Why go
- Geographic highland and cultural region in Pennsylvania, United States.
- Known for mountains.
- Served by Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport (MPO).
History
The Pocono Mountains, commonly referred to as the Poconos, are a geographical, geological, and cultural region in Northeastern Pennsylvania. They overlook the Delaware River and Delaware Water Gap to the east, Lake Wallenpaupack to the north, the Wyoming Valley and the Coal Region to the west and the Lehigh Valley to the south. The name Pocono is derived from the Munsee word Pokawachne, which means "Creek Between Two Hills".
Where to stay
67 Center Ave, Mt Pocono, PA 18344 · maurrocksbnb.com
2137 PA-940, Pocono Pines, PA 18350 · mountaintoplodge.com
472 Red Rock Rd, Cresco, PA 18326 · woodfieldmanor.com
559 Hemlock Dr, Tobyhanna, PA 18466 · hemlockcampground.com
2060 PA-611, Swiftwater, PA 18370 · theswiftwater.com
30 Edgewood Rd, Mt Pocono, PA 18344 · mtpoconocampground.com
1 Great Wolf Dr, Scotrun, PA 18355 · greatwolf.com
312 Woodland Rd, Mt Pocono, PA 18344 · mountairycasino.com
PA-611, Scotrun, PA 18355 · thousandtrails.com
430 Grange Rd, Mt Pocono, PA 18344 · grangevalley.com
6208 Paradise Valley Rd, Cresco, PA 18326 · covepoconoresorts.com
390 Manor Dr, Pocono Manor, PA 18349 · chccpa.com
193 Resort Dr, Tannersville, PA 18372 · camelbackresort.com
475 Camelback Rd, Tannersville, PA 18372 · chateauresort.com
1244 Pocono Blvd, Mt Pocono, PA 18344 · hotelmpocono.com
4534 PA-447, Canadensis, PA 18325 · brookviewmanor.com
2518 Route 390 Canadensis, PA 18325 · magnoliastreamside.com
301 Resort Dr, Tannersville, PA 18372 · skicamelback.com
3189 PA-940, Mt Pocono, PA 18344 · choicehotels.com
1 Manor Dr, Pocono Manor, PA 18349 · poconomanor.com
490 Brookside Dr, Pocono Pines, PA 18350
7381 Ventnor Dr, Tobyhanna, PA 18466 · flexmls.com
19 Ski Side Ct, Tannersville, PA 18372
PA-611 - Unit 10, Scotrun, PA 18355
Indoor
177 Island Dr, Long Pond, PA 18334
711 Squirrel Cir, Tobyhanna, PA 18466
5115 White Birch Dr, Long Pond, PA 18334
619 Washington Pl, Tobyhanna, PA 18466
Restaurants & places to go
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 06:00-23:00; Su 07:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 2623 PA 715, Tannersville, 18372 · bk.com
Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:30-01:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-02:00; Su 10:30-01:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 1235 Pocono Boulevard, Mount Pocono, 18344 · pizza.dominos.com
Donut, Coffee Shop, Fast Food · Opening hours: 05:00-18:00 Features: takeaway · 2055 PA 611, Swiftwater, 18370 · locations.dunkindonuts.com
Chicken, Fast Food · Opening hours: 10:00-23:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 3328 PA 940, Mount Pocono, 18344 · popeyes.com
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 05:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 3257 PA 940, Mount Pocono, 18344 · starbucks.com
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: 08:00-21:00 Features: takeaway · 3236 PA 940, Mount Pocono, 18344 · restaurants.subway.com
Ice Cream, Ice Cream · Features: outdoor seating · 1187 Pocono Boulevard, Mount Pocono, 18344 · ritasfranchises.com
Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 3128 PA 611, Mount Pocono, 18344 · locations.tacobell.com
Mexican, Pizza, Ice Cream, Fast Food · Features: outdoor seating, takeaway · 6172 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, 18326 · kasaspizza.com
Steak House, Restaurant · Steak House restaurant · 1224 Pocono Boulevard, Mount Pocono, 18344 · baileyssteakhouse.com
Pretzel, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Dessert, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 2948 PA 611, Tannersville, 18372
Chinese, Restaurant · Opening hours: Tu-Th 11:00-21:30; Fr,Sa 11:00-22:30; Su 12:00-21:30
Caribbean, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-20:00; Su 11:00-18:00 · 3236 PA 940, Mount Pocono, 18344
Japanese, Restaurant · Japanese restaurant · 2054 PA 611, Swiftwater, 18370 · desakirestaurant.com
Juice, Fast Food · Juice fast food · 2657 Route 940, Pocono Summit, 18346 · maritzadeliciaspa.com
Italian, Restaurant · Italian restaurant · 6525 PA 191, Cresco, 18326
Diner, Restaurant · Diner restaurant · 2726 PA 611, Tannersville, 18372
Breakfast, Restaurant · Breakfast restaurant · 2185 PA 611, Swiftwater, 18370
Korean, Restaurant · Korean restaurant · 1874 PA 611, Swiftwater, 18344
Asian, Restaurant · Asian restaurant · 312 Woodland Road, Mount Pocono, 18344
Latin American, Restaurant · Latin American restaurant · 112 Cleveland Avenue, Mount Pocono, 18344
Vietnamese, Restaurant · Vietnamese restaurant · 1403 Pocono Boulevard, Mount Pocono, 18344
Seafood, Restaurant · Seafood restaurant · 2972 PA 611, Tannersville, 18372
Restaurant · Opening hours: 07:30-12:00
Fast Food · Opening hours: 10:00-23:00
Cafe · cafe · 6272 PA 191, Cresco, 18326 · redbarnvillage.com
Food Court · food court
Indoor
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: takeaway · 3236 PA 940, 18344 · mcdonalds.com
Pizza, Restaurant · Features: takeaway · 934 Memorial Boulevard, Tobyhanna, 18466
Donut, Coffee Shop, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 07:00-19:00; Fr-Sa 07:00-21:00; Su 07:00-19:00 Features: takeaway · 1000 Premium Outlets Drive,… · locations.dunkindonuts.com
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 89 Oak Street, Mount Pocono, 18344 · locations.kfc.com
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Coffee Shop cafe · 1089 Route 390, Cresco, 18326 · thebiscuitcoffeehouse.com
Ice Cream · Features: outdoor seating, takeaway · 2894 PA 611, Tannersville, 18372 · gabelsicecream.com
Mexican, Fast Food · Mexican fast food
American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 3267 PA 940, Mount Pocono, 18344
Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant · 109 Oak Lane, Cresco, 18326
Caribbean, Restaurant · Caribbean restaurant · 1245 Pocono Boulevard, Mount Pocono, 18344
Juice, Fast Food · Juice fast food
Italian, Restaurant · Italian restaurant · 312 Woodland Road, Mount Pocono, 18344
Diner, Restaurant · Diner restaurant · 910 PA 390, Cresco, 18326
Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 12:00-22:00
Fast Food · Features: outdoor seating · 204 Lake Road, Tobyhanna, 18466
64 more places in the Ultimate edition. See the Ultimate edition →
Airports
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) 24 mi to the centre
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 6 airlines (American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, US Airways, Allegiant Air…) · direct flights to 6 destinations incl. Atlanta, Charlotte, Philadelphia, Chicago, Detroit… (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 6 airlines, 6 direct destinations
- American Airlines AA (CRJ, Dash 8-300) · 2 routes: Charlotte, Philadelphia
- Delta Air Lines DL (CRJ-700, CRJ) · 2 routes: Atlanta*, Detroit*
- US Airways US (CRJ, DH8) · 2 routes: Charlotte, Philadelphia*
- Allegiant Air G4 (MD-80) · 1 route: Sanford
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KL (CRJ-700) · 1 route: Atlanta*
- United Airlines UA (ERJ) · 1 route: Chicago*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport (MPO) 1.6 mi to the centre
Mount Pocono, PA, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Rocky Hill Ultralightport 4.7 mi to the centre
Cresco, PA, US
Flying Dollar Airport 8.6 mi to the centre
Canadensis, PA, US
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport (MPO); 8 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Poconos Mountains, PA. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Local transit
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
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Tours & experiences
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