Location: Albrightsville
Top Things to do in Albrightsville
Top 10 Things to do in Albrightsville, United States
Albrightsville is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Kidder and Penn Forest townships, Carbon County, Pennsylvania, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 202. It is drained by Mud Run (which forms the township boundary) westward into the Lehigh River. Pennsylvania Routes 534 and 903 intersect at the eastern corner of the village. Although it has its own post office with the ZIP code of 18210, areas just to the north and west use the Lake Harmony ZIP code of 18624. The Holiday Pocono community is directly to the north, across PA 534, and Towamensing Trails is directly across PA 903 to the southeast. The community is just east of Hickory Run State Park.
Restaurants in Albrightsville
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. Country Junction
Overall Ratings
4 based on 192 reviews
Reviewed By yummimummi1 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
I have had friends rave about this place when they have been up the poconos! I am so glad I never wasted my families time coming here for just the store! We were on our way home from a pocono trip and thought we would finally check this place out... It was really odd. Trust me Cracker Barrel is a great experience compared to this store. The stuff is completely over priced and not even in the best condition. Things are broken and laying around. Their prices for small items are just crazy. You can do better in a gift shop or AC Moore. There really is nothing great about this place. I saw so many people just coming in and looking around. Trust me I wanted candles and home items for the holidays and their selection was over priced and just old looking. Their Christmas items look like they have been sitting around for years not to mention they are selling ornaments dated 2015? Nothing new. I just can't say this place is anything exciting. Save your money and your car ride if you are just going to make a trip there. I would only go if I were in the area then again I have have no need to ever go back! I don't like they sell animals at all either! If you like old beat up items - this is the place for you! Over priced junk is just what this place serves up! TOTAL TOURIST TRAP!
4. 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.
5. Big Creek Vineyard and Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
We are a family-owned vineyard and winery nestled in the Pocono Mountains, specializing in hearty reds, mellow whites, and delectable apple wines. Stop by for the beautiful scenery, our wines and good conversation. Our Jim Thorpe outlet store is currently relocating to 41 Susquehanna St, First Floor of the Hooven Merchantile Building! We plan to be open in early April.
Reviewed By Sparkles_Gourmet - East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Vineyard hopping on a rainy Saturday, we took a winding turn to an unknown spot. It was not very commercialized or crowded, though tastings seemed busy. We met the most interesting owner Millie and family. Son Dominic was so informative, lending to an amazing educational experience. We did not want to leave! The wine samplings were outstanding; probably some of the best we've tasted in all of PA. The structure was designed and built by the darling Italian/German rooted family. They "get it" --what it means to entertain with fine wine and good conversation. They made us feel like we were part of the family and welcomed us back any time. They weren't trying to impress us, but simply treated us like we old friends. This is unlike any other experience, so please take our advice. TRY the wine, experience good company, learn all about wines around the world, and buy a CASE of the most affordable and delicious wines in PA.
*Italian soup and antipasto on Saturday nights. Abundanza!
6. 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 .
7. 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.
8. Blue Ridge Estate Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By Janrickstryker
Sarah was awesome! She explained all the wines very efficiently, and didn’t pass judgment on us ‘sweet’ wine connoisseurs.
However my daughter-in-law prefers very red dry wines and she said that they were some of the best wines she has ever had. And given her expertise and how many types of wine that would entail, that says quite a lot. We will definitely be back for a Friday night dinner. All the wines we tasted were excellent. There is a five dollar charge for a five choice winetasting, but they are free poured and Sarah did not chinch on the amounts.
9. 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!
10. 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!
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