Fishing
73 miles of the Delaware River, the longest undammed river in the eastern U.S. Canoe, hike, fish, and observe Bald Eagles!
Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Service on the Upper Delaware River System. Tackle or fly-fishing gear. Specializing in small bass.
595 acre waterfowl propagation lake. 3 boat launches, variety of fish includes largemouth bass and yellow perch. Lots of wildlife.
1,410-acre state park on a small lake with beaches, boat launches, boat rentals, fishing, and picnic areas. Bring Fido!
Lake Wallenpaupack has been named one of the top spots for ice fishing in the state and features plenty of bass, trout, perch, and varieties of panfish. February’s your best month!
Exceptionally beautiful county park. 345-acre lake, facilities for camping, swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing, boating. Small entrance fee.
290-acre Prompton Lake, 26 miles of hiking trails, boat launch, picnic areas, mountain biking, fishing. Waterfalls, forest, disc golf.
252-acre non-powerboat lake that has great swimming, boating, and fishing. Beautiful and just north of Lake Wallenpaupack.
The preserve is home to 3.4 miles of trails. The single-track hiking trails form four different loops, which offer a challenging, yet rewarding trek along the ravine.
Almost 3,000 acres of hiking, biking, fishing, boating around the 950-acre Beltzville Lake. Picnic areas, pavilions, restrooms.
2,800 acres of glorious state forest wrapped around the 250-acre Gouldsboro Lake. Hiking, boating, swimming, fishing, cross-country skiing, ice fishing, and picnicking.
An old golf course that’s now a natural hub of community life that connects people, water, and land. Great for fishing, birding, or a peaceful walk .
3.2 miles through upland oak/pine forests and open fields along the Kittatinny Ridge, good for hiking, fishing, and cross-country skiing.
225-acre lake for power boats, jet skis, and wave runners. There is also water skiing, sail boating, and sandy beaches for swimming.
Owns 10 nature preserves and 2 conservation easements in Monroe County Fishing, hiking, wildlife. Open to the public from dawn ’til dusk, 365 days/year.
61.5-acres of a section of the Pocono Creek with Class A wild trout waters. Thickets of old-growth rhododendron, colonies of spring wildflowers, and wetland habitats.
Great place to bbq, fish, swim, and play. Two trails, picnic tables, BBQ grills, restrooms. Dogs welcome.
Year-round hiking, fishing, swimming, boating, biking, picnicking, camping, ice skating. 2 lakes on 3,000 acres of forested land. Cabins, tent sites.
300-acre piece of land located right on the shores of Lake Wallenpaupack. This slice of natural Poconos paradise is one of the last areas on the lake that hasn’t been developed.
Follow the trail loop that circumnavigates the lake and passes by bogs, evergreen forests, and a plethora of plant and animal life.
Family owned and operated fish and pay pond with roadside stand open Sat/Sun. Oldest fish preserve in NY State. Catch your own, or buy their fresh and smoked trout.
3 miles long and offers 5,700 acres and 52 miles of shoreline. Fish, swim, boat, camp, and hike at the 2nd largest lake contained in Pennsylvania.
Beautiful Pocono Mountain fish hatchery. Fish and pay for what you catch, all equipment provided, no license necessary. Picnic tables and snack bar. Inexpensive. Great for kids.
Gentle, really fun little trail along the stream. hopping from rock to rock. 2.7 miles, features a lake, good for all skill levels. Bring Fido, great for kids.
Hiking, picnicking, fishing in season (with license). Popular spot for fly-fishing. Covered pavilion with picnic tables and BBQs.
Perfect for a walk in the woods day. See uncommon wildflowers at this location in spring. Creek is suitable for kayaking.
34-acre park on the banks of Brodhead Creek. Fishing, trail walking, picnicking. 2 pavilions are available. Bring Fido!
400 acres of vernal pools, pristine streams, and rhododendron thickets in beautiful Barrett Township. Good for hiking and fishing.
Canoe, kayak, and raft the Delaware River. Fishing and guided river trips. Slow-moving, calm water. Equipment rentals, helpful staff and guides.
Super pretty 1800s lake originally dammed to harvest ice. 223 acres, 5 miles from Pocono Pines. Hiking, boating, fishing. Really great.
Motorboat lake with boat dock and marina. Beaches and designated swimming areas. You can access it when you stay in a vacation rental.
14,800 acres of Forever Wild Forest Preserve offers fairly gentle hiking trails, solitude, a world-class trout steam, and camping.
Guide services for all ages and skill levels. Avid angler and fly-tyer Joe is your guide. Very informative and personable. It’s a great time.
State park. Three miles of trails cross forests, wetlands, and fields. 420 acres of land. Fishing, hiking, birding, wildlife watching.
Mauch Chunk Lake is a 354-acre lake on Mauch Chunk Lake Park for swimming, picnicking, great fishing, and boating. Reserve a boat.
Crystal-clear 170-acre lake on 5,440 acres of forested park. Boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking. Camping, snowmobiling, ice skating, ice fishing.
40 miles + 60,000 acres of biking, hiking, fishing, camping, swimming, boating on the Delaware River in this jewel of the National Park System.
Spring-fed four-season lake offers boating, water skiing, swimming, water sliding, and lounging in the summer, with good fishing, too.
250-acre man-made lake is a favorite destination for boating, swimming, fishing, and ice fishing. Pickerel, yellow perch, bass, walleye, sunfish, muskellunge, and catfish.
Owned and operated by fly-fishing and boating experts, brothers Ryan and Erik Munro. Casting clinics, fly fishing basics classes. Floats and guided fishing trips.
Devil’s Hole Trail is a 3.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail that features beautiful wildflowers. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking. Best used from April until October.
Fish the Delaware River for trout, bass, shad, or walleye. Sweetwater is a father and son operated business that welcome both fly and spin fisherman.
100 scenic acres of forests and open space to explore. Fish in McMichaels Creek. Tube and kayak. Dogs are welcome.
159-acre park, forest, ponds, trails, bird colonies. Fish, camp, swim, hike. The paths are well-marked. Dog-friendly.
Over 6,000 acres along the Kittatinny Ridge. Hiking, boat launch. RV-Tent and group camping with fire rings and picnic tables.
Popular trout fishing stream near the Catskill Park. Birthplace of American fly fishing, lots of brown trout.
ESPN calls this 169-acre natural glacier lake one of the best places to fish in the Pocono Mountains. Boating, motorboats permitted. Stocked with trout.
Great for hiking and biking. Trail runs parallel to Mauch Chunk Creek, provides easy access for fishing. Shuttle service, bike rental available in Jim Thorpe.
Take a hike on the 63 acres, see the remains of a historic springhouse and pumphouse. 2 ponds are great for fishing.
16,000-acre natural area. Public beach, campground, 44 miles of hiking trails. Trout fishing, swimming, disc golf, winter sports. Waterfalls, lake.
