8 Everyday Places to Watch the Sunset in the Poconos

1. Big Pocono State Park

Enjoy the 360-degree panorama of soft evening colors at Big Pocono State Park in Tannersville, PA. There are over 1,300 acres of rugged terrain to explore and hike, but visitors can also drive up to the summit of Camelback Mountain to take in the expansive views along scenic Rim Road.

2. Promised Land State Park

The state parks in the Poconos are fantastic places to go to watch the sunset, and the lakes in Promised Land State Park make the fading colors in the evening sky even more scenic. You can even enjoy the view with your pets!

3. Lake Wallenpaupack Sunset

Lake Wallenpaupack is one of the best places to see sunset in the Poconos! The setting sun has twice the drama, as the sky’s colors are reflected in the lake’s 5,700 rippling acres. Take your cue from the ducks and get out on the water to take in the sunset when you book a boat rental with local outfitters. Every Wallenpaupack sunset is different: find a place to stay close to the water’s edge like East Shore Lodging or Silver Birches Resort to enjoy the show every night of your trip. Events like the Lake Wallenpaupack Centennial Celebration and Wally Lake Fest are perfect to pair with summer sunset watching!

4. Milford Knob Trail

Would you rather get up early to watch the sunrise? Hike up the Cliff Trail or Milford Knob Trail right outside of charming Milford to look east over the Delaware River as the day begins.

5. Equestrian House

Located on 100 secluded acres in Wayne County in the northern Poconos region, Equestrian House offers amazing sunset views and incredible Poconos stargazing. Book an overnight stay in this country getaway's log cabin, cottages, or suites to kick back and savor the clear sky arching overhead.

6. Mountain View Vineyard Winery

Just outside of Stroudsburg, scenic Mountain View Vineyard is a winery, brewery, and distillery all-in-one with beautiful patio views. Snap some Pocono vineyard sunset photos as you sip your favorite hand-crafted beverage. Make a plan to explore more of the area's stunning wineries, breweries, and distilleries to discover even more relaxing Pocono Beverage Trail sunsets and outdoor tasting patios.

7. Lehigh Gap Nature Center

The famed Appalachian Trail runs along the southern edge of the Pocono Mountains region, cresting Kittatinny Ridge as it stretches from Delaware Water Gap and Mount Minsi in the east to Blue Mountain and Lehigh Gap Nature Center in the west. Golden hour is an ideal time to follow the white blazes and enjoy the sunset over the mountains.

8. Aerial Poconos Sunset

Take your sunset quest to new heights and get a drone's eye view of the Poconos when you book an air tour with Moyer Aviation or Pocono Helitours. Departing from Pocono Mountains Regional Airport in Tobyhanna, your pilot will fly you to see some of the most scenic sunset views in the Poconos.

Pocono Mountain Sunsets

Check out sunset events like the Sunset Wellness Walk at Van Scott Nature Reserve of the Delaware Highlands Conservancy, Sunflowers at Sunset - Opening Night of Sunflower Festival at Yenser's Tree Farm, or the Sunset Dinner Train aboard The Stourbridge Line.

There are even more beautiful views as well as tasty dishes to discover at our region’s restaurants, plus plenty of take out options to provide a sunset picnic. Take advantage of special offers and plan a stay at welcoming local accommodations to give yourself time to enjoy a whole weekend or even week of sunsets. Scroll down to see even more beautiful evening skies from throughout the four seasons all over the region!

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