The Poconos Mountain is an evergreen spot for a family holiday. Picturesque mountains, soothing lakes, infinite adventures, and a culture to cherish, you will find everything in the Poconos Mountains. Whether you are an art lover or a sporty being, Poconos Mountains can satisfy your holiday needs to the fullest.
Planning your itinerary and finding vacation spots to explore can be a hectic task. Hence, we are here to simplify your task by providing you a step by step guide to the Poconos mountains.
Prerequisites for a Hassle-Free Journey
- Install a travelling application on your mobile
- Keep your virtual map ready
- Estimate your budget
- Means of transport- One can travel by bus, car, and airplane however, commuting by road is the best option if you live in New York City, Philadelphia and New Jersey.
- Do not wait for the last minute to book your accommodations. Book beautiful vacation homes around the natural vicinity of Poconos beforehand.
Your first day in the Poconos
Reaching safely to the Poconos mountains is not the end but a start to a beautiful journey. The first day of your holiday holds a prominent place in itself. A bad start can steal all your enthusiasm and ruin your vacation mood. Don’t worry, we are here to plan your first fabulous day in the Poconos.
Immediately after keeping your first foot at Poconos, open your travelling application and take a ride to the staying place. Take a luxurious bath, freshen yourself, and have a hearty meal with the family members. Relax or take a nap for an hour and get ready for a trip to your favorite spot.
Every family has a different taste. Some like adventurous sites while others are more inclined towards natural beauty. Finding and deciding the best spot to visit will consume more of your time and energy. We are here to categorize the spots according to your taste. Our list will help you decide the next Poconos spot you are targeting for.
List of holiday spots according to the categories
Adventurous spots
Does nothing satisfy your hunger for adventures? If yes then this section is made for you. From snowboarding to water rafting, you will find every adventurous activity in the Poconos mountains. You just need to have comprehensive knowledge about all the possible adventurous places.
Here is a list of the top 3 adventurous sites which we personally find extremely interesting.
- Big Boulders
Boulders and Jack frost was designed for those who love doing adventure in chilled snow weather. A perfect place for food and adventure, this place tops the chart when it comes to family vacations. Skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing are the three main attractions of Big Boulders.
Location– Ski area, Lake Harmony
Fare– $64 to $128
Timing– Monday to Friday- 3 pm to 8 pm
Saturday and Sunday- 12 pm to 8 pm
- Delaware Water Gap National Recreation
As a humble suggestion, keep Delaware water gap national recreation at the top of your list. The place is a small country in itself. From wildlife sanctuaries to Appalachian trails for hiking, you will get a peep into every kind of adventurous spot. Luscious green forest, swimming spots, and a wide variety of water rides are the main facilities of Delaware water gap national recreation.
Location– 1978, River Road, Bushkill
Fare– No entrance fees however special facility areas within Delaware may charge some amount.
Timing– Usually all parks remain open 24/7
- Claws and Paws Animal Park
Are adventures and animals the same for you? This animal park can awake an inner child in you. With a dinosaur area to dig bones and more than 100 animals making noises together, you will get completely lost in this adventurous world. Let your child feed colorful parrots and bask in this natural ambiance. Eat your favorite snacks in the eating area and l Needless to say but this trip can make you a favorite parent among your children
Location– Lake Ariel
Fare– Adults $56 and Juniors $44
Timing– May to October – 10 am to 6 pm
Around the Nature
Spending time beside lakes and mountains is the ideal way to spend time with nature. We are listing out some Lake spots in Poconos that can help you relax and reset the brain wires.
Lake Naomi
Fresh air and clean water are the two short yet best descriptions of Lake Naomi. You can either sit beside the lake and soothe your eyes or do some activities like swimming and boating.
Kayaking, hiking, boat paddling, biking are the most known activities among tourists and locals. This can be an ideal place If each of your family members has a different taste when it comes to vacation spots.
Maybe you can sit silently and take a breath of fresh air while sending your kids to the nearby community center. The community center comprises a basketball court, fitness center, and a golf course.
Location– Poconos pines
Timing– Community center (7 am to 10 pm during summers)
Fare– One can buy a temporary membership card for lake Naomi community center and utilize it during their stay
Lake Harmony
Being a natural reservoir in the Poconos and just 5 minutes from Boulders, Lake Harmony gets the maximum attention from the tourists. Lake Harmony is a center from where you can find cozy vacation houses for family, adventurous spots, and antique shops. Every activity including cycling, bike riding, hiking, shopping is available in the vicinity of Lake Harmony.
Arts and Culture
Old Jail museum-
Old Jail museum is a perfect combination of a dark past and a peculiar architectural structure. The cold halls and a site where all seven coal miners were hanged will scare and excite you at the same time. The walls and handprints will give you a different feeling in your gut. This place can be your best chance if you love a mix of strangeness and mystery.
Timings– 12noon to 4:30 pm (Reopen late may or mid-June)
Location– Jim Thorpe
Fare– $6 to $11
Grey towers-
A well-designed building with three floors and well-furnished bedrooms, sitting rooms, a library, and a playhouse. Not only inside but also the outside part of Grey towers is equipped with multiple facilities. One can find a well-organized dining area just outside the Grey towers. The building carries with itself a family history. Grey towers was originally an idea of James W. Pinchot who was the owner of the mansion however later designed by his family friend Mr. Richard Morris
Location– Milford
Fare– $8 to $ 17
Timings– 11 am to 4:30 pm
There are an infinite number of holiday spots in Poconos and hence putting them in a single frame is next to impossible. However, we have mentioned some of the beautiful and oldest spots that can rightly set your mood for the next day.
