E. Stroudsburg
Two-bedroom resort villas that sleep up to eight guests. Full kitchens, patios, and fireplaces. Wyndham is in the process (still!) of upgrading the condos.
4200 acres operated by the Boy Scouts of America. This seemingly endless track of mountain trails, clear streams, and waterfalls – the basis of activities for over 50 years.
18-hole, par 71 Jack Nicklaus designed course. 3 lakes, streams, rolling terrain. Clubhouse, restaurant, pro shop, practice area.
Cabins, RV/tent sites, big-rig friendly, full-hookup. Emphasis on peace and quiet. Outdoor pool, playground, general store, laundry. Free access to amenities at Timothy Lake North.
Sweet spot just outside of town. Verrrry friendly to locals and tourists alike, with cold beer and homemade food.
Tandem skydives or fun jumps. Spectator area and picnic area for watching, taking photos, or having a barbeque.
A local town fave. Cold beer, snacks, sandwiches, and live music. Small town feel, friendly bartenders.
Unassuming storefront housing a terrific little restaurant. Mexican and Spanish food made to order, friendly service. BYOB.
Family owned and friendly Mexican restaurant serving homemade original family recipes. Burritos, tacos, carnitas, and more.
159-acre park, forest, ponds, trails, bird colonies. Fish, camp, swim, hike. The paths are well-marked. Dog-friendly.
Hosts 12 in 5 bedrooms with 8 beds and 3 baths in Penn Estates. It’s got a deck, fire pit, grill, and a hot tub. 90 minutes from NYC and Philly. Bring Fido!
Seasonal, local, fresh ingredients for specials like Meyer lemon buttermilk pancakes, blackberry syrup. Quiches, soups, salads. Great baked goods. Breakfast and lunch.
Pocono Beer and Wine claims to offer the Pocono Mountains the “largest selection of beer, wine, and cigars under one roof.”
Local family-owned and operated ice cream parlor. Soft-serve yogurt, frozen yogurt, Italian ices, and slushies. Homemade waffle cones.
Secluded sites for tents, cabins, and all types of RVs including big rigs. Well-maintained sites, tons of activities for kids, pet-friendly.
5,000 square feet host 12 guests in 6 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms. Game room, firepits, 5 TVs, hot tub, sauna. Private community with amenities. Bring Fido!
Rainbow Mountain Resort has been serving the LGBTQ community and friends since 1981. This is their restaurant.
Newly renovated B&B that offers 12 guest rooms with private bathrooms and fitness center. Minutes from Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area.
Fresh ingredients in acai bowls, fresh juices, and smoothies. They’ve also got some old-school video games against the wall.
Terrific Jamaican-influenced diner serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Calaloo & Ackee, oxtail, fried chicken, and basic diner fare.
Established pet-friendly family resort. Cottages is set apart for complete privacy. Each cottage includes a barbecue grill, picnic table, and firepit.
Family bowling lane. Rock & Bowl Fri/Sat night, Rent-A-Lane specials. Starburst Laser Light show and 3 15-foot video screens with surround sound. Snack bar, video arcade, pool tables.
Order app from list, go to the buffet and put a plate together. Chefs at the massive grill will cook your dish while you wait. Fun.
Hosts 16+ guests in 5 bedrooms with 10 beds and 4.5 baths. It’s located in the high-end Blue Mountain Lakes. 6,000 square feet of luxury. Bring Fido!
Room for 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 4 beds and 2 baths. Fireplace, hot tub, 10-minute drive to Shawnee Mountain and Bushkill Falls. Bring Fido!
Slope side seating, bring your own blankets and chairs. Gates at 7 pm, fireworks at dusk, around 9 pm. Food vendors on site.
Latin home-style cooking and Colombian baked goods. Empanadas, guava bread, oxtail, seafood, Colombian coffee. Small, affordable, very good.
Authentic traditional pizza with a thin crust topped off with old-world flavors. Named one of Philly Mag’s Top 5 in Monroe County.
Two 18-hole mini-golf courses. Play one or both. Fairly well maintained, easy, and fun. At Club Wyndham Shawnee Village.
Fido-friendly lakefront hosts up to 12 in 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. Tons of amenities include a hot tub and lakefront deck.
Barrels of loose candy, flavored pretzels, fudge, jams, hot sauce. There’s also a novelty/gift shop. Open daily 93:00 am – 5:30 pm.
32 beers on tap. Flat screens on sports. Live entertainment. Deck with fire-pit tables. Wings, burgers, veg wraps, cheesesteaks, steaks.
Awesome collection of clothing, accessories, and a supply of winter and summer fun. Skateboards, snowboards, and accessories.
Book a stay at their Bed and Breakfast, host your event at a terraced mountaintop and barn, join their CSA, and visit their local farm store.
Labor Day hardneck garlic harvest fest. 60 food & craft vendors. Live music, demos, kids’ activities, Garlic Eating Contest.
Large selection of regionals, imports, and craft beer. Lottery tickets, cigarettes, propane, open daily from 9:00 am ’til 9:00 pm.
Cute roadside joint, pickup window. Loaded fries, burgers, sandwiches, baskets. Pulled pork, Cuban sandwiches are standouts.
Casual sports bar/eatery set in a historic train depot with many TVs. Burgers, nachos, quesadillas, sandwiches, flatbreads, and wings. Family-friendly.
Gold-Star community with a pool, a lake, and recreational basketball and tennis courts. Beautiful and upscale.
Bagels, flagels, cream cheeses and spreads. Egg sandwiches, sandwiches including whitefish and a Reuben. Close to NY quality.
Duplex 1/2 bedroom condo-style rentals built around Fernwood Golf Course. A strange place run by corporate timeshare Expedia Resorts. Visitors report it as dated, dirty, and run-down.
Sue’s is a sweet new Thai restaurant in a converted old diner serving fresh, expertly prepared homemade food. Friendly service.
Hosts 10 guests in 4 bedrooms with 10 beds and 3 baths in private Penn Estates. Sauna, hot tub, 3 decks, pool table, lake access. Bring Fido!
Family-owned restaurant serves empanadas, wings, burgers, cheesesteaks, Cuban sandwiches, vegetarian options.
Marshalls Creek pizzeria/Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta, subs, salads, and appetizers. Gyros, too. Strip mall joint is spacious inside. Family-friendly, kids’ menu.
Great place to bbq, fish, swim, and play. Two trails, picnic tables, BBQ grills, restrooms. Dogs welcome.
Pull-through sites for tents/ RVs. Patio sites, cabins from basic to luxurious. Near DWGNRA. Dog park, WiFi.
32 miles point-to-point. The trail offers miles of easy to moderate hiking, thanks to its crushed gravel surface. Not crowded. Free weekend shuttle service.
Weekend festival in Sept. Bagpipes, step dancing, Irish bands. Irish food, petting zoo, dog herding exhibition.
Family restaurant serving classic American fare, including breakfast, with booth and counter seating. Basic diner fare
