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30 Fun Things to Do in the Poconos
There’s no off-season for adventure here in the awe-inspiring Pocono Mountains. Regardless of the season, the Poconos allure travelers of all kinds to enjoy the region’s many perks, such as seemingly endless outdoor adventures, historic boroughs, and, of course, the top-rated family resort in the United States. Woodloch Resort is not only centrally located near the area’s most popular attractions, lakes, and outfitters, but guests can partake in as many as three dozen activities on a given day (as seen on the daily activity sheet).
With so many fun things to do in the Poconos throughout the year, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer volume of exciting activities. Luckily for you and your family, we’ve pieced together 30 of the best things to do in the Poconos, ranging from bass fishing on Lake Wallenpaupack to backpacking along the Delaware Water Gap.
The Top Things to Do in the Poconos
As one of the premier all-inclusive resorts in Pennsylvania (and the country), we’re committed to providing each and every guest with the experience of a lifetime. These efforts wouldn’t be possible without the hard work from our small village of employees—it also wouldn’t be necessary without adventurous families, such as yourselves. To ensure that your next visit to Hawley, PA, is nothing short of spectacular, we’ve compiled a list of 30 fun things to do in the Poconos. Click the links below to learn more about each activity and destination.
- Kayaking (or paddleboarding)
- Snow tubing on Woodloch’s famous homemade hill
- Water skiing
- Hike inside the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary
- Alpine skiing on Masthope Mountain
- Bass fishing
- Climb aboard the Lake Wallenpaupack boat tour
- Go “waterfalling” at Bushkill Falls
- Ice skating on Lake Teedyuskung
- Horseback riding with Triple W Riding Stable
- Leaf peeping
- Beach activities with the kids
- Climbing lessons
- Rafting on the Delaware River
- Golf at Woodloch Springs
- Photograph the Delaware Water Gap
- Tour the Dorflinger Glass Museum
- Spa treatments
- The Lake Wallenpaupack Air Tour
- Wine tasting
- Conquer an escape room
- Embark on a much-needed digital detox
- Try forest bathing
- See a live show
- Get the Christmas spirit
- Celebrate Halloween in style
- Don’t let the rain get you down: the top 10 rainy day activities
- Go antiquing
Family-Friendly Pocono Mountain Resorts
It’s worth noting that the majority of these adventurous, undeniably fun things to do in the Poconos are offered right here on Woodloch Resort’s 1,200-acre woodland haven. As winter transforms into spring, we welcome thousands of families who are in desperate need of a break from log-jammed streets, blustery dog walks, and early-morning car-starts. To learn more about a potential mid-spring escape, please visit our packages page. You’ll notice that we cover everything from Mother’s Day to Peter Cottontail. Give us a call today at 1-800-966-3562 to speak with a friendly member of our team about available rooms and dates!
