Best known for their family-friendly ski resorts in the winter, the Poconos Mountains in Pennsylvania offer a mountain getaway all year round. During the warmer months, camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities are enjoyed by locals and travelers. No matter what time of year you visit, the region has a stunning array of natural beauty. Here are 30 things to do in the Poconos that you're not going to want to miss.
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Poconos in the winter...beautiful.
Starting at the on-site visitors center, the flat boardwalk trail to Dingmans Falls meanders through a beautiful hemlock ravine. Almost immediately after starting the trail, Silverthread Falls can be seen on the right. The cascade gracefully drops 80 feet through a narrow chute. Past Silverthread Falls, the trail winds through rhododendron shrubs and by tall hemlock trees, a short distance to the waterfall. The boardwalk ends at the base of Dingmans Falls, the second highest waterfall in Pennsylvania with a plunge of 130 feet. View the falls from the platform or trek the final tenth of a mile via staircase for a birds-eye view from the upper falls.
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One visit to Split Rock Resort and you'll be hooked! H20ooohh! is a family-friendly indoor waterpark located at Split Rock Resort. With over 53,000 square feet of water attractions to enjoy, H20ooohh! allows you to make a splash in any season. The park features three four-story slides, a wave pool, an activity pool and play structures plus a snack shack and an awesome indoor Flowrider. Groups welcome. Plan an unforgettable birthday party or other event at the waterpark with Split Rock's part packages.
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Take to the trees at Pocono TreeVentures aerial ropes adventure course! Over 90 elements and five courses from beginner to expert lead you through the trees using small platforms constructed at various levels. Each course at Pocono TreeVentures consists of rope, cable and wood configurations that challenge with aerial tightropes, swinging log steps, Tru Blues and rope ladders. Be prepared to see the world from above with the highest point of the advanced course being over 40 feet off the ground. Pocono TreeVentures aerial ropes course, Pocono Zip Racer, Pocono Zip Quest and Pocono KidVentures are operated weather permitting. Check website for current course conditions and to purchase tickets.
Embark on an unforgettable waterfall adventure. Bushkill Falls, "The Niagara of Pennsylvania," encompasses about 300 acres with eight waterfalls and over two miles of trails, bridges and walkways. The drop of the Main Falls is about 100 feet. From the top of the first falls to the bottom of the lower gorge, the drop is about 300 feet. For eager hikers, the Red Trail runs nearly two miles and offers views of all eight falls including Bridal Veil Falls, Bridesmaid's Falls, Pennel Falls and the Lower Gorge Falls. This challenging hike can take two hours. Bushkill Falls is open from April through October/November weather permitting. Additional attractions include miniature golf, paddle boats, play areas, and dining spots including a snack bar and fudge kitchen with ice cream. Parking is free (bus parking not available).
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