Lehigh River Gorge Region
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.
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.
On a private 400-acre estate, these rustic and charming cabins overlook a beautiful brook with trails to the Lehigh River Gorge.
Flights for not only wine drinkers but also those who enjoy locally produced brews and special cocktails made with spirits produced right in Carbon County.
Vintage coaches pulled by diesel engines. Narrated round-trips follow the Lehigh River over bridges and into the Lehigh Gorge State Park.
18 miles to Pocono Raceway, close to fishing and boating at Beltzville State Park. RV/tent sites. Don Laine campers are a conservative bunch.
A 425-acre beauty Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania camp. Recently remodeled, private lake, canoeing, kayaking, and sailing. financial aid available.
Seasonal summertime attraction in Jim Thorpe where visitors can experience the wonder of live butterflies and exotic frogs.
Indoor pool, free breakfast, fitness center. Rooms have WiFi, a microwave, and a mini-fridge. Close to Jim Thorpe and tons of attractions.
Almost 3,000 acres of hiking, biking, fishing, boating around the 950-acre Beltzville Lake. Picnic areas, pavilions, restrooms.
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.
“The World’s Largest General Store and Family Entertainment Center.” ACE Hardware and an Ashley Homestore. They have a bowling alley. Whacky and fun.
Secluded camping in the forest. This glamping tent offers the peace and quiet of camping in the deep woods.
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.
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!
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.
Basic Jim Thorpe Shur-Save supermarket that’s small, friendly, as has everything you need. Bakery and prepared foods. Next door to Mason’s Cold Beer.
Craft distillery offers locally-made, small-batch spirits in a uniquely appointed tasting room right in the heart of historic Jim Thorpe.
Host 3 in a peaceful and serene escape, a short walk away from all the attractions of Jim Thorpe. Cozy and adorable. Bring Fido!
Dating from 1849, this quaint hotel is located in the heart of downtown Jim Thorpe’s Old Mauch Chunk Historic District .
Classic Italian cuisine for over 50 years. Seafood, salad, pasta, meat. Outdoor patio, kid’s menu, full wine list.
Book lover’s paradise located at 65 Broadway in historic downtown Jim Thorpe. New and used books in an inventory of current “eclectic fiction and non-fiction.”
Hosts 10 guests.2 fireplaces, skylights, hot tub, pool table, and fantastic 50-miles views. Great for large groups of people. Bring Fido!
Sunflower Festival, Fall Fest, Christmas trees, flowers, pumpkin butter, gift shop, and lots of events.
Primitives to retro wares. Coins, glass, autographs, military memorabilia, vintage radios, and Victrolas in the heart of Jim Thorpe.
They keep on building at PA’s largest bike park with the highest vertical in the state. Beginners to experts.
Hosts 14 guests in 5 bedrooms with 8 beds and 3 baths. Grill, picnic table, movie room, ROKU TVs, hot tub. Luxurious, large and spacious for your group.
Harry Potter-themed coffee shop with friendly staff and a sweet dog named Charlie. Good coffee, quiche, and cookies.
Handmade artisanal donuts with quality coffee. Beans from La Colombe and Stumptown coffee roasters. Hot drip coffee and cold brew nitro.
Sophisticated, upscale cafe with sandwiches, soups, and salads. Full bar. Kids’ menu and play area. Part of the Stabin Museum. Open Fri, Sat, Sun.
The story of Jim Thorpe from the formation of coal to the Lenape Indians, mining, Switchback Railroad, to renaming from the original Mauch Chunk.
Pocono biking trips along the Lehigh River starting in Jim Thorpe. Day trips and overnight trips, TREK bike rentals, shuttle service.
Five bedrooms with 11 beds, 3 baths. Comfortably sleeps up to 14 guests. One-acre hilltop, perfect for groups. Luxury. Bring Fido!
Annual indie film festival in April at Mauch Chunk Opera house and venues in town. “Top 100 Reviewed Festivals” by FilmFreeway.
Log cabin rentals in many parts of the Poconos. All sizes, from 4 bedrooms to 10 bedrooms. Cabins can accommodate 4 – 30+ people.
Old-fashioned county farm fair in August. Live music, food, booze, fireworks, amusement rides, live animals, a baking contest, demo derby, and the Coal Cracker Cornhole Tournament.
135 secluded primitive sites in 345-acre county park on lake. Boat, hike, swim, fish. Inexpensive, unplugged camping vacation. Bathhouse, camp store.
1850s mansion balcony or garden level host 10 guests. Beautiful, updated with central downtown location, lots of amenities.
Nostalgic candy store with over 800 sweets. Homemade local chocolates, fudge, penny candies, gift baskets, local artisan products.
Whitewater rafting on the Lehigh River. All skill levels include beginners, kids. Trip options include hiking/paddling combo trip. Rail-Trail biking and paintball.
Cute dine-in creperie opened in summer 2022. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner options made with organic, non-GMO, all-natural ingredients
Hoagies, cheesesteaks, burgers, hot and cold sandwiches, soups, pizza, and desserts. The bread for their hoagies is made on the premises.
Hand-crafted, wickedly wonderful soap and body provisions. Visit their online store to place your order.
Hosts 5 guests in a newly built cabin in quiet lake community. Convenience and comfort include fire pit, fireplace, and more.
Modest rooms are clean, some with shared baths. Suites with sofa beds, minifridges, coffee makers. WiFi, TV. Close to biking and hiking trails.
An immersive Alice in Wonderland experience that allows patrons to work alongside some of their favorite characters from the Alice in Wonderland stores, and to meet some new ones along the way.
multi-recreational event complex in an historic silk mill. It’s got a craft bar, a modern American eatery, and a coffee shop. It’s even an e–bike rental!
Busy and popular restaurant serving sushi, sashimi, and hibachi. Friendly and fast-paced. Full-service bar.
Sandwiches, seafood, steaks, and BBQ with craft cocktails, beers, and fine wines. Wednesday is Wing Night.
Roadside Bar-B-Q pit and a food truck serving real wood-smoked barbecue and more. Catering is also available via their food truck.
