Lehigh River Gorge Region
Modern chalet secluded on 10 acres sleeps 10 in 4 bedrooms with 6 beds, 3 baths. Fireplace, sauna, fire pit, deck, screened-in porch.
At The Hofford Mill in Weissport, just 5 miles from Jim Thorpe. Cheese curds, nachos, drunken shrimp, and Cajun crab dip. Tacos, buttermilk chicken sandwiches, hand-cut fries.
Vegan shoes, bags, and jewelry. Every pair of shoes and every bag is a one-of-a-kind piece of art. All products are inspired by the traditions of the indigenous Kuna tribes of South America
Small batch, craft beer. Any seasoned beer drinker is sure to love this brewery that has everything from IPAs to lagers.
In business since 1912. Danishes, cakes, rolls, pies, breads, cupcakes, sticky buns, and everything you can imagine. Great prices, friendly service.
135 secluded primitive sites in 345-acre county park on lake. Boat, hike, swim, fish. Inexpensive, unplugged camping vacation. Bathhouse, camp store.
Red, white, and rosé wines made at Big Creek’s family-owned, limited production vineyard. They serve cheese platters, wine by the glass, and seasonal cocktails.
Hosts 4 guests in 1 bedroom with 2 beds and 1 bath. 1800s charm with a modern twist. Perfect place from which to explore beautiful Jim Thorpe.
Home to one of the largest collections of American Abstract Expressionist art in a magnificent and historic church building.
Newly renovated 1899 Victorian-style house with 3 guest rooms located directly on the Switchback Trail.
4 bedrooms with 6 beds and 3 baths for up to 9 guests. Hot tub, 2 living rooms, game room, fire pit, grill, laundry, kayak. Bring Fido!
Vintage soda fountain serves ice cream, coffee, tea, and candy. Manning Dairy Farm’s homemade ice cream. Tons of penny candy and French press coffee.
“The World’s Largest General Store and Family Entertainment Center.” ACE Hardware and an Ashley Homestore. They have a bowling alley. Whacky and fun.
Annual indie film festival in April at Mauch Chunk Opera house and venues in town. “Top 100 Reviewed Festivals” by FilmFreeway.
Ice cream stand with pick-up counter. Hard ice cream, sundaes, shakes, and soft-serve. Dipped waffle cones. Quick eats like hot dogs, fries. Bring your dog for a doggie sundae.
Modern chalet hosts 12 guests (8 adults and 4 children) in 4 bedrooms with 8 beds and 4.5 baths. Gated community with lake and pool. Lovely.
Comfortable booths and a cozy gas fireplace. Burgers, pasta, sandwiches, and snacks. Happy hour, live music.
Smokehouse BBQ with a Tex Mex flair. Gigantic boozy biker-friendly joint with a beautiful dining area along the Pohopoco Creek.
The Old Jail Museum & Heritage Center is dedicated to preserving the 1871 jail and to the history of the Molly Maguires.
Basic sites in 2021 are $35 and include access to bathrooms, showers, and firepits; no RV hookups. Glamping sites start at $169/night.
Gastropub using locally distilled spirits, local beer, small plates. Try Short Rib Poutine, Flash Fried Chevre Salad, Truffle Fries.
18 miles to Pocono Raceway, close to fishing and boating at Beltzville State Park. RV/tent sites. Don Laine campers are a conservative bunch.
Country bar/eatery in a huge and very old stone house. Live entertainment Wed/Sun. Outdoor seating, friendly service.
19 rooms and a spa in a rehabbed 1894 YMCA of Mauch Chunk facility. Beautiful with WiFi, Smart TVs, refrigerators, and free guest parking.
Intimate jazz venue in a vaulted 19th-century wireworks factory. Latin Jazz to bebop and African rhythms to classic jazz in an acoustically exceptional venue.
The story of Jim Thorpe from the formation of coal to the Lenape Indians, mining, Switchback Railroad, to renaming from the original Mauch Chunk.
Gift shop with dried arrangements, sachets, soaps, and candles. Two acres of blossoming lavender plants.
A 425-acre beauty Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania camp. Recently remodeled, private lake, canoeing, kayaking, and sailing. financial aid available.
Mason’s Cold Beer is a beer distributor that has got a friendly staff selling cold beer and slurpies. Located next door to Jim Thorpe Market.
Mountain town of 4,000 known as “The Switzerland of America.” Vintage trains, boutiques, restaurants, and festivals aplenty in the heart of the East Coast cycling scene.
Libations Lounge is open to the public on Fri/Sat from 4 – 9:00 pm. Enjoy fine spirits and the wine list at the historic Harry Packer Inn in Jim Thorpe.
Their slogan is “Partying Naked Since 1945.” Camp, grab a cabin, a hotel room, or bring your RV. Their activities calendar is jam-packed throughout the summer.
Gastropub in renovated firehouse features craft beers, fine wines, a compelling selection of whiskeys and cocktails. Great food.
Small-town pizza parlor in the heart of Jim Thorpe. Pizza by the slice or pie, hoagies/heroes, cheesesteaks, calzone, and stromboli. Kids’ menu.
Trip Advisor “Hall of Fame” 2018. Heart of Jim Thorpe on Race Street, the most romantic street in the Pocono Mountains. Walk to to shops, pubs, restaurants, and hiking/biking trails.
Try rafting, kayaking, or biking. Come out for a day in the fresh air and enjoy exciting river rapids, Lehigh Gorge scenery, and crisp Pocono Mountain air.
Dating from 1849, this quaint hotel is located in the heart of downtown Jim Thorpe’s Old Mauch Chunk Historic District .
Hosts 10 in Bear Creek Lake by Jim Thorpe. 2,100 sf, comfy beds, 4 Smart TVs, stuff for the kids, big dining room table.
Quaint 1700’s log and stone luxury B&B on a 24-acre estate in Blue Mountains region known for wineries. WiFi, breakfast, room service, indoor heated pool.
Family ski area, PA’s highest vertical, 5 terrain parks. 39 trails and 16 lifts. Summer activities include mountain biking, scenic lift rides, archery, disc golf, more.
Blue Mountain Ski Area’s restaurant. Family-friendly. Burgers, wings, scenic view from the dining room and deck.
Craft distillery offers locally-made, small-batch spirits in a uniquely appointed tasting room right in the heart of historic Jim Thorpe.
Elegant B&B in a restored 1874 mansion. Gilded Age opulence with modern-day conveniences. Suites and rooms. Less than a mile from downtown. $$$$
Above the Poconos Skydivers offers tandem skydiving, instructor-assisted jumps, and advanced freefall training, along with group skydiving parties.
Busy and popular restaurant serving sushi, sashimi, and hibachi. Friendly and fast-paced. Full-service bar.
Nice, old-fashioned coffee shop hangout with handmade ice cream, cold brew, espresso, ice cream floats, and coffee drinks.
Raft class II and III rapids on the Lehigh River, zipline, play paintball, or enjoy a bike ride along the Lehigh Gorge Trail.
Renowned for Austrian and German style wines with many international accolades. Tastings, food trucks, indoor/outdoor seating.
Comfortable setting to enjoy a full selection of ales, lagers, and hard seltzers for on draft and packaged “to go”. They also have wine, cocktails, and two slushy machines.
Sophisticated, upscale cafe with sandwiches, soups, and salads. Full bar. Kids’ menu and play area. Part of the Stabin Museum. Open Fri, Sat, Sun.
