Glenn’s Guidebook - Windy
Outdoors & Adventure
Explore the Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area! Located just off Route 115 near Blakeslee, the Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area is a 130-acre preserve frequently visited for hiking, fishing, waterfall viewing and picnicking. In addition to its wide, flat waterfalls, the natural area features three blazed hiking trails: the orange-blazed Pine Trail is an easy half-mile path; the blue-blazed Highland Trail loops about a mile through hardwood and pine forests, and the red-blazed Creek Trail follows the creek out and back for a little over two miles. Leashed pets are welcome at the Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area. Fishing is permitted in season.
153 locals recommend
Austin T Blakeslee Natural Area
20 Pennsylvania 115Explore the Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area! Located just off Route 115 near Blakeslee, the Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area is a 130-acre preserve frequently visited for hiking, fishing, waterfall viewing and picnicking. In addition to its wide, flat waterfalls, the natural area features three blazed hiking trails: the orange-blazed Pine Trail is an easy half-mile path; the blue-blazed Highland Trail loops about a mile through hardwood and pine forests, and the red-blazed Creek Trail follows the creek out and back for a little over two miles. Leashed pets are welcome at the Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area. Fishing is permitted in season.
Ski up to 20 trails at Jack Frost in the Pocono Mountains! Jack Frost Mountain provides a variety of inviting terrain. Runs range from beginner to black diamond. Two terrain parks are featured. Lessons and equipment rentals are available.
465 locals recommend
Jack Frost Ski Resort
434 Jack Frost Mountain RdSki up to 20 trails at Jack Frost in the Pocono Mountains! Jack Frost Mountain provides a variety of inviting terrain. Runs range from beginner to black diamond. Two terrain parks are featured. Lessons and equipment rentals are available.
Enjoy a day of ATV, side-by-side utility, or dirt bike riding on the trails, tracks, and obstacle courses for all skill levels. Located in Long Pond, Pennsylvania and nestled among the beautiful Pocono Mountains , find out what a true off-road experience is all about by conquering every trail with your own recreational vehicle or on one of the 2017 vehicles.
93 locals recommend
Alvins Offroad Playground
2069 Long Pond RdEnjoy a day of ATV, side-by-side utility, or dirt bike riding on the trails, tracks, and obstacle courses for all skill levels. Located in Long Pond, Pennsylvania and nestled among the beautiful Pocono Mountains , find out what a true off-road experience is all about by conquering every trail with your own recreational vehicle or on one of the 2017 vehicles.
Find seasonal paradise at Jack Frost Big Boulder in the heart of Pennsylvania's scenic Pocono Mountains. This Pocono resort is an ideal destination for your next vacation. You'll find supreme skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing right here! Just a few hours from New York City and only an hour or so from Philly, the mountains of Jack Frost and Big Boulder compliment one another and offer guests two discount experiences on the same lift ticket. With 15 slopes, Big Boulder devotes 50% of its overall terrain to park features. Lessons and rentals available.
238 locals recommend
Big Boulder Mountain
357 Big Boulder DriveFind seasonal paradise at Jack Frost Big Boulder in the heart of Pennsylvania's scenic Pocono Mountains. This Pocono resort is an ideal destination for your next vacation. You'll find supreme skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing right here! Just a few hours from New York City and only an hour or so from Philly, the mountains of Jack Frost and Big Boulder compliment one another and offer guests two discount experiences on the same lift ticket. With 15 slopes, Big Boulder devotes 50% of its overall terrain to park features. Lessons and rentals available.
Explore Hickory Run State Park with your four-legged family members! Pets are welcome to roam at Hickory Run State Park, a 15,990-acre park featuring over 40 miles of hiking trails, three state park natural areas and miles of trout streams. The park is open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk.
409 locals recommend
Hickory Run State Park
3613 PA-534Explore Hickory Run State Park with your four-legged family members! Pets are welcome to roam at Hickory Run State Park, a 15,990-acre park featuring over 40 miles of hiking trails, three state park natural areas and miles of trout streams. The park is open every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk.
Tobyhanna State Park is located in Monroe and Wayne counties. The park encompasses 5,440 acres including a 170-acre lake. Tobyhanna State Park is open year-round for seasonal activities including hiking, biking, picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, ice fishing, ice skating and camping. Contact the park office for details.
199 locals recommend
Tobyhanna State Park
Pennsylvania 423Tobyhanna State Park is located in Monroe and Wayne counties. The park encompasses 5,440 acres including a 170-acre lake. Tobyhanna State Park is open year-round for seasonal activities including hiking, biking, picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, ice fishing, ice skating and camping. Contact the park office for details.
Restaurants & Dining
The Jubilee Restaurant may be the "Breakfast King of the Poconos,” but you'll find more than morning fare at this Pocono Mountains destination. Step out for a bite and a brew in the newly remodeled restaurant and pub. The Jubilee presents live entertainment on weekends. Award-winning wings are served on special Thursdays and Sundays. Patio dining is open seasonally.
419 locals recommend
Jubilee Restaurant
2067 PA-940The Jubilee Restaurant may be the "Breakfast King of the Poconos,” but you'll find more than morning fare at this Pocono Mountains destination. Step out for a bite and a brew in the newly remodeled restaurant and pub. The Jubilee presents live entertainment on weekends. Award-winning wings are served on special Thursdays and Sundays. Patio dining is open seasonally.
njoy the view of Big Boulder Lake from the main dining room or lakeside patio. The tavern features American cuisine from soups and salads to seafood and steaks. Located a half mile off Route 903 in Lake Harmony, Boulder View Tavern is a favorite family dining spot. Some of the most popular dishes include the short ribs, drunken salmon, wings and burgers. The tavern carries domestic, imported and craft beer as well as a variety of wines and classic cocktails. Take advantage of weekly specials and happy hour every weekday from 5-7pm. Enjoy live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. The tavern also offers catering and banquet space for your special occasion.
269 locals recommend
Boulder View Tavern
123 Lake Harmony Rdnjoy the view of Big Boulder Lake from the main dining room or lakeside patio. The tavern features American cuisine from soups and salads to seafood and steaks. Located a half mile off Route 903 in Lake Harmony, Boulder View Tavern is a favorite family dining spot. Some of the most popular dishes include the short ribs, drunken salmon, wings and burgers. The tavern carries domestic, imported and craft beer as well as a variety of wines and classic cocktails. Take advantage of weekly specials and happy hour every weekday from 5-7pm. Enjoy live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. The tavern also offers catering and banquet space for your special occasion.
Sortino's Italian Kitchen is a new-age red sauce restaurant where old-school Italian cuisine meets the modern age. Your senses don’t lie; Sortino’s is the real deal – from the predictably perfect martini you enjoy in the bar, to the unexpected offering of a Limoncello shot at your table; from homemade pasta to hand-pulled mozzarella; from brick-oven pizzas that reflect the imagination of the chef to a lasagna made the same way today as it has been for generations. Whether you’re dining with friends, gathering with colleagues or simply feeding the kids, Sortino’s satisfies the appetite and soothes your soul with the flavors of Italy and the warmth of family.
25 locals recommend
Sortino's Italian Kitchen
250 Kalahari BlvdSortino's Italian Kitchen is a new-age red sauce restaurant where old-school Italian cuisine meets the modern age. Your senses don’t lie; Sortino’s is the real deal – from the predictably perfect martini you enjoy in the bar, to the unexpected offering of a Limoncello shot at your table; from homemade pasta to hand-pulled mozzarella; from brick-oven pizzas that reflect the imagination of the chef to a lasagna made the same way today as it has been for generations. Whether you’re dining with friends, gathering with colleagues or simply feeding the kids, Sortino’s satisfies the appetite and soothes your soul with the flavors of Italy and the warmth of family.
Louie's Prime is a fine dining steakhouse with a casual atmosphere. Taking pride in their menu, presentation and service. They offer high-quality steaks and creative dishes, a full-service bar, and an excellent wine list with 15 plus wines by the glass.
178 locals recommend
Louie's Prime Steakhouse
244 Lake Harmony RdLouie's Prime is a fine dining steakhouse with a casual atmosphere. Taking pride in their menu, presentation and service. They offer high-quality steaks and creative dishes, a full-service bar, and an excellent wine list with 15 plus wines by the glass.
Established in 1987, Shenanigans has been the number one fan spot in Lake Harmony for food, music, sports, and fun. Shenanigans is a four-season eatery offering burgers, appetizers, entrees, great wings and much more. They are the home of the Boomers Night Club, which hosts a Friday Night Happy Hour with complimentary appetizers, live entertainment and reduced-price drinks. Boomers has DJ entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights, karaoke and occasional big band entertainment. Check out their website for weekly specials.
175 locals recommend
Shenanigans
286 Lake Harmony RdEstablished in 1987, Shenanigans has been the number one fan spot in Lake Harmony for food, music, sports, and fun. Shenanigans is a four-season eatery offering burgers, appetizers, entrees, great wings and much more. They are the home of the Boomers Night Club, which hosts a Friday Night Happy Hour with complimentary appetizers, live entertainment and reduced-price drinks. Boomers has DJ entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights, karaoke and occasional big band entertainment. Check out their website for weekly specials.
Piggy's serves delicious food in a cozy, country atmosphere overlooking Lake Harmony. Stop in for breakfast or lunch! At Piggy's, fresh country breakfast is served all day. Breakfast selections include omelettes, buttermilk pancakes and waffles, and french toast. Lunch options include burgers, steaks, wraps and sandwiches. Every meal is served with a complementary basket of blueberry muffins. The restaurant features an on-site country gift shop and an ice cream parlor. Take-out is available.
173 locals recommend
Piggy's
16 N Lakeshore DrPiggy's serves delicious food in a cozy, country atmosphere overlooking Lake Harmony. Stop in for breakfast or lunch! At Piggy's, fresh country breakfast is served all day. Breakfast selections include omelettes, buttermilk pancakes and waffles, and french toast. Lunch options include burgers, steaks, wraps and sandwiches. Every meal is served with a complementary basket of blueberry muffins. The restaurant features an on-site country gift shop and an ice cream parlor. Take-out is available.
Nick’s Lake House is the latest edition of the first hotel and restaurant built in Lake Harmony. The original hotel and restaurant was completed and opened on July 4, 1923. Formerly known as the Lake Harmony Hotel, it catered to residents, both full-time and “week-enders,” and to a steady tourist trade. On this site, prior to 1923, the Henning family operated an ice house business which stored ice cut from the frozen lake in winter. It later changed to the Lake Harmony Lodge, and served as the first and one of the most popular destinations on the scenic Lake Harmony. Today, Nick’s Lake House is pleased to continue this great tradition. Offering waterfront dining, remarkable sunsets, live music all summer, and weekly specials. Every day is special at Nick’s Lake House.
257 locals recommend
Nick's Lake House Restaurant
20 S Lake DrNick’s Lake House is the latest edition of the first hotel and restaurant built in Lake Harmony. The original hotel and restaurant was completed and opened on July 4, 1923. Formerly known as the Lake Harmony Hotel, it catered to residents, both full-time and “week-enders,” and to a steady tourist trade. On this site, prior to 1923, the Henning family operated an ice house business which stored ice cut from the frozen lake in winter. It later changed to the Lake Harmony Lodge, and served as the first and one of the most popular destinations on the scenic Lake Harmony. Today, Nick’s Lake House is pleased to continue this great tradition. Offering waterfront dining, remarkable sunsets, live music all summer, and weekly specials. Every day is special at Nick’s Lake House.
Bailey's welcomes families with a comfortable and relaxed dining environment. Quality is the belief behind Bailey’s food. Their menu is quite extensive with awesome burgers, succulent ribs, and fresh seafood, and pasta. They offer a great children’s menu and delicious desserts. Parties can be accommodated in their private dining spaces.
52 locals recommend
The Original Bailey's
1224 Pocono BlvdBailey's welcomes families with a comfortable and relaxed dining environment. Quality is the belief behind Bailey’s food. Their menu is quite extensive with awesome burgers, succulent ribs, and fresh seafood, and pasta. They offer a great children’s menu and delicious desserts. Parties can be accommodated in their private dining spaces.
desaki Japanese Restaurant is the Pocono Mountains' foremost destination for sizzling Hibachi and fresh sushi! desaki's entertaining Hibachi chefs will prepare all of your favorites right before your eyes ensuring it is just the way you like it. The renowned sushi menu includes traditional items as well as unique creations. desaki is conveniently located on Route 611 just minutes from Mount Airy Casino Resort, Great Wolf Lodge, The Crossings Premium Outlets and Camelback Mountain.
271 locals recommend
desaki Restaurant
2054 PA-611desaki Japanese Restaurant is the Pocono Mountains' foremost destination for sizzling Hibachi and fresh sushi! desaki's entertaining Hibachi chefs will prepare all of your favorites right before your eyes ensuring it is just the way you like it. The renowned sushi menu includes traditional items as well as unique creations. desaki is conveniently located on Route 611 just minutes from Mount Airy Casino Resort, Great Wolf Lodge, The Crossings Premium Outlets and Camelback Mountain.
At Pocono Brewery Company, craft beer isn’t a business. It's art. Pocono Brewery Company's craft beers start with locally inspired ideas. Beers are available by glass, flight and growler and served alongside wood-fired pizza, pub fare and Italian specialties. Open daily.
172 locals recommend
Pocono Brewery Company
2092 PA-611At Pocono Brewery Company, craft beer isn’t a business. It's art. Pocono Brewery Company's craft beers start with locally inspired ideas. Beers are available by glass, flight and growler and served alongside wood-fired pizza, pub fare and Italian specialties. Open daily.
Double Cut Charcoal Grill/Liquor Bar is a signature dining experience where every detail is considered to transport you from the stresses of business and life. Transport into this contemporary steakhouse, featuring a menu with robust selections cooked over hot coals including steak, seafood, chops, chicken and vegetables. The décor is modern, but not pretentious. The ambiance, sophisticated and multi-sensory, yet comfortable. The staff, educated, but not showy. The uniforms unique, but classically tasteful. Welcome to Double Cut
31 locals recommend
Double Cut
250 Kalahari BlvdDouble Cut Charcoal Grill/Liquor Bar is a signature dining experience where every detail is considered to transport you from the stresses of business and life. Transport into this contemporary steakhouse, featuring a menu with robust selections cooked over hot coals including steak, seafood, chops, chicken and vegetables. The décor is modern, but not pretentious. The ambiance, sophisticated and multi-sensory, yet comfortable. The staff, educated, but not showy. The uniforms unique, but classically tasteful. Welcome to Double Cut
Golf
Claim your piece of the mountain at Jack Frost National Golf Course! Experience the forgiving fairways and undulating greens at this 7,200-yard golf paradise. Jack Frost National follows the natural contours of the mountain offering wooded valleys with lush foliage. An impressive, state-of the-art practice facility is available prior to your round.
131 locals recommend
Jack Frost National Golf Club
1 Jack Frost Mountain RdClaim your piece of the mountain at Jack Frost National Golf Course! Experience the forgiving fairways and undulating greens at this 7,200-yard golf paradise. Jack Frost National follows the natural contours of the mountain offering wooded valleys with lush foliage. An impressive, state-of the-art practice facility is available prior to your round.
Pocono Manor offers 18 holes of championship golf, conveniently located less than two hours from New York, New Jersey, and Philadelphia. Surrounded by the beauty of the Poconos, the East Course offers players unique challenges, water hazards and scenic mountain views. Touched by designers Donald Ross and William Flynn, the East Course has tested a number of legendary players since opening in 1912, including Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, and our own local Masters champion, Art Wall Jr. It has also played host to All-Star golf, including the LPGA, several PGA Senior events, and numerous group outings.
30 locals recommend
Pocono Manor Golf Course
395 Manor DrivePocono Manor offers 18 holes of championship golf, conveniently located less than two hours from New York, New Jersey, and Philadelphia. Surrounded by the beauty of the Poconos, the East Course offers players unique challenges, water hazards and scenic mountain views. Touched by designers Donald Ross and William Flynn, the East Course has tested a number of legendary players since opening in 1912, including Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, and our own local Masters champion, Art Wall Jr. It has also played host to All-Star golf, including the LPGA, several PGA Senior events, and numerous group outings.
Family Fun
Pocono Raceway is the "Tricky Triangle," home track to the greatest fans in racing! Pocono Raceway allows camping guests to bring dogs inside the infield during race weekends. They even have a dog park called the Pocono Raceway "Bark Park," the first dog park inside a motorsports venue. Pocono Raceway provides a family-friendly experience at a great value. Pocono Raceway host the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series.
321 locals recommend
Pocono Raceway
1234 Long Pond RdPocono Raceway is the "Tricky Triangle," home track to the greatest fans in racing! Pocono Raceway allows camping guests to bring dogs inside the infield during race weekends. They even have a dog park called the Pocono Raceway "Bark Park," the first dog park inside a motorsports venue. Pocono Raceway provides a family-friendly experience at a great value. Pocono Raceway host the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series.
Get ready, because you’ve never experienced an all-under-one-roof vacation destination like Kalahari Resorts and Conventions before! Kalahari Resorts and Conventions welcomes you to the Pocono Mountains. With 220,000 square feet of wet and wild indoor fun, with a bonus outdoor park, featuring a retractable roof, no matter what the weather is like outside, you'll be able to splash all day long at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, where you’ll be transported to an authentically African, world away, beyond expectations experience. You’ll never have a dull moment with the rides, slides like the Anaconda (America's first virtual reality waterslide), and pools in this park! Play away the days with family and friends, and rest in well-appointed guestrooms and suites. Enjoy an extreme Family Entertainment Center and arcade, full-service spa, fitness center, restaurants, retail shops and much more all under one roof. Welcome to Kalahari.
38 locals recommend
Kalahari Waterpark Resort Convention Center
250 Kalahari BlvdGet ready, because you’ve never experienced an all-under-one-roof vacation destination like Kalahari Resorts and Conventions before! Kalahari Resorts and Conventions welcomes you to the Pocono Mountains. With 220,000 square feet of wet and wild indoor fun, with a bonus outdoor park, featuring a retractable roof, no matter what the weather is like outside, you'll be able to splash all day long at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, where you’ll be transported to an authentically African, world away, beyond expectations experience. You’ll never have a dull moment with the rides, slides like the Anaconda (America's first virtual reality waterslide), and pools in this park! Play away the days with family and friends, and rest in well-appointed guestrooms and suites. Enjoy an extreme Family Entertainment Center and arcade, full-service spa, fitness center, restaurants, retail shops and much more all under one roof. Welcome to Kalahari.
Split Rock Resort is a four-season, family-friendly destination that will keep parents and kids entertained all vacation long, year after year! For your next family getaway, choose Split Rock Resort, located in the scenic Pocono Mountains. Split Rock has an indoor waterpark, arcade, miniature golf course, cosmic bowling alley, movie theater, indoor and outdoor pools, basketball, racquetball, tennis, daily activities, kayaking, canoeing, and beach access to the beautiful Lake Harmony. Your family won't go hungry with the resort's variety of dining options, including the Split Rock Grill and Lake View Tavern. Parents who want a little vacation of their own can enjoy the 27-hole golf course, on-site spa and salon, and bar areas. Split Rock Resort is family fun for all!
154 locals recommend
Split Rock Resort
428 Moseywood RdSplit Rock Resort is a four-season, family-friendly destination that will keep parents and kids entertained all vacation long, year after year! For your next family getaway, choose Split Rock Resort, located in the scenic Pocono Mountains. Split Rock has an indoor waterpark, arcade, miniature golf course, cosmic bowling alley, movie theater, indoor and outdoor pools, basketball, racquetball, tennis, daily activities, kayaking, canoeing, and beach access to the beautiful Lake Harmony. Your family won't go hungry with the resort's variety of dining options, including the Split Rock Grill and Lake View Tavern. Parents who want a little vacation of their own can enjoy the 27-hole golf course, on-site spa and salon, and bar areas. Split Rock Resort is family fun for all!
Great Wolf Lodge is your time-together destination for family water fun where you will always play for free in the gigantic indoor waterpark. Starting with zero-depth entry pools and play areas, and going up more than four stories to the start of Alberta Falls, you’ll find 50-foot vertical drops, 180-degree spin outs, water roller coasters, family raft rides, pools, rivers, hot springs and even cozy cabanas to hang out in. Add fantastic, newly renovated suites, sensational dining options, magical games, and nightly story times, and you have everything you need under one roof. Book your family adventure today!
358 locals recommend
Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark
1 Great Wolf DrGreat Wolf Lodge is your time-together destination for family water fun where you will always play for free in the gigantic indoor waterpark. Starting with zero-depth entry pools and play areas, and going up more than four stories to the start of Alberta Falls, you’ll find 50-foot vertical drops, 180-degree spin outs, water roller coasters, family raft rides, pools, rivers, hot springs and even cozy cabanas to hang out in. Add fantastic, newly renovated suites, sensational dining options, magical games, and nightly story times, and you have everything you need under one roof. Book your family adventure today!
Casino
The casino resort features a mix of more than 1,800 of the latest slot machines and hottest table games. With over 70 tables, every type of player is sure to be satisfied. The beautiful, 65,144-square-foot gaming floor offers over 1,800 of the hottest slots. Mount Airy Casino Resort offers a game for every type of player from penny machines to high limits. You can play classics such as Blazin 7's, Tower of Power, Wheel of Fortune and Jackpot Party. Or if you prefer to be on the cutting edge of gaming you can play Lucky Penny, the Giant Cash Spin machine and Dirty Dancing! If it is the thrill of live table games you seek Mount Airy has you covered with all of your favorite games including, Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Poker and more. Mount Airy Casino Resort is the first casino resort in Pennsylvania to receive the AAA Four Diamond Award.
824 locals recommend
Mount Airy Casino
312 Woodland RdThe casino resort features a mix of more than 1,800 of the latest slot machines and hottest table games. With over 70 tables, every type of player is sure to be satisfied. The beautiful, 65,144-square-foot gaming floor offers over 1,800 of the hottest slots. Mount Airy Casino Resort offers a game for every type of player from penny machines to high limits. You can play classics such as Blazin 7's, Tower of Power, Wheel of Fortune and Jackpot Party. Or if you prefer to be on the cutting edge of gaming you can play Lucky Penny, the Giant Cash Spin machine and Dirty Dancing! If it is the thrill of live table games you seek Mount Airy has you covered with all of your favorite games including, Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Poker and more. Mount Airy Casino Resort is the first casino resort in Pennsylvania to receive the AAA Four Diamond Award.
Shopping
For shopping that's always worth the trip! The Crossings Premium Outlets features over 100 designer and name brand outlet stores offering savings of 25% to 65% every day. Located just off I-80, Exit 299 in Tannersville, The Crossings Premium Outlets is open year-round except Christmas Day. Group and motor coach discounts are available.
762 locals recommend
The Crossings Premium Outlets
1000 Premium Outlets DrFor shopping that's always worth the trip! The Crossings Premium Outlets features over 100 designer and name brand outlet stores offering savings of 25% to 65% every day. Located just off I-80, Exit 299 in Tannersville, The Crossings Premium Outlets is open year-round except Christmas Day. Group and motor coach discounts are available.