Location: Lake Harmony
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Lake Harmony is a reservoir in the Pocono Mountains. It enjoys four distinct seasons, which provide endless fun and a myriad of nature-filled activities that are fun for the whole family. The Pocono Mountains are famous not only for their natural scenic beauty, but for the variety of activities available to visitors. People staying near Lake Harmony can spend the day outdoors enjoying nature, and spend their evenings enjoying theater performances and concerts. Whether you are a hiker, biker, skier, snowboarder, botanist or water park lover, Lake Harmony promises a true Pennsylvania mountain experience. In winter, Jack Frost and Big Boulder Ski Mountains will likely be within five minutes of your accommodations, so you can ski the slopes, ride a snowmobile, or tube down the mountain. Adventurous visitors who want to try a truly unique winter sport can mush their own dogsled team. Enjoy the laurel blossoms, daffodils, and native plants exploding in this colorful natural canvas in the spring. Hit the antique shops, specialty stores, and outlet malls to search for bargains or a gift for that special someone at home. In the summer, you will be near many nature trails where you can walk, bike, or go on horseback through the mountains. Tee off at a championship golf course. Rent a canoe and float on the lake and enjoy the wooded scenery and the rushing waterfalls. If you’re traveling with kids, you will love taking them to the New Split Rock Water Park.
Restaurants in Lake Harmony
1. Pocono Raceway
Overall Ratings
4 based on 167 reviews
Reviewed By jjka2003 - ny
Went for the first time. We had a great experience. We were prepared with ear plugs and we brought coolers of food and drinks. We rented a seat back for our seats on the bleachers. Next year we will not rush to car after race and stay to BBQ and tailgate. Hours to get out of parking lot.
2. Stock Car Racing Experience
Overall Ratings
5 based on 66 reviews
For the past 18 years StockCar Racing Experience has been the premier driving experience at Pocono Raceway, located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of northeast PA within a 2 Hour drive of Philadelphia and New York City. All of our experiences are run in a way that just about anyone can participate. Most of our participants are adults but if you're looking for a gift for teens older than 14 years of age don't worry, they can participate in our StockCar Ride experiences and Team ProKart Racing. We provide all the necessary training and safety gear. Once we have prepared you for your experience, you will get to drive one of our meticulously prepared racing machines. Our experiences include: StockCar Ride and Drive Experiences (on the 2.5 Mile Super Speedway) Drive a ProKart (on a 3/4 mile race track within Pocono Raceway) Bring Your Own Car Experience (on the 2.5 Mile Super Speedway) Exotic Driving Experience (on a 1 mile road course within Pocono Raceway) Custom Corporate And Group Events In the past 18 years we have completed more than 2.5 million participant miles around Pocono Raceway with a 100% safety record. Our season of events runs between May and October. There are approximately 35 days to choose from. We hope to see you soon in a racing suit at Pocono Raceway.
Reviewed By Linda B - East Stroudsburg
We had a great time. My husband loved it. It was really cool to watch. Everybody was really nice, he is definitely going to do it again!
3. Skirmish USA
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Jasev01 - NYC
I go a few times a year. Went last Sunday and still fun. It is like real live call of duty. Always better if you bring you own big group and book ahead so you get the free paint balls (250 maybe). pro tip the balls are where they are making their money. My buddy and I did the math and I think if I remember it is about $0.19 every time you shoot so keep that in mind. At the end people like to just go shoot off all the extra balls and we are shaping out head. people will buy that from you not only people there who come back put people on ebay craiglist where ever. In the same vein you can buy SKIRMISH paint from there. You are not allowed to use anyone else's or any other type of paint on their fields. As I said this is where they make their money.
Aside from that the experience is just a fun day of bonding and hanging out. Again if you want the protip to be economical, bring a cooler with water or whatever you want no alcohol. The vendors there get you. $3.50 for a snow cone, I think $4 a very basic burger, maybe $3 for a hotdog, $5 for a grilled chicken burger. Water etc is not much better.
How it works, you sign your waivers, and then check in. You are given the basics and are allowed to pay for upgrades. Personally I think the chest protector is an epic waste. Do paintballs hurt, no not really. It depends on your definition. Maybe at worse like a rubberband snap and when its to more sensitive spots its worse (say you exposed skin) but if you are wear a regular loose shirt you will be fine because most shots are not direct. We played civil war and I took one to the chest and that stung but its fine. i got hit in the arm a few times and I didn't feel it or know until i saw the marks, Yes they can leave a bruise for a bit. looking at my arm now a few bruise are still there for hitting skin but not pain just a mark a badge of honor if you will.
You can also buy fatigues which maybe helpful for camo and not getting your own clothes dirty especially if you traveled in you car and didn't bring other clothes and are sensitive. The paint wipes right off and degrades in water so it washes right off.
You buy paint in the front too. Buy what you need /want for te day because otherwise its a long walk. How much is a sensitive question and depends on your play type marker etc. I tend to be more conservative one shot one kill so I've used less than 500 in a full day but others with speed ball gun go ham and used a case (2000). I would say on average 500-700 is fair.1000 is not uncalled for but you might end up wasting them in the end. Protip, protect your balls. Keep the cases, hopper and pods closed tight. Wen you are running if it pops open you will lose a lot of balls and hence a lot of money. You can't really pick them up because they can jam you gun if they are dirty. I think the 2000 is about $100 + 6% pa tax so 106, and $33+ tax for 500. Again this is on you. The more you buy the bigger the discount. there is no reason not to but a bunch if you are coming back anytime in the future although paint degrades if not stored well. IMHO, you can be fine with 500 especially in a Tippman 98 rental for a day if you don't go crazy. Sunday 16 of us i think used 3 or 4 days so 6000 or 8000 I forget and these were people with speed ball guns and a lot of wasting. that lasted us 10 am until closing at 5. At the end ammo was a bit scarce yes but again that were was a lot of waste. Protip if you bring 10 people get the group party deals where you get a free gun as the leader or a free case of paint if you are being kind to all. With that and reserving ahead of time you get the free paint 250 maybe plus a case is 2000 divide 10 that is 450 per person. That is a bit tight but if everyone throws in another 10 or so you can get a second case and not you are at 650 which is not bad or if you get two its not 850 and you are solid
After that you will get a safety briefing and be grouped into teams if you are in a big group. You get tape around the arm to know who is who. if its free play you will get that a bit later. You walk to the staging area where you pick up you rentals, mask gun(marker). You fill up the tank and are set. There are lockers (bring your own lock) and a picnic area people to help fix your markers if you bring your own, a place to chrono, a proshop and the food mentioned before. From there you are taken in your groups to the fields with a ref and its on. Definitely a good time and great exercise. place war hero without the danger. If you can ask to play on cargo. that gets intense.
4. Rt 940 Golf n' Fun
Overall Ratings
4 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Felicia S - Levittown, Pennsylvania
My daughter's and I played bumper cars which was a very very small area, was pretty bad since we couldn't go far. Golf was awesome although it became crowded and we were rushed by the people behind us. Arcade was OK, very small to navigate and we got ripped off by 2 machines and no one was around to help. Got 2 milkshakes from the ice cream place that literally taste like chocolate milk. All in all, it was entertaining for my kids just not good quality .
5. Hawks Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By chris2114 - Surabaya, Indonesia
Nice hike for the family. There are multiple ways to get to the falls. You can follow the path for a long and easy walk or take one of the the side, unofficial trails for more of a climbing adventure. Watch your step after it rains as the path and rocks are slippery when wet.
6. Pocono Bike Rental
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 275 reviews
Pocono Bike Rental is centrally located in the heart of the Poconos, the historic timber and coal industry town of White Haven, PA. Nestled right between the newly minted D&L Black Diamond Rail Trail (10 miles) and the nationally recognized as a must see while in PA, the Lehigh Gorge Rail Trail System (26 miles). Either from a mountain biker’s (36+ miles) or a whitewater rafter’s prospective (Class 3+), it is THE PLACE to be for outdoor adventure enthusiasts! Mountain biking in the world famous Lehigh Gorge is truly like no other biking experience! Imagine yourself; comfortably riding a finely tuned bicycle over a PA State maintained former railroad bed, inside a green canopy of thousands of acres of untouched nature as mother earth intended for you to enjoy! The riding temperature inside the 1000′ walls of the Lehigh Gorge under the canopy of trees is cooler and less exposed to direct sunlight, therefore more fun!
Reviewed By tribemembers - Barto, Pennsylvania
My spouse and I booked in for the yoga and bike experience but due to circumstances beyond control, the original date was not available after booking. Tom, the owner, was quick to communicate and offered extremely flexible options to rebook.
We chose to ride from White Haven to Jim Thorpe on comfort bikes as we were not available on the new yoga dates. Tom was right on time and helpful with directions when I got lost trying to find the trailhead. He provided us with great bikes and everything we needed to enjoy the day.
The ride itself was scenic and easy— very enjoyable.
Tom was waiting for us in Jim Thorpe to shuttle us back to White Haven and we ended the day with an interesting conversation on local issues and plans to improve the tourist experience in this beautiful area.
Thanks for a great day, Tom. Looking forward to biking and to yoga next year!
7. Hickory Run State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 345 reviews
Reviewed By gcbuilds - West Chester, Pennsylvania
I like boulder field. It’s a cool geological feature that’s worth the visit. You can hike up to it on a trail or drive up to it within a 50 ft walk.
You can walk on the boulders and read about how they were formed. It’s a must stop for Hickory Run state park.
8. Austin T Blakeslee Natural Area
Overall Ratings
5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By LauriePortchester - Portchester
Stunning, absolutely beautiful. We found this place completely by accident, so glad we did. We come up here every year and it's great to find new hidden gems. Spent the day fishing and exploring. Didn't catch anything, really not even any nibbles but still a beautiful day. Brought our lunch and ate at the falls. Didn't do the whole trail that we'll do next year. You have to check this place out. Watch your step though, almost stepped in a snake.....looked like maybe a copperhead. He was more afraid of me though. Awesome day!
9. Yeti WaterSports
Overall Ratings
5 based on 27 reviews
Welcome to Yeti WaterSports the Premier location in the Poconos for your water sport activities. Whether you're looking for action and excitement or a relaxing day on the water, we have it all for you. Tubing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle boarding, Canoes, Row Boats, Pedal Boat Rentals or take a leisurely cruise enjoying a tour around the natural beauty of Lake Harmony.
Reviewed By Tori G
Yeti WaterSports made the lake way more entertaining than it would have been. We went on the cruise and it was a nice tour with lots of information about the area and some helpful tips from Captain Fabian. Then I went kayaking a bit later in the week and went out for a solid hour. It was a great time.
10. Jack Frost Mountain Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 123 reviews
Located in the heart of the Pocono Mountains, this year-round resort offers a variety of winter ski facilities and summer recreation for all ages and skill levels.
Reviewed By Alena V
Nice small mountain to go and ski at.
I was there for a Race but that doesn't make any difference. The Moutain is small 600' vertical with 2000' summit elevation. There are several trails mostly Intermediate and Difficult trails as well as multiple terrain parks though most of them are. We've arrived early, like before the mountain opens, one of the parking lots was closed for a Subaru event, but that didn't stop us. The sitting area at the top lodge is scarce on the weekends there is a restaurant and the bar (noone under 21 admitted). Because we were there for a race we just occupied 1 table for the team and used that as a base of operations.
The course according to my son wasn't that difficult but with warm temperatures, which seemed odd that at higher elevation we would have higher temp then at lower elevations but there it was and 100 skiers in the ruts on the slalom course were pretty deep. But kids still had fun and so did the adults. Other runs on the mountain were open and we took full advantage.
I think it would also benefit from night skiing.
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