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In the mood for a look back in time? Then check out one of the Pocono Mountains museums or historical societies/sites. From a museum celebrating the famous Western novelist Zane Grey, To Grey Towers, home of Conservationist Giford Pinchot, you'll find a fascinating collection of places to explore the past, auto, glass, train, fishing, Indian, museums, even a historial farm. For a special treat visit one of the Poconos charming Victorian towns, including Jim Thorpe, Hawley, Milford, and Honesdale, PA.

For anyone interested in discovering a new artist, the Pocono Mountains are home to a growing number of art galleries and arts and crafts events. Music lovers will find a surprising selection of music festivals and concerts to chose from throughout the year, from classical to jazz, to blues and more. The resorts and nightspots in the Poconos also offer a variety of entertainment, from comedy acts, to dancing, and top billed nightclub entertainers. Live theatre and the movies are popular ways to have fun. Also, you can look at the Calendar of Events to check on any upcoming entertainment events.

Throughout the year the Pocono Mountains play host to a number of fun-filled events, from NASCAR auto racing to Festivals of all kinds, Hot-Air Balloon, Ethnic, Lumberjack, Food and Beverage, Ice Carving, and many more. A number of country fairs are held at the end of each summer. In the Fall, you'll find lots of Oktoberfests. And during the winter holiday season visitors can enjoy a potpourri of yuletide happenings. To find out what's happening in the Poconos this month, simply click here on our Calendar of Events.

If you have the urge to splurge, or are looking for a bargain, head for the Pocono Mountains. (There is no sales tax on clothing in Pennsylvania). Shoppers will find many of their favorite Outlets right here over 150 at last count. If you looking for something special or a perfect keepsake, be sure to check out our malls, specialty stores, farmstands, tree farms and antique shops.

Fall is fabulous in the Pocono Mountains. Here you'll find three different zones of color. To help you catch the foliage at its peak of color, which provides weekly updates on where the leaves are at their spectacular best, from early September, through the end of October. Savor fall's breathtaking foliage in the Poconos with a leisurely horseback ride, afternoon hike, or a chairlift ride at one of our many ski areas. Or, take a hayride, mountain bike, or old fashioned train ride through a colorful canopy of flaming colors. There are many delightful scenic driving routes through the Pocono Mountains. For a Free Pocono Mountains Map, including scenic driving routes, stop at one of our Information Centers located at the intersection of major interstate routes through the Pocono Mountains. Fall is the perfect time for a drive through our quaint towns in search of the perfect antiques, or a trip to a farmstand or pumpkin patch to pick out the perfect pumpkin. Bring some friends to a country fair, hot air balloon, lumberjack, arts, or crafts festival, Oktoberfest, or fair, or get in some whitewater rafting during a fall dam release. Fall is also an excellent time to go fishing, boating, or get in that last round of golf.

The Pocono Mountains have exciting attractions, recreational activities and educational opportunities year-round. There are outdoor adventures like white water rafting, skiing or golf. Indoor activities include instructional outings at a recreational cooking school, visiting a museum, enjoying a play or concert, or unwinding at a brew pub. Four seasons of fun can be had in the Pocono Mountains.

For fantastic downhill and cross country skiing or snowboarding, ice skating, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snow tubing and more, the Pocono Mountains are the perfect winter wonderland. Over 146 slopes and trails beckon, whether you are an expert meeting the moguls, or a beginner gently exploring the hills.

The only thing better than golf is golf at Buck Hill Falls! The drive into Buck Hill takes you back to the turn of the last century, where you will find a classic old golf course designed by legendary architect Donald Ross. The 27-hole course includes all of the amenities you would expect in a country club atmosphere, staffed by PGA professionals. Only 30 minutes from the Delaware Water Gap Bridge, the rolling fairways and scenic views make Buck Hill a challenging and unique golf experience. Golf Digest’s Places to Play calls Buck Hill the “best course in the Poconos” and “a spectacular course to play in the fall”. Discover the Buck Hill experience for yourself. We look forward to welcoming you to a true classic!

Whether you are traveling to the Pocono Mountains for the first time or a current resident of this beautiful region, there are many businesses that are available to assist you with your individual needs.

For fantastic downhill and cross country skiing or snowboarding, ice skating, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snow tubing and more, the Pocono Mountains are the perfect winter wonderland. Over 146 slopes and trails beckon, whether you are an expert meeting the moguls, or a beginner gently exploring the hills.