Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Pocono Mountains Region, Pocono Mountains Region

November 18, 2021 Merry Kessler

A green canvas of wooded hills and valleys, this region is a recreation haven in the summer for fishing, hunting, mountain hiking, horseback riding and whitewater rafting as well as a popular winter sports destination. When you add in casino gaming, a major racetrack and phenomenal golf courses, the Pocono Mountains region appeals to, well, just about everybody.

For the outdoors enthusiast, the Pocono Mountains have everything you need and desire. There are seven state parks in the region as well as one national park, the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Automobile racing fans love to visit the Pocono Raceway, which hosts several major races every year. Skiers and snowboarders gravitate to major resort areas like Camelback Ski Area, Jack Frost Mountain and Big Boulder and the Shawnee Mountain Ski area. For golfers, the Pocono Mountains features courses designed by legendary icons like Donald Ross and A.W. Tillinghast and modern designers such as Jack Nicklaus and Robert Trent Jones. There are 35 courses in the region highlighted by two of the highest rated, Jack Frost National and Woodloch Springs.


Restaurants in Pocono Mountains Region

1. Filingo Fly Fishing

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Filingo Fly Fishing

FilingoFlyFishing is a company based upon teaching people all aspects of the wonderful art of fly fishing. Anglers have the option of creeping through the woods to try and catch beautiful brook trout, or relaxing as they float down the amazing Delaware River system in pursuit of large, wild brown and rainbow trout. There is so much amazing water in the Northeast United States. Lets explore!

2. Sky's The Limit Skydiving Center

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Sky's The Limit Skydiving Center

We go out of our way to make your tandem skydive or fun jump the best it can possibly be. You may wonder why everyone is smiling at Sky's the Limit after their tandem skydive. It's no secret, tandem skydiving is a thrill that has to be experienced to be believed! For the past 20 years, Sky's The Limit has catered too all skydivers needs. We offer top class services with professional USPA rated Instructors, State of the Art Equipment, (Ram Air Parachutes, Automatic Activation Devices) and we own the biggest fastest Aircraft in the Northeast. STL prides itself with being a USPA Group member for almost 20 years and our owner being a fully rated Pilot with more than 30 years in the sport, over 13,000 skydives, and he is also a US Nationals medalist. With his experience and knowledge STL focuses on your complete experience not only your skydive, but your overall time with our family at STL. Bring your friends and enjoy your day in the Pocono's. We have an area for spectators where friends and family can watch, as well as take pictures and videos of tandems and fun jumpers in the air and landing. Sky's the Limit also provides a beautiful picnic area for summer barbeques. Come on out and do a tandem skydive or make some fun jumps at Sky's the Limit today and see for yourself!

3. Daisy Field Farm

542 Oley Valley Rd, White Haven, PA 18661-3034 +1 570-839-0925 http://www.daisyfieldfarm.com/
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Daisy Field Farm

Daisy Field Farm offers horseback riding, trail rides, pony rides and winter sleigh rides. Located in the Poconos, you'll enjoy fresh mountain air and beautiful scenery during your stay. Hunting is not allowed on the property so the animals are trusting of us and our horses. You can see wild deer, turkeys and other animals close up during your ride. Our rides are perfect for people of all ages. Rides are by appointment only.

Reviewed By heatherdG558HZ

We pulled up to this farm and saw many stunning animals. The most stunning, however, was the horse that they brought out for me to ride. This scenic trail ride was picture perfect. The lead rider always was checking on the riders throughout the ride. The horses were very well taken care of and very mild mannered. This was by far, the best and my favorite trail and horse that I ever rode. Thank yo u for a wonderful summer afternoon with very nice people, and thank you to the owner who takes such great care of the animals.

4. Austin T Blakeslee Natural Area

Route 115, Blakeslee, PA
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Austin T Blakeslee Natural Area

Reviewed By chrisdV5261HT

Scenic views and some nice easy going hiking, definitely recommend stopping by! Went with some family and friends, spend a good portion of the afternoon at the park. Ate some lunch on the river rocks, seems like a pretty clean park overall as well.

5. Bushkill Falls

Bushkill, PA 18324
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Bushkill Falls

Bushkill Falls, a series of eight cascading waterfalls, is one of the state’s most popular outdoor destinations. Nestled in the Pocono Mountains, the Falls – known as the Niagara of Pennsylvania –are a favorite of hikers, fishermen, birdwatchers and all those who treasure the nature’s beauty. Closed November - Mid -April. Opening for the 2020 season on April 2, 2020.

Reviewed By SanjayB101 - Vadodara, India

Another adventurous activity , green forest hike with beautiful fall .which is in state of Pennsylvania on Pocono mountain Uplands. It is Bushkill Falls opened for public in 1904 .A stream from Rocky Mountain turns in to 100 ft deep scenic water fall. Though it is named as Niagara of Pennsylvania. but it is not so u can not compare it with a large gorgeous Niagara fall. But it has its own beauty. A small river turning in to a big water fall covered by green deep forest and rocky hill/mountain. Four trails developed for hike trail lovers-Green trail (easy one) yellow trail ( for family with children) blue & red trail some what longer , runs from 1 hour to 2.30 hours and in forest, mountains , ups & downs. Systematically made, developed and maintained considering safety of hikers/ viewers. If you are exhausted after a hike then outside trail you have snacks & ice creams, fudge and funnel cakes to satisfy hike of your stomach????. Clean Rest rooms r there and large place for parking. Really exotic place to visit.

6. Pocono Environmental Education Center

538 Emery Rd, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328-9427 +1 570-828-2319 [email protected] http://www.peec.org
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Pocono Environmental Education Center

Learn Naturally! The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) is the perfect place for learning, exploring, getting away, and connecting. With 6 hiking trails, weekend educational programs, and summer camp, PEEC is a great place for nature lovers of all ages, families, friends, photographers, youth and adult groups, scouts, students, and teachers. An independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, PEEC is the education partner of the National Park Service in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. PEEC's mission is to advance environmental education, sustainable living, and appreciation for nature through hands-on experience in a national park.

Reviewed By DEP3 - Binghamton, United States

Did a Sunday Labor Day weekend outing with our 2,4, and 6 year olds. PEEC is both literally and figuratively a breath of fresh air during these trying Covid times. Lots of different trails, from easy to more challenging. Staff at PEEC is very helpful at its visitor center to guiding you. There are maps for each trail, with information about the flora and fauna at each of the numbered stops on the trails. Picnic tables, parking, lots of taxidermy and fossils inside the center. We did the trail around the two ponds and saw canoers and kayakers; looked like equipment was provided gratis, with two attendants overseeing everything. Kids loved the trail and the various colored mushrooms as well as the uprooted large trees, and just being in the outdoors on a beautiful day.Not terribly crowded when we were there at around 2:30pm. Clean and safe with just about everyone very mask- conscious. Definitely worth a visit when in the Delaware Water Gap area- with kids or without. But the kids truly enjoyed this outing as much as we did.

7. Grey Towers National Historic Site

151 Grey Towers Drive, Milford, PA 18337 +1 570-296-9630 http://www.greytowers.org/
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Grey Towers National Historic Site

Reviewed By SpicyCEO - New York City, United States

If nothing else, go for the view- but stay for the tour. An absolutely beautiful place to visit and to reflect on what America would've been without Gifford Pinchot- a sad state indeed. We owe so much to this family of philanthropists and forward thinkers. I was blown away by what I learned simply because I had no idea this wealth of historical knowledge was in my backyard. Don't miss the finger bowl!!!

8. Hickory Run State Park

3613 State Route 534, White Haven, PA 18661-9712 +1 272-808-6192 [email protected] https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/FindAPark/HickoryRunStatePark/Pages/default.aspx
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Hickory Run State Park

Reviewed By Dallas1380 - Middletown, United States

I visited Hickory Run State Park with my dog to check out some trails, beautiful views and discover what nature had to offer here. It was a day well spent. A lot of walking and the trails weren't difficult at all, very manageable for dogs. Supportive shoes came in handy nonetheless. Access to Boulder Field, Sand Spring Lake, Hickory Run Chapel and Shades of Death Trail are easily accessible and within very reasonable distance of each other. There is a bathroom at the parking lot to Boulder Field but use it as last resort. I was pretty grossed out. Overall, absolutely gorgeous park. We saw many people fishing. There are plenty of spots to tuck away off of the paths to stop and catch your breath, take in the scenery or enjoy a picnic. Lake Harmony is only 13 minute drive away if interested.

9. Penn's Peak

325 Maury Rd, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229-2811 +1 610-826-9000 http://www.pennspeak.com/
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Penn's Peak

Reviewed By W2508DQjohnm

Penns Peak is the Best place to see a Concert ANYWHERE... Staff is Amazing Very safe,Clean ,Affordable and the most important thing great sound and people around you.. My wife and i stay in the Town of jim Thorpe and Uber to the show... Very very good times... Amazing times all the time... Best kept Secret!!

10. No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum

9 Dock St, Lansford, PA 18232-1202 +1 570-645-7074 [email protected] http://www.no9minemuseum.wixsite.com/museum
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No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum

Take a 1,600 foot train ride into the mountain, then walk 600 feet on a guided tour of the oldest continuously operated deep anthracite coal mine in the world. Walking the “mule-way” is just one of many experiences you will enjoy during a guided tour of the No. 9 Mine. View authentic equipment in a working environment dating back to 1855. The “Wash Shanty” Museum houses the largest mining artifact collection in the area as well as the gift shop. You can also enjoy a 57-minute documentary in the museum that focuses on the Anthracite Era & the Industrial Revolution before or after your tour. Open April through November.

Reviewed By barb-pa - Downingtown, United States

Mine tour was incredibly interesting! Our guide was the head of the organization that runs the mine and is himself a miner so we had a great tour. Especially interesting to hear about how practices have changed - or not - from the early days of the mine’s operation. The museum could use some content in the display cases to tell us about what we are looking at, but still interesting in its own right.

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