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Emily Whalen

Emily Whalen is the Communications Manager for the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau. A small town coffee shop connoisseur and lifelong lover of the mountains, she is excited to share tips to help visitors make the most of their stay in the Poconos. Sign up to receive the monthly Pocono Mountains Newsletter.

Delaware Water Gap: Best Hikes by Difficulty Level

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 Gap camping or Delaware Water Gap hiking trip. Managed by the National Parks…

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Pocono Coffee Trail

Looking for the best coffee in the Pocono Mountains? From cold brew to single origin to the popular pumpkin spice latte, Pocono coffee spots craft delicious caffeinated specialties with ethically-sourced, small-batch beans…

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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 Pocono Mountains region covers four counties and 2,400 square miles of northeast Pennsylvania's beautiful hills, forests, lakes and rivers with plenty of stunning scenic vistas for visitors to discover…

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