Outdoor adventures are calling in the Pocono Mountains! Try out these 10 activities for some fresh-air fun.
Hawley, PA
Soarin’ Eagle’s railbiking tours allow you to pedal down the historic railroad. Departing from the Hawley Train Station, these family-friendly trips are six miles round-trip. You’ll enjoy peaceful forest views and chances to see wildlife along the way.
Bushkill, PA
The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area encompasses over 150 miles of hiking trails. Don’t miss Raymondskill Falls, Pennsylvania’s tallest waterfall. The McDade Trail is another popular route with over 30 miles for hiking and biking.
Blakeslee, PA
Hit the road in a Polaris Slingshot. With 180 horsepower, the Slingshot can go from 0 to 60 in about 5 seconds. The open-air cockpit offers 360-degree views for sightseeing as you cruise around NEPA attractions like Jim Thorpe and countless Pocono lakes.
Albrightsville, PA
Skirmish Paintball is the largest paintball facility in the world at 750 acres. They boast over 50 maps, including 2 castles. Explore the forests, fields, village, forts and more as you battle it out with friends.
Weatherly, PA
Whitewater Challengers offers rafting trips on the scenic Lehigh River. On dam release weekends, you’ll encounter thrilling Class II and Class III rapids. Trips run from April through mid-October.
Jim Thorpe & White Haven, PA
Pocono Biking offers bike rentals right alongside the 25-mile Lehigh Gorge Trail. A gentle downgrade makes it an easy, relaxing ride. Along the way, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the river, waterfalls and mountains.
Greentown, PA
Promised Land State Park and the surrounding Delaware State Forest contain over 50 miles of hiking trails. Take the Little Falls Trail for beautiful streamside views. During the summer, cool off at the park’s two sand beaches.
Jim Thorpe, PA
Mauch Chunk Lake Park offers five hiking and biking trails to explore. For the best views, hike out to the dam. In the summer, the sand beach is the perfect spot to swim and relax.
Hawley, PA
Lake Wallenpaupack is NEPA’s largest lake at 5,700 acres. The Wallenpaupack Lake Trail offers views along the shore, while local marinas rent out boats, jet skis, kayaks and tubes.
Shawnee on Delaware, PA
A stay at Shawnee Inn includes outdoor activities like river trips, guided hikes, yoga and more. Stay in style in the glamping tents, which have modern amenities, comfy beds and WiFi. When the sun goes down, relax by the campfire and make s’mores.
