Lehigh River Gorge Region
- 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.
- Charming Victorian in the heart of Jim Thorpe. Suites w/ kitchenettes, private balconies. Private parking, bike storage, WiFi, cable TV.
- Casual late-night fare and classic American cocktails in historic Millionaire’s Row. Very good food and creative classic cocktails.
- Tiny storefront breakfast place in an old Victorian. Daily from 6 am – 1 pm. Omelets, pancakes, french toast, country-fried steak.
- Above the Poconos Skydivers offers tandem skydiving, instructor-assisted jumps, and advanced freefall training, along with group skydiving parties.
- Sunflower Festival, Fall Fest, Christmas trees, flowers, pumpkin butter, gift shop, and lots of events.
- Vintage coaches pulled by diesel engines. Narrated round-trips follow the Lehigh River over bridges and into the Lehigh Gorge State Park.
- 26 miles of uninterrupted rail trail runs through Lehigh Gorge State Park from White Haven to Glen Onoko. The entire length of Lehigh Gorge is ideal for walking or off-road biking.
- Hoagies, cheesesteaks, burgers, hot and cold sandwiches, soups, pizza, and desserts. The bread for their hoagies is made on the premises.
- Truly fabulous produce, flowers, and herbs at their farm stand on Upper Nis Hollow Drive. Organic, sustainable, seasonal, fresh.
- Nostalgic candy store with over 800 sweets. Homemade local chocolates, fudge, penny candies, gift baskets, local artisan products.
- 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
- 1888 Queen Anne Victorian mansion with truly great breakfasts, exquisite period decor, and impeccable service. 5-star experience.
- Elegant B&B in a restored 1874 mansion. Gilded Age opulence with modern-day conveniences. Suites and rooms. Less than a mile from downtown. $$$$
- Five bedrooms with 11 beds, 3 baths. Comfortably sleeps up to 14 guests. One-acre hilltop, perfect for groups. Luxury. Bring Fido!
- Deli and diner-style eat-in joint, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Convenience items, deli to go, tobacco, lottery. Baked goods made on site.
- Hosts 10 in 3 bedrooms, each of which has its own bath. 12 skylights, patio, fire pit, 4 decks. It’s a beauty.
- Modest rooms are clean, some with shared baths. Suites with sofa beds, minifridges, coffee makers. WiFi, TV. Close to biking and hiking trails.
- Hosts 6 guests on yep, 10 acres. Totally private but just 15 minutes to Jim Thorpe. Laundry, grill, fire pit, wood-burning stove, hammock. Airbnb Guest Favorite. Bring Fido!
- Cute dine-in creperie opened in summer 2022. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner options made with organic, non-GMO, all-natural ingredients
- Sand Spring Lake at Hickory Run State Park. Wide, sandy beach. Crowded on weekends. 400-table picnic area, playground, disc golf. Mid-May – Mid-Sept. Small $ to park.
- Exceptionally beautiful county park. 345-acre lake, facilities for camping, swimming, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing, boating. Small entrance fee.
- Host 3 in a peaceful and serene escape, a short walk away from all the attractions of Jim Thorpe. Cozy and adorable. Bring Fido!
- Basic sites in 2021 are $35 and include access to bathrooms, showers, and firepits; no RV hookups. Glamping sites start at $169/night.
- Small-town pizza parlor in the heart of Jim Thorpe. Pizza by the slice or pie, hoagies/heroes, cheesesteaks, calzone, and stromboli. Kids’ menu.
- The Mahoning Drive-In Theater has the largest CinemaScope in PA. Retro 35mm film program, concession stand, events, and camping!
- 165 sites, friendly, and great for kids. Lots of activities, tons of amenities. Swimming pool, camp store, cable TV, WiFi, stocked fishing pond.
- Old-school indie record shop on Main Street. Browse the selection of new and used vinyl, CDs, concert DVDs, and band tee shirts.
- Acoustically, there are none better. This Victorian-era opera house presents a wide range of live music with seating plus a large dance area.
- 525-foot sand beach on Beltzville Lake. May to Sept. Concession, bathhouse, playground, picnic areas. Popular on the weekends, lots of people, loud music, and grilling going on. Get there early!
- 5 suites on 4 acres on 100s of acres of state land. Deck, fire pit, wood-burning stove. Stained glass and metal works, former artist’s home.
- “The World’s Largest General Store and Family Entertainment Center.” ACE Hardware and an Ashley Homestore. They have a bowling alley. Whacky and fun.
- 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.
- A tiny grouping of secluded cabins and tent sites centered around a beautiful stream with a waterfall. 400 acres perfect for fishing, hiking, and biking.
- 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.
- Small craft brewery with taproom focused on lagers and low ABV session beers. Buy growlers and six-packs to go.
- Nice, old-fashioned coffee shop hangout with handmade ice cream, cold brew, espresso, ice cream floats, and coffee drinks.
- Almost 3,000 acres of hiking, biking, fishing, boating around the 950-acre Beltzville Lake. Picnic areas, pavilions, restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- Just outside Jim Thorpe in Bear Creek Plaza. Pizza by the slice or pie, hoagies/subs, cheesesteaks, stromboli/calzone, burgers, and kids’ meals.
- Low-cost hostel a stone’s throw from the Lehigh River and 4 short minutes from the D&L Trail. Canoe, kayak, bike, hike, and ski.
- Mauch Chunk Lake is a 354-acre lake on Mauch Chunk Lake Park for swimming, picnicking, great fishing, and boating. Reserve a boat.
- Craft distillery offers locally-made, small-batch spirits in a uniquely appointed tasting room right in the heart of historic Jim Thorpe.
- Comfortable and affordable accommodations in a cozy retro-style motel, adjacent to Macaluso’s Restaurant.
- Restored 19th-century Industrial Revolution mining town, tours & museum. Houses, 2 churches, a rectory, company store. “You load sixteen tons, what do you get?”
- Beautiful mountaintop entertainment venue comfortably hosts 1,800 concertgoers. Dance floor, lofty ceilings, concert bar/concession area, restaurant/bar.
- 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.
- Victorian townhouse hosts 8 in the heart of Jim Thorpe. Beautiful, authentically restored, and equipped with modern amenities. Close to everything.
- A variety of bagels and breakfast sandwiches, BLTs, panini, and steaks sandwiches for lunch. They’ve got an assortment of potato hashes that include pastrami and andouille.