 designer and name-brand outlet stores set along a landscaped, walkable promenade just off I-80 — the region's largest shopping destination by far. The open-air layout makes for a genuinely pleasant few hours of browsing rather than a mall-fluorescent slog, with a mix of high-end designer outlets and everyday brands that suits almost any budget or shopping list. Its location right off the interstate also makes it an easy stop on the way in or out of the region rather than a dedicated day trip.

Olde Engine Works Marketplace

Antique Mall

A multi-vendor antique marketplace inside a former 19th-century engine works building, with dozens of dealers spread across several floors of vintage furniture, collectibles, and curiosities. The scale here — dozens of independent dealers under one industrial-era roof — makes it one of the more substantial antiquing stops in the region, well suited to a group willing to spend an hour or more working through multiple floors. The building's original industrial character is part of the charm, alongside whatever finds turn up.

Alpine Ski & Gift Shop

Artisan Marketplace

A ski and gift shop in Tannersville.

Pocono Mountain Provisions

Artisan Marketplace

A provisions shop in Pocono Lake.

American Ribbon

Artisan Marketplace

A ribbon and craft supply shop in Stroudsburg.

The Apple Tree

Artisan Marketplace

A clothing boutique on Main Street in Stroudsburg.

Callie's Candy Kitchen

Artisan Marketplace

A candy shop in Mountainhome.

The Candle Shoppe of the Poconos

Artisan Marketplace

A candle shop in Swiftwater.

Dunkelberger's Sports Outfitter

Artisan Marketplace

An outdoor and sporting goods outfitter on Main Street in Stroudsburg.

Fireworks Outlet - Mount Pocono

Artisan Marketplace

A fireworks outlet location in Pocono Summit.

Pocono Mountain Dairies

Farmers Market

A dairy farm and market in Blakeslee.

Fireworks Outlet/Pocono Fireworks

Artisan Marketplace

A fireworks outlet location in Tannersville.

Hrysek Farms

Farmers Market

A working farm in Stroudsburg.

Monroe Farmers Market

Farmers Market

The county farmers market at Courthouse Square in Stroudsburg.

Homegrown CBD

Artisan Marketplace

Organic cannabis and CBD products in Stroudsburg; no medical card required, must be 21+ for adult use products.

The Party Shack

Artisan Marketplace

A party supply shop in Tobyhanna.

Pocono Cheesecake Factory

Artisan Marketplace

A cheesecake bakery in Swiftwater.

Pocono Mountain Harley-Davidson

Artisan Marketplace

A Harley-Davidson dealership in Tannersville.

Pocono Soap

Artisan Marketplace

A handmade soap shop on 7th Street in Stroudsburg.

The Potting Shed

Artisan Marketplace

A garden and gift shop in Stroudsburg.

Andrei Art Gallery and Studio

Build-A-Bear at Kalahari

Gallery at 530 Main

Monroe County Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Odd-Lot Outlet - Tannersville Location

Pocono Premium Outlets

The Shoppes at Castle Inn

475 ft Vertical 10 Lifts

Pennsylvania's first commercial ski resort, Big Boulder is the more beginner-friendly half of the Jack Frost Big Boulder operation, with a compact 15-trail layout well suited to families and first-timers. The resort's history as the state's original commercial ski slope gives it a foundational role in Pennsylvania skiing, and its more compact, gentler terrain compared to sister resort Jack Frost makes it a natural choice for a family group with mixed skiing experience. Ten lifts keep wait times manageable even without the trail count of the region's larger resorts.

800 ft Vertical 16 Lifts

The Poconos' largest and most complete ski resort, with 39 trails across 166 skiable acres and an 800-foot vertical drop. A high-speed six-pack and detachable quad keep lift lines short even on the busiest weekends, and the trail mix leans heavily beginner and intermediate. Being the region's biggest and most fully built-out resort, it also comes with the most amenities — an adjacent adventure park, waterpark, and full resort village — making it a natural choice for a group that wants skiing plus other activities in one place.

475 ft Vertical 10 Lifts

Paired with Big Boulder under the same Vail-owned operation, Jack Frost skews toward intermediate and advanced terrain across 21 trails, with a summit elevation of 2,175 feet and a quieter, more spread-out feel than Camelback. The combination ticket with Big Boulder gives skiers access to two distinct trail systems and difficulty profiles on the same pass, and Jack Frost's generally smaller crowds make for a more relaxed day on the mountain than the region's busier resorts.

Mountain View Vineyard, Winery, Brewery & Distillery

Winery & Brewery

A rare all-in-one operation producing wine, craft beer, and spirits on the same Stroudsburg farm property, with a full restaurant, live music, and sweeping mountain views from the outdoor patio. Few venues in the region combine all three — wine, beer, and spirits — under one roof, which makes it a strong choice for a group with varied drink preferences who don't want to visit multiple stops. The full restaurant and regular live music turn it into a legitimate evening-out destination rather than just a tasting room.

Apple Pie Moonshine

Sorrenti Family Estate Winery

Winery

A family-run winery and distillery on a working Saylorsburg farm, with an on-site pizzeria, extensive tasting flights, and vineyard views that make it a popular stop on the Pocono wine trail. Being a working farm as well as a winery and distillery gives it a genuinely agricultural feel, with vineyard rows visible from the tasting room, and the combination of wine, spirits, and on-site pizza makes it easy to turn a quick tasting into a full afternoon. Extensive flight options make it a good stop for a group wanting to sample broadly before committing to bottles.

Barley Creek Brewing Company

Brewery

One of the Poconos' longest-running craft breweries, pairing house-brewed ales and lagers with a full restaurant menu in a rustic, family-friendly setting near Camelback. The brewery's tenure in the region gives it a well-established, reliably good lineup of house beers, and the full restaurant menu means it works as a complete meal stop rather than just a tasting. Its proximity to Camelback makes it a natural apres-ski or post-adventure-park stop for a group already in the area.

Pocono Brewing Company

Brewery

A Swiftwater taproom and restaurant brewing small-batch craft beer on-site, with a full kitchen menu and a patio that stays busy through the warmer months. The combination of on-site brewing and a genuine kitchen menu makes it a reasonable dinner stop as much as a beer destination, and the patio is a popular spot to linger on a warm evening. It's a solid, lower-key alternative to the region's bigger-name breweries.

Tolino Vineyards Stroudsburg

Winery

A Tolino Vineyards tasting room in downtown Stroudsburg.

RAW Urban Winery & Hard Cidery

Fall Downtown Mount Pocono

A family-friendly craft festival filling downtown Mount Pocono with local vendors, seasonal food, and community entertainment each fall. It's a smaller, more community-scaled event than some of the region's bigger festivals, with a genuine small-town feel and a manageable size that makes it easy to see the whole thing in an afternoon. The local craft vendor focus makes it a good stop for picking up handmade gifts or seasonal decor.

Monroe/Wayne County Est. 1958

A 2,800-acre park centered on the 250-acre Gouldsboro Lake, formed by glacial activity and later used for ice harvesting before becoming a state park in 1958. The rolling, wetland-dotted terrain supports deer, black bears, and a wide range of bird species alongside the lake's year-round bass and panfish. The no-motorized-boats rule on the lake keeps the park notably quiet compared to more developed destinations, and the wetland habitat throughout makes it one of the better parks in the region for serious birdwatching alongside its fishing and paddling. A boat launch accommodates canoes and kayaks, and the surrounding trail network connects several distinct habitat types in a relatively compact area, which is part of why the wildlife variety here tends to surprise first-time visitors expecting just another lake park.

Fishing · Boating · Hiking · Birdwatching

Monroe County Est. 1949

A 5,440-acre park built around the 170-acre Tobyhanna Lake, on land that served as a military training reservation through both World Wars before the Commonwealth took title in 1949. The lake's calm, no-wake water and sandy beach make it one of the most family-friendly swimming spots in the region. The park's military history is still visible in parts of its infrastructure and layout, a reminder of its use before becoming public recreation land, and the calm, no-wake water makes it one of the more relaxed lakes in the region for families with younger kids. Boat rentals, a swimming beach with lifeguards in season, and an extensive campground make it easy to spend a full day or a full weekend without leaving the park, and its central Monroe County location keeps it within easy reach of several nearby residences.

Hiking · Camping · Boating · Fishing · Swimming

Monroe County Est. 1954

A 1,305-acre park occupying the summit of Camelback Mountain, jointly maintained by PA DCNR and Camelback Ski Corporation. A 1.4-mile paved summit drive and 8.5 miles of hiking trails open sweeping views into New Jersey and New York alongside Pennsylvania — the park closes seasonally from early December through the first week of April. The paved summit drive makes the mountaintop views accessible even to guests who don't want to hike up, while the trail network rewards those who do with a genuinely different, quieter perspective on the same summit that hosts the busy ski resort below in winter. The shared arrangement with the ski corporation is unusual for a state park and means summer and fall visitors get the mountain almost to themselves, a striking contrast to the crowds the same slopes see once snow falls.

Hiking · Mountain Biking · Scenic Driving · Picnicking

Carbon/Luzerne County Est. 1980

A steep-walled, 32-mile river gorge following the Lehigh River from the Francis E. Walter Dam south to Jim Thorpe, carrying a heavy industrial history of coal-era canals and railroads whose stone ruins are still visible along the banks. The flat, converted rail-trail and the river itself make it the region's central corridor for whitewater rafting and long-distance biking. The gorge's dramatic, steep-walled terrain is a genuine visual standout in a region more defined by rolling hills than sheer drops, and the combination of a flat rail-trail alongside a genuine whitewater river gives it two very different ways to experience the same landscape. Multiple access points along its length mean a group can choose a short rail-trail stroll near Jim Thorpe or commit to a much longer point-to-point bike ride or raft trip, depending on how much of the day they want to spend in the gorge.

Whitewater Rafting · Biking · Hiking · Fishing