Peak fall foliage in the Pocono Mountains does not arrive on a single date in 2026. It moves in three waves through October, starting in the higher northern elevations around October 5 and finishing in the lower southern valleys by late October. For a group planning a fall trip, that staggered timing works in your favor. From one home base near Lake Harmony, you can find color somewhere in the...
The best classroom has no walls, a mountain view from the deck, and space for multiple families to gather around one table. And planning a homeschool trip to the Pocono Mountains gives families a unique opportunity to combine travel with hands-on learning, outdoor education, and memorable group experiences. For homeschool families, the Pocono Mountains are more than a vacation destination. They are a living curriculum. Ecology, American history, geology, and...
If you’ve searched for lake homes with indoor pools in the Poconos, you’ve probably noticed they’re often booked far in advance, and for good reason. And it goes well beyond the desire for luxury. These homes consistently rise to the top for families, large groups, and multi-family travelers because they solve the biggest challenges of group travel: weather uncertainty, keeping all ages entertained, and making sure the trip feels worth...
A journey to the Poconos offers an array of Instagram-worthy spots that will take your feed to the next level. From cascading waterfalls and scenic overlooks to quaint villages with charming streets, there’s no shortage of stunning locations to capture that perfect shot. No matter whether you’re an avid photographer or just looking for some vacation snapshots that will make all of your friends jealous, come along with us as...
When you are looking for a winter adventure, there are two events that stand out in the Poconos: Mountainfest and the renowned Preston & Steve’s Cardboard Classic. Get ready for an unforgettable experience of team competition and fantastic entertainment, food and fun! Mountainfest: A Winter Extravaganza Montage Mountain’s annual Mountainfest is a weekend filled with a smorgasbord of winter activities catering to all ages and preferences. It will take place on Friday, March 1, 2024...
Experience the thrill of winter in the Poconos, where the landscape transforms into a snowy paradise and adventure awaits at every turn! The Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania have long been a haven for snow enthusiasts and lovers of all things cozy and warm. In this blog, we invite you to embark on an exciting journey through the snow-capped hills and charming towns, discovering the best local ski areas where you...
Mountainfest is set to be bigger and better than ever in 2023! With the help of WMMR 93.3, it will be the first time that the popular Mountainfest End of Season Concert is paired up with the annual Preston & Steve’s Cardboard Classic! Returning on March 3 of this year, the event will be held at Montage Mountain in Scranton, PA. What was always a thrilling and festive event...
All the Christmas hints have appeared, but there’s still plenty of Autumn in The Poconos to enjoy. Fall Foliage is peaking and the trees are aflame with reds, oranges and yellows. Bring your Family and Friends for walking, hiking and train tours to catch the view before the Winter winds blow them all down. Maple and Pumpkin flavored treats await you in local restaurants and at festivals. But, if you’re...
Rainy days and Mondays don’t have to get you down if you’re in The Poconos. There’s plenty of Poconos Indoor activities for your Family and Friends. You can shop til you drop at Outlets and Boutiques, fill your belllies in any number of world class restaurants, zip around an indoor go-cart track and splash the bad weather blues away at an Indoor Waterpark. Our gorgeous Mountian homes in the Lake...
BOOO!!! Scary fun will be happening all weekend during this year’s Halloween in the Poconos. Bring your Family and Friends for frights and fun nights. Plenty of Kid Friendly events like Halloween Bash at Nick’s Lakehouse restaurant (good eats, pumpkin carving, costume contest). Hop on a train in Jim Thorpe for Fall Foliage tours. Get your scare on at Country Junction’s Waldorf Estate of Fear haunted house or try your...
