Check back on April 25, 2023 when this blog will be updated! The best vacations are about reuniting with loved ones and making unforgettable memories across the generations. Grab your grandkids and plan a getaway to the Poconos Mountains to enjoy the fresh air and fun! From all-inclusive family resorts to outdoor adventure, from local hidden gems to incredible events, find Poconos trip ideas that all ages will love.
Located just two hours from New York City and Philadelphia, the Pocono Mountains is an ideal destination for a family meet-up. With 70,000 acres of beautiful scenery, there's plenty of space to spread out and a great variety of activities to try. It's time to get out of the house and get the family back together; keep reading to jump start your next reunion!
All-Inclusive, No-Stress Resorts
If planning a trip feels like a chore, then all-inclusive resorts or room packages are the way to go. Many properties provide everything you need for an amazing getaway all in one comprehensive package, from accommodations to dining to daily activities and nightly entertainment.
Woodloch Resort has been providing a year-round lakeside retreat for families for over 60 years, with abundant family activities and amenities. Choose from a variety of different meal plans and room types, including suites and vacation rentals. They even have championship golf course and one of the world’s best destination spas.
At majestic Skytop Lodge, guests can stay in the historic and grand main building or in deluxe cottages, with a 5,500-acre playground to explore just outside which includes private hiking trails leading past lakes, streams and waterfalls. Enjoy winter fun like ice skating or downhill skiing, snowboarding or snow tubing at the Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge. Depending on which offer you book, you can take advantage of daily breakfast, unlimited golf or even special seasonal decorations in your room.
The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort has package deals that include delicious dining at on-site restaurants. When the winter weather's right, experience the magic of the frozen Delaware River right outside your door with dog sled rides on the ice, or book a snowshoeing expedition on the grounds with local outfitters like Naturfi.
Woodloch Resort
- 731 Welcome Lake Road
- (570) 685-8000
Voted the #1 Family Resort in America! An award-winning lakeside resort in the Pocono…
Skytop Lodge
- One Skytop Lodge Road
- (855) 345-7759
The AAA Four Diamond-rated Skytop Lodge has been a premier northeastern resort for over 90…
The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort
- 100 Shawnee Inn Drive
- (570) 424-4000
Rediscover the outdoors at the historic Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort and be captivated by…
Classic Great Outdoors Getaways
The scenic natural beauty of the Pocono Mountains is a treasure box throughout all four seasons. Introduce your little ones to the magic of winter and bundle up for a horseback ride or sleigh ride through snowy forests and fields! Six Pocono ski areas provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy skiing and snowboarding. For any members of your family who are new to the slopes, this is a great opportunity to learn to ski. Group lessons are available for adults and children! If the simplicity of sledding is more your style, don't miss the many snow tubing hills in the Poconos, including the two largest snow tubing parks in the country.
Horseback Riding
Feel the winter air on your face and enjoy the natural scenery of the Pocono Mountains as you ride…
Sleigh Rides
A Pocono Mountains horse drawn sleigh ride is one of winter's favorite pastimes.
Skiing
Start planning your winter adventure. Check out our ski resorts and find the best slopes in the…
Snowboarding
The Poconos has quickly become a haven for boarders with TransWorld Snowboarding rating some of the…
Learn to Ski
Our six ski resorts love to welcome beginners, and they all offer world-class programs, ski lessons…
Snow Tubing
Snow tubing is the easiest way to hit the slopes in the Pocono Mountains!
Hidden Gems in the Poconos
The four counties of our region are full of one-of-a-kind shops, restaurants and local businesses to explore. A visit to Penny Lane Candies & Candles in Hawley is a trip down memory lane, with over 500 varieties of candies that different generations will recognize. You can also shop a large selection of hot sauces as well as candles, collectibles, gifts and more. Discover festive treasures and holiday decorations at Jingle Bells Christmas Shoppe, tucked away on scenic Race Street in Jim Thorpe.
Ready to eat? Apple Valley Restaurant has been serving up hearty dishes for decades. When you've finished your meal, take a stroll around the seven specialty shops on eight park-like acres.
Penny Lane Candies & Candles
- 602 Church Street
- (570) 226-1987
Take a stroll down memory lane, visit Penny Lane Candies & Candles to find your favorite…
Jingle Bells Christmas Shoppe
- 12 Race Street
- (570) 413-4741
The old Victorian town of Jim Thorpe sets the stage for this cozy Christmas shoppe. From…
Apple Valley Restaurant
- 104 Route 6
- (570) 296-6831
Serving the tri-state area since 1966. Enjoy the heritage of American foods at Apple…
One of the best ways to discover the best-kept secrets in the Poconos is by tuning into Pocono Television Network! You can access the 24/7 broadcast stream on our website, select cable channels or on platforms like Roku and Amazon Five TV. Local hosts share insider tips and area stories, plus there are regular weather forecasts and live camera shots. Don't miss the monthly show, Pocono Mountains Magazine, which debuts a new episode on the first Sunday of each month at 8 p.m. Eastern.
Discover insider tips to the Pocono Mountains for your next getaway.
Can't-Miss Seasonal Events
The Poconos calendar is packed with exciting events all year round! Start a new December tradition with a family visit to one of our holiday events, including lights displays, Santa train excursions, and opportunities to choose your Christmas tree. Ski season events provide another great way to get together and make the most of the cold weather. Take a look at annual events that return year-after-year to save the date for festivals to check out during a spring, summer or fall trip.
Holiday Events
In the Pocono Mountains, holidays bring bountiful feasts, bright decorations and plenty of…
Ski Season Events
See what's taking place this winter season. Browse a full list of events.
Annual Events
From January to December, the Pocono Mountains events calendar is filled with…
With so many amazing things to do and beautiful places to stay, a trip to the Pocono Mountains is the perfect way to kick off your family adventures. Browse our special offers to lock in vacation savings. See you this winter in the Poconos!
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