When does snow tubing start in the Poconos? What resorts offer snow tubing Poconos for kids? What about night snow tubing Poconos? You've got questions, and we've got answers so you can plan the perfect winter day trying the best snow tubing in Poconos!
After Dark Snow Tubing
Light up the night while Camelback Mountain snow tubing in the Poconos!
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What is Snow Tubing?
Snow tubing is an all-thrill, no-skill activity perfect for the whole family or a group of friends. Giant tubes are ready and waiting for you, multiple, dedicated snow tubing lanes mean you can race each other down the slopes, and carpet and surface lifts allow you to skip the tiring climb uphill. Just a few hours' drive from the city, the Poconos is the perfect place to go snow tubing near Philadelphia. It's a must-try winter adventure to experience on a day trip or during a longer overnight getaway!
How does Snow Tubing Pocono Mountains work?
Pocono snow tubing is available at hills convenient to local lodgings as well as at all our fantastic area ski resorts. You can even try out-of-this-world, after-dark tubing at Blue Mountain and Camelback Mountain, the two largest and top rated tubing resorts in the country. Snow tubing is a great activity for kids! Exact requirements vary at each Poconos tubing resort, but typically guests must be at least four years old to participate and a minimum 40-46 inches to ride alone. Keep reading to learn more about where to go snow tubing in the Poconos.
Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge
1. Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge
With a little help from Mother Nature, the 5,500-acre grounds of Skytop Lodge are a winter wonderland at this time of year, and the Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge is the place to go for snow tubing after a snowfall. Reservations are required for resort and day guests, so be sure to call ahead of time or book online. Enjoy the hill's two runs on single or tandem tubes. There's also a tow system so that you can skip the climb back up to the top. Cash or room charge payments only are accepted.
Snow Tubing for Kids
Solo riders must be at least 40 inches tall. The minimum age is four years old, and the minimum height is 33 inches. Guests between 33 and 40 inches may ride in a double tube accompanied by an 18+ adult. Check with the resort to reference the most up-to-date rules and regulations.
Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge - Snow Tubing
Updated: Open weather dependent. Call 855-345-7759 to book your session. Set out for snowy fun the…
Big Boulder Ski Area
2. Big Boulder Ski Area
Don't miss the chance to experience the bubly Tube Park at Big Boulder Ski Area in Lake Harmony this year! Two 600-foot conveyor carpet lifts whisk guests up the hill to slide down the snowy chutes. Prepare for some friendly competition! Head to their website to book your two-hour session in advance. Snow tubing at Big Boulder is set to begin December 26, 2025.
Snow Tubing for Kids
Guests must be at least 4 years old and 42 inches tall to participate. Each tube holds a single rider, and lap riding is not allowed. Check with the resort to reference the most up-to-date rules and regulations.
Big Boulder Ski Area - Snow Tubing
A favorite family activity in the Pocono Mountains! Bring your family out for a day of snow tubing…
Blue Mountain Resort
3. Blue Mountain Resort
Get ready to take on the the largest snow tubing park in the country at Blue Mountain Resort! Gather your squad, the more the merrier, and race down up to 55 lanes extending 1,000 feet downhill; you can really build up some speed! There are three carpet lifts to get you back to the top of the hill after a run, plus outdoor seating and firepits to enjoy when you're taking a break. Christmas Snow Tubing at Blue Mountain Resort is available now!
Snow Tubing for Kids
Blue Mountain has a minimum height requirement of 36 inches. Check with the resort to reference the most up-to-date rules and regulations.
Night Snow Tubing
Stick around after sunset for exciting sonic tubing with lights and music. Start times typically range from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Watch the stars come out as you zip down the glowing slopes.
Blue Mountain Resort - Snow Tubing
With up to 46 lanes over 1,000 feet long and three lifts to take you back to the top, the thrills…
Camelback Mountain
4. Camelback Mountain
The largest ski resort in the Poconos, Camelback Mountain has ranked the #1 snow tubing destination in the country for three years running in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Zip down up to 42 different lanes! When you need a break, stop in the Snow Tubing Lodge to refuel with some hot chocolate and delicious snacks. Plan an overnight stay at adjacent Camelback Resort & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark to give yourself time for more snow-filled and splash-filled fun! Snow tubing at Camelback is set to begin December 11, 2025.
Snow Tubing for Kids
In order to ride alone, guests must be at least 44 inches tall. Guests between 33 inches and 43 inches may ride in a double tube or chain with a participating 18+ adult. Check with the resort to reference the most up-to-date rules and regulations.
Night Snow Tubing
Make a plan to come back after sundown for Camelback's glow-in-the-dark tubing, with start times varying between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. The snow is lit in vibrant neon colors with great music playing across the slopes.
Camelback Mountain - Snow Tubing
Camelback Mountain is home to one of the biggest Snow Tubing Parks in the USA! With up to 42 snow…
Shawnee Mountain Ski Area
5. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area
The snow tubing park at Shawnee Mountain Ski Area has lots of lanes lanes and fantastic snowmaking capabilities. Fly down the mountainside in a single or tandem adult-and-child tube, then let one of the two surface lifts transport you back to the top for another run. Sessions are offered seven days a week, and tickets are sold online only, so be sure to book on the website before you go! Snow tubing at Shawnee Mountain is set to begin December 20, 2025.
Snow Tubing for Kids
Guests must be at least four years or older to snow tube. Solo riders must be at least 46 inches tall. Guests over four years old but under 46 inches tall may ride in a tandem tube with an 18+ adult. Check with the resort to reference the most up-to-date rules and regulations.
Shawnee Mountain Ski Area - Snow Tubing
Updated: Reservations are required and must be purchased in advance online. Snow tubing is a great…
Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain
6. Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain
Enjoy the ride over fresh powder at Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain! Open weekends, with special holiday hours also available weather permitting, the snow tubing hill features 500-foot chutes and single-rider snow tubes. If seeing the skiers and snowboarders flying down the nearby mountainside makes you feel like giving a different kind of downhill a try, Ski Big Bear offers great group and private lessons for beginners. Snow tubing at Ski Big Bear is set to begin December 26, 2025.
Snow Tubing for Kids
Guests must be at least 42 inches tall to participate, and double tubes are available. Lap riding is not permitted Check with the resort to reference the most up-to-date rules and regulations.
Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain - Snow Tubing
Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain offers snow tubing in individual tubes. Snow tubing chutes are…
White Lightning Snowtubing
7. White Lightning Snowtubing
Centrally located in East Stroudsburg, White Lightning Snowtubing makes its own snow to cover their downhill lanes. The snow tubing hills are part of the Winter Fun Center at Pocono Mountain Villas and are open select dates, January through March. Bring the whole family along for a snow day to remember, zipping down the slopes as fast as lightning!
Snow Tubing for Kids
Guests must be at least four years old and 40 inches tall to participate. Only single riders are allowed. Family and double tubes are not available. Check with the resort to reference the most up-to-date rules and regulations.
White Lightning Snowtubing
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Pocono Snow Tubing FAQ
1. When does snow tubing start in the Poconos?
When does snow tubing start in the Poconos?
The start of skiing and snow tubing season in the Pocono Mountains varies year by year depending on weather conditions. Once the temperatures dip low enough, the ski areas can start making their own snow to cover the trails and snow tubing hills. Many snow tubing parks aim to open in time for holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas: be sure to check each property’s website for up-to-date opening times.
2. Are Kalahari snow tubing and Great Wolf snow tubing available?
Are Kalahari snow tubing and Great Wolf snow tubing available?
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions and Great Wolf Lodge do not offer snow tubing on their resort grounds, but there are plenty of snow tubing spots to try just a short drive away like Camelback Mountain.
3. Where can I try Poconos sledding?
Where can I try Poconos sledding?
Sledding is allowed at some parks in the Poconos like Prompton State Park. Be sure to follow posted regulations. Looking for Poconos dog sledding? Make your reservation early with Arctic Paws Dog Sled Tours. When the temperatures are low enough, snow making machines make downhill thrills at snow tubing parks possible even when they're aren't any flurries in the forecast!
4. Where can I ski or snowboard in the Pocono Mountains?
Where can I ski or snowboard in the Pocono Mountains?
Skiing and snowboarding trails as well as rentals and lessons are available at six different ski areas in the Pocono Mountains. Check out our guide to find the best Poconos slopes for your ski day!
5. Is night snow tubing available in the Poconos?
Is night snow tubing available in the Poconos?
Yes! Popular glow-in-the-dark, evening snow tubing sessions with neon lights and music are available at Camelback Mountain and Blue Mountain.
6. Can kids go snow tubing in the Poconos?
Can kids go snow tubing in the Poconos?
Yes, snow tubing in the Poconos is a great activity for kids! Exact requirements vary by resort, but typically guests must be at least four years old to participate and 40-46 inches tall to ride alone.
7. Do I need to bring my own equipment for snow tubing?
Do I need to bring my own equipment for snow tubing?
Snow tubing parks in the Poconos will provide the snow, the lanes, the magic carpets, and your snow tube, so the only equipment you need to bring is winter clothing - don't forget waterproof boots, jacket, pants, gloves, hat, and scarf.
8. Are reservations required for Poconos snow tubing?
Are reservations required for Poconos snow tubing?
Reservations are either required or recommended at most Poconos snow tubing resorts. Be sure to go online to book ahead of time!
9. What safety measures are in place at Poconos snow tubing parks?
What safety measures are in place at Poconos snow tubing parks?
At snow tubing parks in the Poconos, you'll glide down the mountain in dedicated chutes which will guide your tube safely to the bottom of the hill. Staff are on hand to answer any questions and make sure you stay safe. Snow tubing is typically a very safe activity with a lower risk of injury than other downhill winter sports; however, there are still some risks due to prolonged exposure to the cold temperatures and the rapid motion. Consult your snow tubing park's rules and safety regulations for more details.
10. Where can I find family-friendly snow tubing in the Poconos?
Where can I find family-friendly snow tubing in the Poconos?
Family snow tubing in the Poconos is available at the following resorts...
11. Can I do snow tubing and skiing or snowboarding at the same resort?
Can I do snow tubing and skiing or snowboarding at the same resort?
Yes, Pocono ski resorts like Blue Mountain Resort, Camelback Mountain, Shawnee Mountain, Big Boulder, and Ski Big Bear offer both skiing and snowboarding as well as snow tubing! Snow tubing tickets and ski lift tickets are typically sold separately.
More Snow Tubing Info
More Snow Tubing Info
Don't forget to go online to book your snow tubing sessions in advance to reserve your spot! Take your time on the slopes to the next level by booking a ski or snowboard lesson and keep an eye on our snow report to find weather condition updates. Check out day trip ideas and more ski and snow activities to plan a fantastic winter escape to the Poconos this season.
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