A Year Through Your Eyes: A #PoconoMtns Instagram Roundup

1. Snow-covered Thrills

Shawnee Mountain Ski Area marked the start of its 50th season in 2025! There are six fantastic ski areas in the Poconos Mountains where snow enthusiasts of all ages can suit up for a day of winter fun flying down the slopes. If you've never tried skiing or snowboarding before, now is the perfect time to learn or experience snow tubing at two of the largest snow tubing parks in the country!

2. Snow-covered Chill

This year, visitors to the Poconos relaxed in the midst of nature at memorable places to stay like Ledges Hotel in Hawley, which is perched next to the stunning Paupack Falls. Throughout all four seasons, an overnight trip in the Pocono Mountains is the perfect way to unplug and surround yourself in serene natural beauty.

3. Waterfall Chasing

From the two largest waterfalls in the commonwealth tucked away in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area to Bushkill Falls, known as the "Niagara of Pennsylvania," the waterfalls in the Poconos are beloved destinations year after year.

4. A Trip Back in Time

In 2025, many families stepped back into the rich history of the region at museums like beautiful Grey Towers National Historic Site, known as the "Birthplace of the American Conservation Movement." Launched this year, the Pocono History & Arts Trail offers audio guides and more to help guests discover important American landmarks in the area. We can't wait to celebrate America250PA starting in 2026!

5. Race Weekend

Were you in the sold-out Pocono Raceway crowd at this summer's Great American Getaway 400 during 2025 NASCAR Race Weekend? This year's event once again drew record-breaking crowds to "The Tricky Triangle". Save the date for 2026 NASCAR Race Weekend at Pocono Raceway happening June 12-14, 2026! Another great way to feel the thrill of the track firsthand is to book a stock car racing experience.

6. Rocking Performances

From Penn's Peak and Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe to the historic Milford Theater & Performing Arts Center and the iconic Sherman Theater in downtown Stroudsburg, Pocono music venues hosted fantastic acts and exciting concerts in 2025. Get your tickets now to see artists like Josh Turner, Lee Brice, Maddie and Tae, and more in the Pocono Mountains in 2026.

7. Delicious Drinks & Dishes

2025 brought plenty of great food and drink events to the Poconos, including two Pocono Mountains Restaurant Weeks in April and November, the Kalahari Food & Not Just Wine Festival and more. From breweries, wineries, and distilleries along the Pocono Beverage Trail to farm-to-table eateries like Native in Honesdale, there's no shortage of fantastic flavor in the Poconos!

8. Stunning Fall Foliage

You won't be-leaf the foliage you'll find in the Poconos! Every fall, our region comes alive in a blaze of brilliant autumn color. Find a cozy bed and breakfast or lakeside cabin rental and start planning your 2026 fall escape, complete with harvest festivals and scenic road trips.

9. Popping the Question

Congratulations to the many Pocono couples who put a ring on it this year! Whether during a panoramic hike on the Switchback Railroad Trail or during an unforgettable Picturesque Luxury Picnic, the Poconos provides perfect backdrops for proposals and special moments like weddings and romantic getaways.

10. Furry Friends

Exploring the Poconos is better with friends, especially the four-legged variety! Dogs and their owners enjoyed fun and fresh air at the many pet-friendly attractions and places to stay in the Poconos this year.

Plan Your 2026 Poconos Adventure

For your daily photo inspo from the Pocono Mountains, be sure to follow @PoconoTourism on Instagram. Fiind beautiful places to stay and things to do throughout all four seasons. Remember to tag your Pocono photos with #PoconoMtns. Here’s to another year of making Pocono memories!

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