Lehigh River Gorge Region
- The Switzerland of America and the center of the East Coast bicycling scene, surrounded by two state parks. Miles of hiking and biking trails. Gastropubs, lakeside dining.
- Sunflower Festival, Fall Fest, Christmas trees, flowers, pumpkin butter, gift shop, and lots of events.
- Old-school indie record shop on Main Street. Browse the selection of new and used vinyl, CDs, concert DVDs, and band tee shirts.
- Small-town storefront pizza parlor in the heart of Jim Thorpe. Pizza pie, hoagies (subs), calzone, and stromboli, and a full bar. Gets busy during the season.
- Tiny and simple. hosts up to 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with 3 beds and 1 bath. You can Bring Fido! Perfect base for your Jim Thorpe adventures.
- Seasonal summertime attraction in Jim Thorpe where visitors can experience the wonder of live butterflies and exotic frogs.
- The story of Jim Thorpe from the formation of coal to the Lenape Indians, mining, Switchback Railroad, to renaming from the original Mauch Chunk.
- Pennsylvania-roasted coffee, espressos, teas, baked goods, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and crepes Located inside Hofford Mill, open daily.
- An excellent chef-owned restaurant in a chalet-like building that sports a lovely deck. It’s reasonably priced and offers a pizza menu along with a fine dining menu.
- Romantic restored 1860’s Victorian mansion in Jim Thorpe’s historic district. Walking distance to shops, eateries, hiking trails.
- 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.
- 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.
- Tons of beer and a bunch of mixers. They’ve also got snacks, candy, party supplies, and Sunday slushies.
- 1846 factory building houses work of Victor Stabin, compared to Salvador Dali and M.C. Escher. Cafe Arielle next door.
- Beautiful Pocono Mountain outdoor amphitheater. Sat/Sun shows. Beer, wine, food. Dance floor by the stage.
- 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
- Beautiful mountaintop entertainment venue comfortably hosts 1,800 concertgoers. Dance floor, lofty ceilings, concert bar/concession area, restaurant/bar.
- Pocono biking trips along the Lehigh River starting in Jim Thorpe. Day trips and overnight trips, TREK bike rentals, shuttle service.
- Host 3 in a peaceful and serene escape, a short walk away from all the attractions of Jim Thorpe. Cozy and adorable. Bring Fido!
- Elegant B&B in a restored 1874 mansion. Gilded Age opulence with modern-day conveniences. Suites and rooms. Less than a mile from downtown. $$$$
- Hosts up to 28 guests in 9 bedrooms and 5.5-bathrooms across from the shore of Lake Harmony. Fireplace, game room, fire pit, hot tub, lakeview – it’s got everything.
- 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.
- Set in an old Victorian farmhouse that sets the stage for a cozy Christmas shop that’s small in size, but big on charm. US and European made ornaments and more.
- Miles of multi-use trails. Boating, hiking, biking, whitewater rafting. Numerous Class II, III rapids. Open year-round.
- 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.
- 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.
- Friendly neighborhood pub that takes its juke, food, and beverages seriously. Farm-to-table cuisine, craft beer. Daily specials, pool table, live music.
- Vintage coaches pulled by diesel engines. Narrated round-trips follow the Lehigh River over bridges and into the Lehigh Gorge State Park.
- 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.
- A huge collection of affordable vintage items, from jewelry to clothes, scarves, hats, and housewares. It’s a great place for an afternoon browse.
- The Old Jail Museum & Heritage Center is dedicated to preserving the 1871 jail and to the history of the Molly Maguires.
- 18 miles to Pocono Raceway, close to fishing and boating at Beltzville State Park. RV/tent sites. Don Laine campers are a conservative bunch.
- 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.
- Beautiful home in the heart of Jim Thorpe. Hosts 6 guests in 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths on 3 floors. You’ve got a backyard, grill, TV, and WiFi.
- On a private 400-acre estate, these rustic and charming cabins overlook a beautiful brook with trails to the Lehigh River Gorge.
- 16,000-acre natural area. Public beach, campground, 44 miles of hiking trails. Trout fishing, swimming, disc golf, winter sports. Waterfalls, lake.
- They keep on building at PA’s largest bike park with the highest vertical in the state. Beginners to experts.
- A 425-acre beauty Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania camp. Recently remodeled, private lake, canoeing, kayaking, and sailing. financial aid available.
- Newly renovated 1899 Victorian-style house with 3 guest rooms located directly on the Switchback Trail.
- Old gas station by railroad tracks converted to ice cream shop. Walk up serving windows, outdoor seating. Ice cream and coffee.
- 2 buildings with 9 fully equipped apartments that sleep from 2 – 6 guests and become your home away from home.
- Handmade artisanal donuts with quality coffee. Beans from La Colombe and Stumptown coffee roasters. Hot drip coffee and cold brew nitro.
- Nice, old-fashioned coffee shop hangout with handmade ice cream, cold brew, espresso, ice cream floats, and coffee drinks.
- Small-town pizza parlor in the heart of Jim Thorpe. Pizza by the slice or pie, hoagies/heroes, cheesesteaks, calzone, and stromboli. Kids’ menu.
- 16,000-acre state park. 300 tent, trailer, RV sites, a few walk-in sites, camping cottages. Lake, hiking, trout fishing, waterfalls, streams. Apr – Dec.
- 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.
- “The World’s Largest General Store and Family Entertainment Center.” ACE Hardware and an Ashley Homestore. They have a bowling alley. Whacky and fun.
- Roadside Bar-B-Q pit and a food truck serving real wood-smoked barbecue and more. Catering is also available via their food truck.
- 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!