Spring Adventure Bucket List

Spring Adventure Bucket List

Wake up and smell the flowers - they're in bloom and so is your sense of adventure! Start exploring the many things to do in the Poconos in spring!

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Don’t let spring slip you by this year!

The scenic Pocono Mountains region is an ideal destination for a spring getaway in Pennsylvania, and our spring bucket list will get you started with twelve ideas of seasonal things to do. It’s the perfect way to get outside to enjoy the delicate new leaves and lovely early spring flowers before they make way for summer’s fullness!

For adrenaline seekers, nothing beats the thrill of a stock car racing experience at Pocono Raceway, where you can drive a real NASCAR-style race car. To take in the beauty of the season from above, Pocono helicopter tours offer panoramic views of the mountains, lakes, and rivers. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy ziplining in the Poconos at Camelback Mountain Adventures or Pocono Zip Racer, soaring over lush spring forests. For water lovers, Lehigh River whitewater rafting is at its best in the spring, with melting snow creating the ultimate whitewater adventure in Pennsylvania.

Spring is also maple syrup season in the Poconos. Visit Pocono Mountain Maple to see how syrup is made and enjoy farm-fresh maple treats. If you’re a golfer, hit the greens at top Pocono golf courses like Jack Frost National, Skytop Lodge, and Shawnee Inn Golf Resort. Fishing in the Pocono Mountains is another spring highlight, with prime spots at Lake Wallenpaupack, the Delaware River, and Promised Land State Park.

For a romantic Pocono getaway, stay at a charming Pocono bed & breakfast like The French Manor Inn & Spa, perfect for a relaxing retreat. Families can visit local Pocono farms to meet adorable baby animals, making it a great spring family vacation destination. Embark on a mountain adventure in the treetops, admire fresh flowers on the farm, or sit back at a historic opera house and watch the latest independent films. From thrilling outdoor activities to peaceful nature escapes, the Poconos in spring offer endless ways to enjoy the season. Start planning your spring vacation in the Pocono Mountains today!