- Hiking
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Eagle Watching
- Horseback Riding
- Entertainment
- Escape Rooms
- Pocono Beverage Trail
- Shopping
Hiking
1. Hiking
Go on a winter hike! With over 126 trails all over the region, there are plenty of options, whether you prefer to climb to the heights or venture into the forests. With or without snow, the bare winter landscape has a unique beauty of its own. Get out of the house and bundle up for a rejuvenating walk.
Trails are open year-round at the Pocono Environmental Education Center. Encompassing 70,000 acres, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area has lots of paths to explore, including a portion of the famed Appalachian Trail crossing Mount Minsi. The Poconos is home to hikes ranging from easy to extreme. While Bushkill Falls is closed December through March, you can catch an icy winter waterfall along hiking trails at Raymondskill Falls and Dingmans Falls.
Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area - Hiking
Explore the Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area! Located just off Route 115 near Blakeslee, the Austin…
Beltzville State Park - Hiking
Get out and explore the hiking trails at Beltzville State Park. Beltzville State Park features 15…
Browning Beaver Meadow
Browning Beaver Meadow is the best-kept secret only 25 minutes north of Honesdale, PA. This…
Browns Hill Preserve - Hiking
Browns Hill Preserve is an easy trail on old woods road. The preserve sits high on the ridge that…
Bushkill Falls - Hiking
Discover your next adventure! As you hike the trails or walk the grounds of Bushkill Falls, you'll…
Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge - Hiking
Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge was established in December 2008 for the conservation of…
Cliff Trail
The Cliff Trail offers some of the most spectacular overlook views in the recreation area. See the…
Cresco Heights - Hiking
Take a hike toward a new point of view! The trail is out and back, about three miles. It is…
Stop and stroll along the scenic D&L Trail as it traverses through the Delaware & Lehigh National…
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - Hiking
Hike to scenic overlooks, waterfalls and river views in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation…
Edge of the Woods Outfitters - Hiking
Providing guests of all ability levels with outdoor adventures they will remember forever…
ForEvergreen Nature Preserve - Hiking
ForEvergreen Nature Preserves one-mile loop trail is smooth gravel with very slight inclines. Mowed…
Hickory Run State Park - Hiking
Hickory Run Sate Park encompasses 44 miles of scenic hiking trails. Trails range in distance and…
Ice Lake - Hiking
Ice Lake is a little jewel of a preserve in Barrett Township. The trail is centered around Ice Lake…
Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center - Hiking
A hike at the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center which provides hands-on and interpretive…
The Kidder Hike & Bike Trail is open for exploration! Opened in the fall of 2019, the Kidder Hike &…
Kurmes Paradise Creek Nature Preserve - Hiking
The Kurmes Preserve is a 400-acre property in Cresco, PA that is divided into two sections, each…
Lacawac Sanctuary - Hiking
Hike and reconnect to nature! Lacawac Sanctuary is a 550-acre nature and environmental education…
Lehigh Gap Nature Center
The Lehigh Gap Wildlife Refuge consists of over 750 acres of varied habitat. The trail system…
Lehigh Gorge State Park - Hiking
Take a leisurely stroll or a challenging hike through the Lehigh Gorge State Park! The park features…
Cross-Country Skiing
2. Cross-Country Skiing
We said off the slopes, and we meant it! Experience a classic variation on the popular downhill winter sport with cross-country skiing.
Snow conditions permitting, bring your skis and glide over the snow-covered landscape on trails in Pocono Mountains parks like Lehigh Gorge State Park, Hickory Run State Park and Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center.
Beltzville State Park - Cross Country Skiing
Beltzville State Park is home to many open fields and nine miles of trails that are suitable for…
Delaware State Forest - Cross-Country Skiing
Cross-country skiing can be done on any trail, road or forest land when weather and conditions…
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - Cross Country Skiing
Enjoy cross-country skiing in nature's own playground. Cross-country skiing is permitted on the…
Gouldsboro State Park - Cross Country Skiing
See the wintry sights on skis. Hiking trails can be cross-country skied with adequate snow. The Old…
Hickory Run State Park - Cross Country Skiing
Get out and get your heart pumping this winter! The 15,990-acre Hickory Run State Park offers 14…
Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center - Cross Country Skiing
Grab a pair of skis and enjoy cross-country skiing at Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center!…
Lehigh Gorge State Park - Cross Country Skiing
Visitors enjoy cross-country skiing at Lehigh Gorge State Park. As conditions permit, the Lehigh…
Mauch Chunk Lake Park - Cross Country Skiing
Break out your skis at this beautiful park in the Pocono Mountains! Weather permitting…
Promised Land State Park - Cross Country Skiing
Cross-country skiing is permitted on all trails in Promised Land State Park. Bruce Lake Natural Area…
Tobyhanna State Park - Cross Country Skiing
Set out on skis and explore Tobyhanna State Park! The Lakeside Trail is 5.1 miles. This improved…
Eagle Watching
3. Eagle Watching
Another popular wintertime activity in the Poconos is eagle watching. Bald eagles migrate to the region during the winter months to enjoy the eco-friendly habitat of our pristine lakes and rivers.
The Delaware and Lackawaxen Rivers offer abundant clean water and undisturbed land, making them popular spots for eagles to nest and roost. Take advantage of special offers with The Settlers Inn, Ledges Hotel, or Silver Birches Resort to join an eagle watching excursion with Delaware Highlands Conservancy. You only have a few months to catch a glimpse of these majestic creatures: bald eagle watching takes flight now through March.
Eagle Watching
Bald eagle watching is a very popular winter activity in the Pocono Mountains.
Horseback Riding
4. Horseback Riding
Saddle up for a memorable winter horseback ride throughout the scenic Poconos Mountains. If you've never been on a mount before, no worries! Local stables welcome beginners, offering guided rides through beautiful fields and forests.
Enjoy a peaceful canter through the wintry landscape at Bushkill Riding Stables, Daisy Field Farm, Happy Trails Stables or Mountain Creek Riding Stable. When snow covers the ground, some stables also offer sleigh rides!
Bushkill Riding Stables
Bushkill Riding Stables offers winter trail rides. Set off into the snow-covered woods around…
Daisy Field Farm
Enjoy a snow-covered trail ride at Daisy Field Farm. Families, small groups and beginners can take…
Happy Trails Stables
Take a one or two hour trail ride by horseback over snow covered trails or sit back and relax and…
Mountain Creek Riding Stable
Beginner-friendly Mountain Creek Riding Stable is open year-round. Bundle up and explore their…
Entertainment
5. Entertainment
There's no shortage of good times in the Pocono Mountains with a fantastic lineup of live performances and great entertainment. Whether you want a taste of casino nightlife, or you'd prefer to relax to good music and drinks during a local happy hour, you'll find your niche any night of the week.
Experience some of the best shows from your favorite bands at Sherman Theater or Penn's Peak. Catch weekly Thursday night jazz at or attend a comedy night at .
Community Concert Series
- 07/23/2024 - 12/24/2024
Join The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort for their Community Concert Series. Concerts feature different…
Trivia Tuesdays at Blue Mountain Resort
- 07/23/2024 - 07/14/2026
Test your knowledge! Open to all ages, must be 21 to drink. Prizes include first place $50 gift…
Tuesdays on the Terrace with Live Jazz and Casual Dining
- 07/23/2024 - 08/27/2024
Enjoy live Jazz music every Tuesday this summer starting June 25 through August 27, while savoring…
Green River - A Tribute to CCR and John Fogerty
- 07/24/2024
The #1 nationally touring Creedence Clearwater Revival/John Fogerty Tribute Show is the brainchild…
Live Music at Double Cut
- 07/24/2024 - 08/30/2024
It’s double the fun at Double Cut Steakhouse inside Kalahari Resorts & Conventions. Now…
Music at the Moor
- 07/24/2024 - 09/04/2024
Join the Stroudsmoor Country Inn every Wednesday evening for Music at the Moor. Enjoy excellent…
- 07/24/2024 - 12/30/2024
Stop by the Gem and Keystone Tavern every Monday and Wednesday night from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and enjoy…
- 07/24/2024 - 07/15/2026
Come out of hibernation and join Slopeside Pub & Grill every Wednesday for Poutine, Pints, and…
Concerts in the Square
- 07/25/2024 - 08/22/2024
Spend the night listening to music and enjoying beautiful downtown Stroudsburg. June 27: Hannah Noel…
- 07/25/2024 - 07/16/2026
Stop by Here and Now Brewing Company for Jazz Night. Musical guests appear weekly and each week…
Escape Rooms
6. Escape Rooms
Spend a day indoors and put your critical thinking skills to the test in an escape room. Follow a series of themed clues to try and solve a puzzling mystery in just 60 minutes.
Grab your gang to unravel the clues at Klues Escape Room. Choose one of four escape rooms, each offering a unique, themed, interactive challenge! Put your teamwork and communication skills to the test at Jokers Are Wild Game Cafe, where you can also enjoy classic board games and card games.
Big Screen Escapes: Mount Pocono
Lights, Camera...Escape! Big Screen Escapes: Mount Pocono offers a movie set feeling with fun…
Big Screen Escapes: Tannersville
Oops, they did it again! Looking for a fun night day/night out! Big Screen Escapes: Tannersville…
Escape Rooms at Kalahari
Can you escape the Wrath of Anubis or Planet Obscura? Check out both escape rooms at Kalahari…
Jokers Are Wild Game Cafe
Jokers Are Wild Game Cafe is a place you can go to enjoy various board games, collectible card games…
Klues Escape Room
Klues Escape Room is a truly unique experience for family, friends, or co-workers! Work together to…
Trap Door Escape Room
Welcome to the most wonderful place on earth. Wonderland Madhouse is a family entertainment center…
Wonderland Madhouse
Embark on an enchanting adventure to the most WONDERFUL place on earth. Wonderland Madhouse is a…
Wonderland on Broadway
Welcome to an immersive Alice in Wonderland experience located in historic Jim Thorpe, PA…
Pocono Beverage Trail
7. Pocono Beverage Trail
Quench your thirst this winter at area wineries, breweries and distilleries. Whatever your libation preference, the Poconos has vintages, brews and spirits to satisfy along the Pocono Beverage Trail. With the free Pocono Beverage Trail Digital Passport, you can check in at locations to earn points and access discounts!
Sample sangrias and wine slushies at the Radical Wine Company or find the perfect charcuterie and vintage pairing at . Microbreweries are located across the region, each bringing delicious flavors to the area. Discover 16 craft beers on tap at Bovino's Brewery or take in the ambience at the Runaway Train Brewery. If spirits are more your thing, grab a signature co*cktail at Mountain View Distillery or Nomad Distilling Co. As always, drink responsibly.
Pocono Beverage Trail
The Pocono Beverage Trail is a craft beverage lover's dream. It's a beer trail, a wine…
Shopping
8. Shopping
Take a stroll down Main Street in our area's historic small towns to find one-of-a-kind shopping! Discover hand-made treasures are local craft shops or hunt for bargains at an outlet store. Here in Pennsylvania, there is no sales tax on clothing, so you can shop until you drop! Choose a new outfit at The Apple Tree in Stroudsburg or Wallflower in Honesdale, browse collectibles at Country Kettle, stock up on specialty snacks and souvenirs at Pocono Mountain Provisions, or stroll through the eclectic boutiques at the Hawley Silk Mill.
The Apple Tree
A Pocono Destination Boutique specializing in personal service and styling. The Apple Tree team of…
Wallflower
Wallflower is a destination shopping experience with 4000 square feet of unique merchandise…
Country Kettle
Established in 1986 our unique retail store features candy, candles, collectibles and crafts…
Pocono Mountain Provisions
Pocono Mountain Provisions is a unique general store with a Poconos flavor, carrying a range of…
Hawley Silk Mill
Explore the shops at the Hawley Silk Mill. The ground floor of the landmark Hawley Silk Mill houses…
Hop in the car and get ready for an amazing day trip to the Poconos this season or add more fun to your itinerary and plan a longer winter escape! Find winter places to stay and save on accommodations with special offers. Discover exciting events happening during your stay as well.
Check out all the snow activities and adventures waiting for you in the Pocono Mountains, and keep and eye on area snow conditions with our live cameras for immediate weather updates. See you in the Poconos!
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