50 Things to Do in Hawley PA and the Lake Region of Poconos

Enjoy outdoor adventures, downtown festivals, food, music & lake life!

From markets to live music, from brunch to boutiques, there are so many local experiences you won't want to miss in Hawley. Use this list as your Hawley weekend guide to build the perfect walkable itinerary full of Hawley events summer, fall, winter, and spring!

Things to Do Downtown
Things to Do by the Lake
Things to Do in the Fresh Air
Places to Shop and Eat
Family Fun

Things to Do Downtown

1. Shop Local

Explore Hawley's colorful and historic Main Avenue, where the turn-of-the-century buildings are now home to eclectic shops and boutiques.

2. Sample Farm-Fresh Flavors

Fill your shopping bag at the Hawley Farmer's Market, which takes place every Friday afternoon in Bingham Park during the warmer months of in the Hawley Hub in the winter months.

3. Go for a (Free) Bike Ride

Borrow a bicycle for free through the Hawley BikeShare program and cycle around town.

4. Spend Some Time with Your Pup

Give your doggie a play date at the Dog Park by the Riverside Trail on Church Street.

5. Visit a Feed Store Turned Book Store

Peruse the unique selection of books and goods at The Grains Book Store and Gift Shop which is located inside the former Vogler's Feed Store, which opened in 1890.

6. Take a Coffee Break

Take a coffee break at the Queen of Cups Coffee & Vintage inside the Hawley Hub.

7. Satisfy your Sweet Tooth

Pick out a treat at Lee’s Chocolates and Souvenirs.

8. Get Lost in a Good Book

Browse the shelves at Hawley Public Library.

9. Spend a Night at the Theater

Get tickets to see a show at the Ritz Community Playhouse.

10. Stay at an Authentic Arts & Crafts Lodge

Book a room and a meal at the beautiful Settlers Inn and wander through Muriel’s Garden and Grant's Woods.

Things to Do by the Lake

11. Enjoy a Lakeside Sunset

Gaze west over Lake Wallenpaupack from the benches on the dike and stop by the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center to get more information to plan your time in the Poconos.

12. Take a Hike

Explore the miles of connecting Lackawaxen River trails that lead from the Wallenpaupack Lake Trail to the Gorge Trail Visitor Center all the way to the D&H Canal Park at Lock 31.

13. Board a Scenic Boat Tour

Take a 50 minute cruise with Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tours, departing from Gresham’s Landing. It's the perfect way to see the Big Lake and learn about its history at the same time.

14. Have a Dockside Dinner

Tie up your boat at The Dock on Wallenpaupack and step ashore for lunch or dinner - don't miss Fireside Live music every Friday!

15. Sip like a Sommelier

Attend the annual Wally Wine Fest at Silver Birches Resort and sample wines from the world.

16. Spend a Day at the Spa

From Lake Wallenpaupack to Lake Teedyskung, take a drive to The Lodge, Destination Spa at Woodloch for a day of spa pampering.

17. Celebrate Summer and the Lake's Centennial

The Big Lake turns 100 in 2026! Join the Lake Wallenpaupack Centennial Celebration in July or the popular annual Wally Lake Fest which happens every August.

18. Celebrate Fall

See the fall foliage reflected in the lake and leaf peep around the hills and valleys surrounding Hawley where there are more tree varieties than most places in the world.

19. Celebrate Winter

Bundle up and watch the ice hockey games during Wally Ice Fest.

20. Try Ice Fishing

When the weather is right and the ice is thick, anglers can drill a hole and cast a line!

Things to Do in the Fresh Air

21. Listen to Music under the Trees

See a summer show at the outdoor amphitheater at Harmony in the Woods.

22. Take the Kids to the Playground

Give your little ones time to enjoy the slides, swings, spinning steps, and play truck at the Caleb Joseph Regenski Memorial Playground at Bingham Park.

23. Explore a Peaceful Sanctuary

Venture to nearby White Mills to meander the many miles of trails at Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary or enjoy a performance during the Wildflower Concert Series.

24. Practice Your Putt

Play some golf at the 18 holes at The Springs, Golf Resort at Woodloch.

25. Float down the Delaware River

Rent a tube or kayak from liveries like Kittatinny Canoes and Northeast Wilderness Experience and let the current carry you downstream.

26. Try Fly Fishing

Cast your fly rod on the Lackawaxen River from the public boat launch at Bingham Park.

27. Play Ball

Spend time in the sunshine while playing pickleball or basketball on the courts at Bingham Park.

28. Pedal on the Railroad Tracks

Book a trip with Pennsylvania Rail Bike and cycle along the railroad tracks - when the trains aren't running!

29. Learn to Ski or Snowboard

Travel to nearby Ski Big Bear at Masthope Mountain to fly down the snowy slopes.

30. Watch for Bald Eagles

Sign up for an eagle watching with the Delaware Highlands Conservancy to catch a glimpse of majestic bald eagles in their winter home.

Places to Shop and Eat

31. Surround Yourself with Flowers

Visit Gorgeous Floral and sign up for a Snip and Sip to enjoy cocktails while arranging fresh blooms.

32. Search for Treasures from the Past

Find beautiful old furniture, mementos and more Miss Elly’s Antiques & Such.

33. See Local Artists at Work

Wind your way through the back roads for the Annual Wayne County Arts Alliance Studio Tour and visit the home galleries of the artists.

34. Step through the Looking Glass

Meet Juan at The Looking Glass Art Gallery inside the historic Hawley Silk Mill building and see his curated collection of local masterpieces.

36. Spin a Yarn

While you're in the Hawley Silk Mill, pop in another shop, Yarn Over the Falls to stock up on crochet and knitting supplies.

35. Sample Local Coffee and Chocolate

Stop for an afternoon pick-me-up at Cocoon Coffee House just outside the Hawley Silk Mill to enjoy coffee and chocolate made at Moka Origins.

37. Drink Beer

Raise a glass of award-winning Hawley Hefeweizen or Paupack Cream Ale at Wallenpaupack Brewing Company.

38. Sip Wine

Explore the scenic grounds of Three Hammers Winery with a glass of red or white in hand.

39. Dine next to a Waterfall

Make a reservation at Glass - Wine.Bar.Kitchen inside Ledges Hotel and take a photo with Paupack Falls cascading over the gorge.

40. Feast on Comfort Food

Look for the Antique Car Sign to find the Paupack Watering Hole, a great place to relax over dinner and drinks.

Family Fun

41. See the Liberty Bell

Celebrate America250 and snap a photo with an exact replica of the Liberty Bell outside the Hawley Silk Mill.

42. Ride the Rails

Take a seasonal train excursion on the The Stourbridge Line and enjoy the scenery from a train coach as you travel between Honesdale and Hawley.

43. Take a Drive

Put on a fun playlist and road trip along Scenic Route 6 from Hawley to Milford, where you can visit stately Grey Towers National Historic Site.

44. Dive into D&H History

Learn about the history of the Delaware & Hudson Canal at Lock 31 and hike the canal trail.

45. Visit a Historic Glass Factory

Check out the Dorflinger Factory Museum and the Dorflinger Glass Museum in White Mills to learn about the glass blowing and crystal cutting.

46. Watch the Fireworks

Find a spot by the lake and watch the Independence Day Fireworks over Lake Wallenpaupack.

47. Play Mini Golf and More

Try the bumper boats, water slides, and many more family activities during a summer day trip to Costa's Family Fun Park.

48. Cheer on a Parade

Clap your hands along to tunes from the marching bands in the Memorial Day and Fourth of July Parades in Hawley.

47. Get in the Fall Spirit

Paint a pumpkin, take a horse drawn carriage ride, and browse the vendors at the Hawley Harvest Hoedown in October.

50. Get in the Christmas Spirit

Shop for holiday gifts in the Craft and Artisan Market, compete in the Ugly Sweater Contest, and see the lights at Hawley Winterfest in December.

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50 Things to Do in Hawley PA and the Lake Region of Poconos

Enjoy outdoor adventures, downtown festivals, food, music & lake life!

Things to Do Downtown

Things to Do Downtown

1. Shop Local

2. Sample Farm-Fresh Flavors

3. Go for a (Free) Bike Ride

4. Spend Some Time with Your Pup

5. Visit a Feed Store Turned Book Store

6. Take a Coffee Break

7. Satisfy your Sweet Tooth

8. Get Lost in a Good Book

9. Spend a Night at the Theater

10. Stay at an Authentic Arts & Crafts Lodge

Things to Do by the Lake

Things to Do by the Lake

11. Enjoy a Lakeside Sunset

12. Take a Hike

13. Board a Scenic Boat Tour

14. Have a Dockside Dinner

15. Sip like a Sommelier

16. Spend a Day at the Spa

17. Celebrate Summer and the Lake's Centennial

18. Celebrate Fall

19. Celebrate Winter

20. Try Ice Fishing

Things to Do in the Fresh Air

Things to Do in the Fresh Air

21. Listen to Music under the Trees

22. Take the Kids to the Playground

23. Explore a Peaceful Sanctuary

24. Practice Your Putt

25. Float down the Delaware River

26. Try Fly Fishing

27. Play Ball

28. Pedal on the Railroad Tracks

29. Learn to Ski or Snowboard

30. Watch for Bald Eagles

Places to Shop and Eat

Places to Shop and Eat

31. Surround Yourself with Flowers

32. Search for Treasures from the Past

33. See Local Artists at Work

34. Step through the Looking Glass

36. Spin a Yarn

35. Sample Local Coffee and Chocolate

37. Drink Beer

38. Sip Wine

39. Dine next to a Waterfall

40. Feast on Comfort Food

Family Fun

Family Fun

41. See the Liberty Bell

42. Ride the Rails

43. Take a Drive

44. Dive into D&H History

45. Visit a Historic Glass Factory

46. Watch the Fireworks

47. Play Mini Golf and More

48. Cheer on a Parade

47. Get in the Fall Spirit

50. Get in the Christmas Spirit

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