Pocono Mountains Blog, Trip Ideas, Things to Do & Visitor Stories

A view of the pumpkin patch at Heckman Orchards in the Poconos.

15 Best Things to Do in the Poconos for Fall Fun

An autumnal view of the Hotel Fauchere in charming downtown Milford in the Poconos.

10 Quaint & Cozy Pocono Towns for the Ultimate 2026 Fall Getaway

Looking for a fall getaway destination that has it all? With dazzling fall foliage, welcoming small towns, lots of outdoor…

Looking for a fall getaway destination that has it all? With dazzling fall foliage, welcoming small towns, lots of outdoor adventure and fantastic accommodations, the Pocono Mountains region of…

A view of Shohola Falls surrounded by autumnal trees in the Pocono Mountains.

5 Best Areas to Catch Fall Foliage in the Poconos in 2026

The fall colors in Poconos are calling: it's time to take that autumn trip to savor the splendor of Poconos fall foliage! The…

The fall colors in Poconos are calling: it's time to take that autumn trip to savor the splendor of Poconos fall foliage! The Pocono Mountains region covers four counties and 2,400 square miles…

Mount Pocono hosts its annual Harvest Festival.

Pocono Mountains Fall Festival Guide for Families

Things to Do

A group of women with wine glasses relax by the fireplace in the Library Lounge at Skytop Lodge in the Pocono Mountains.

Poconos Girlfriend Getaway Weekend | Itinerary & Guide

A couple wanders the ground at Three Hammers Winery in the Poconos.

11 Things to Do for Couples in the Poconos

A family gets dressed up in Halloween costumes at Great Wolf Lodge. ESW

Trick or Treat? A Breakdown of Pocono Halloween Events

A view of the fall foliage train getting ready to depart on the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway in Jim Thorpe.

Hop Aboard the Pocono Foliage Express: Best Fall Foliage Train Rides in the Poconos

A view of I-80 weaving through Delaware Water Gap in the Poconos.

7 Eye-Catching Poconos Fall Foliage Scenic Drives

Eat & Drink

Sample delicious craft brews in the Pocono Mountains

Breweries in the Pocono Mountains

Best Ice Cream in the Pocono Mountains

Friends meet up for happy hour in the Poconos.

Best Happy Hours and Drink Specials in the Poconos

Poconos Girlfriend Getaway Weekend | Itinerary & Guide

Thursday, October 22, 2026 12:00 PM by Emily Whalen

Ladies, we all know how good it feels to finally get the gang back together for some fun. Start that group text: it’s time for a girls’ trip, and the Pocono Mountains region of Pennsylvania is the perfect…

Categories: Things to Do

An aerial fall view of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area in the Poconos.

Delaware Water Gap: Best Hikes by Difficulty Level

Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00 PM by Emily Whalen

Stretching along the Pennsylvania-New Jersey border, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (DWGNRA) is a great place to get off the grid and surround yourself in 70,000 acres of scenic beauty during a Delaware Water…

Categories: Places to Stay

11 Things to Do for Couples in the Poconos

Thursday, October 8, 2026 12:00 PM by Emily Whalen

Romantic places in the Poconos are perfect for impressing your date or treating your sweetheart. Enjoy some one-on-one time and make memories together during an adults only escape to the Pocono Mountains!

Categories: Romance, Things to Do

Trick or Treat? A Breakdown of Pocono Halloween Events

Thursday, October 1, 2026 12:00 PM by Emily Whalen

Are you ready to experience the haunts of the 2026 fall season in the Pocono Mountains?

Categories: Events, Things to Do

Hop Aboard the Pocono Foliage Express: Best Fall Foliage Train Rides in the Poconos

Thursday, September 24, 2026 12:00 PM by Emily Whalen

Want to experience the beautiful fall foliage and rich heritage of the Pocono Mountains at the same time? Climb aboard for a Poconos scenic train ride!

Categories: Things to Do