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POCONOS
PURSUITS
TOP REASONS TO VISIT
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SMALL TOWN FLAIR.
That
special small-town feel can
be found throughout the Poconos.
Quaint walkaround towns like
Milford, Jim Thorpe, Honesdale, and
Stroudsburg are perfect for a day
of exploring local shops, eating at
outdoor cafes, and finding hidden
gems in the downtown areas.
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NATIONAL AND STATE
PARKS.
Explore the 2,400
square miles of natural areas
in the Poconos including nine
state parks, two national parks,
and hundreds of acres of state
game lands. These parks are a
preservation of land perfect for
hiking, horseback riding, camping,
swimming, fishing, and picnicking.
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FESTIVALS.
The Poconos
is the perfect location for
festivals, pairing scenic views
with entertainment for all ages.
Food, wine, crafts, rides, nature,
outdoor celebrations, live
music—can it get any better?
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READY, SET, GO!
Whether
you prefer trails or pavement,
you can find races of all kinds
in the Pocono Mountains. From
challenging 5ks and adventure
races, to NASCAR races, the need
for speed is real. You can even get
behind the wheel yourself in a stock
car to lay down some rubber.
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WATERFALLS.
Walk or hike to
one of the many waterfalls in
the Poconos for a fun, inexpensive
way to enjoy nature’s beauty. Most
waterfalls are easy to access and
free (or almost free) to visit. These
gorgeous cascades can be found
in each of the four counties that
make up the Pocono region.
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Christmas. In its 27th year, the festival
brings Christmas customs of the past to
life, from a lantern-lit tour of the 19th
century farm, to old-fashioned hot
chocolate and cookies.
LESSONS LEARNED
At select times of the year,
families can add an educational twist
to their vacation by visiting one of
the Poconos’ museums.The Old Jail
Museum was once the site where seven
accused coal miners known as the Molly
Maguires were executed. Now, with
reconstructed gallows, guests can tour the
mysterious history of the jail.
Another great learning location is
Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary, where
children and families can interact with
butterflies and discover more about these
beautiful winged creatures.
Many types of festivals and gatherings
take place on the grounds of the Pocono
Mountains. Each October, the Black Bear
Film Festival celebrates artistic expression
and cultural enhancement by supporting
independent filmmakers.There are also
several types of music festivals with
tunes ranging from jazz to pop, as well
as rodeos at specific times of the year
featuring bull riding, steer wrestling, tie-
down roping, team roping, barrel racing
and breakaway roping.
There are endless opportunities for
fun, entertainment and adventure in the
Poconos. So whether you’re cooling off
in the summer in any of the many lakes
and rivers or enjoying the views from
a horse-drawn carriage and hitting the
slopes in the winter, the Poconos make for
a beautiful family vacation.
