Honesdale, PA

Accommodations:

Stay close to the action, or get away from it all! Honesdale is home to a variety of accommodations that allow you to enjoy as much or as little activity as you like.

Outdoor Adventure:

Recreation opportunities abound in Honesdale. Parks, paths and waterways surround the town, creating scenic avenues for hiking, biking, boating, rafting, fishing, bird-watching and other adventures. Northeast Wilderness Experience operates on Main Street, and specializes in outdoor experiences, rentals, and tours.

Outdoor Adventure

Family Fun:

There are many ways to enjoy a family day in Honesdale. Spend some time in the great outdoors, or visit a museum in town. Honesdale hosts a variety of family-friendly events each year, including music festivals, seasonal celebrations, fairs and train excursions. Speaking of the train, The Stourbridge Line has trips year-round, and highlights holiday and seasonal festivities for everyone to enjoy.

Family Fun

Shopping:

Honesdale is filled with lovely local shops offering items from antiques to sporting goods. Shop at Maude Alley, and discover different shops, eateries, and an inviting garden and patio. The town is also home to many museums, including the Dorflinger Glass Museum and the Wayne County Historical Society, and markets like The Cooperage Project.

Shopping

Winter Fun:

Honesdale truly is a Winter Wonderland. In fact, the town’s snowy scenery was the inspiration for the popular holiday tune of the same name writen by Honesdale native Dick Smith. When the weather turns cold, snowsports like sledding, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are popular pastimes. The Lackawaxen River is a top destination for eagle-watching, which peaks in January and February.

Ski and Snow Activities

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