North Pocono
North Pocono offers a delightful blend of natural beauty and small-town charm. Known for its scenic landscapes, it’s the perfect destination for outdoor adventures like hiking, fishing, and hunting. It also features unique shops and several delicious restaurants.
Hotels in North Pocono
The High Bridge House was voted one of the best places to stay in the Poconos. Choose from a suite or a single room in this cozy 6-room hotel, and then visit the bar and restaurant for daily specials and live music on Saturday nights.
Things to Do in North Pocono
Start your visit with a trip to Covington Park, featuring hiking trails, picnic areas, an inclusive playground, and a 9-acre lake perfect for swimming, fishing, or kayaking. Hike through the Pinchot State Forest, including the Elmhurst Tract, the North Pocono Trail System, and the Thornhurst Tract, which contains the stunning Choke Creek Falls. Witness the beauty of North Pocono from above on a hot air balloon ride from Balloon Chase Adventures. Then, relax with a tasty local vintage at Wood Winery. Take the kids to visit the Alpacas of Windy Haven Farm or enjoy fall activities like a corn maze, hay rides, and cider pressing at Ritter’s Cider Mill. Moscow Sportsmen’s Club offers Public Trap Shoots on Wednesdays from April through November. Don’t miss the fun and pageantry of the Moscow Country Street Fair every July or the Independence Day North Pocono Fireworks Extravaganza.
Restaurants & Bars in North Pocono
Olde Brook Inn offers traditional and innovative American cuisine with indoor and outdoor dining, while The Blue Shutters Restaurant continues its 100-year legacy of fine dining. If you’re craving pizza, Ferri’s Pizza features delicious food prepared by third-generation Italian immigrants, plus their own coal mining museum, complete with a replica coal mine! Or try Mendincino’s Pizza & Family Restaurant or Kay’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. Enjoy homestyle favorites at The Barrel or a local brew at Curran Brewing Co., an outdoor taproom known for its food trucks and live entertainment. Leave room for dessert from Caboose Food & Ice Cream or That Shake Place.
Shopping in North Pocono
From Rockstar Dog Bakery, which sells homemade dog treats, to Smokin Joe’s Meats & Deli, which offers meats, produce, and locally prepared foods, North Pocono offers unique shopping experiences. Browse antiques and local art at Studio 113 or an affordable collection of vintage and boutique gifts, accessories, and decor at The Beehive Studio. Then stop by The Remedy Studio for organic skincare, and book a massage or reiki session while you’re there.
Boroughs, Townships & Communities of North Pocono
North Pocono consists of Moscow Borough and eight townships, including Spring Brook, Covington, Elmhurst, Jefferson, Madison, Thornhurst, Roaring Brook, and Clifton. It also includes the village of Daleville, the Red Oak neighborhood, and the communities of Mount Cobb, Quicktown, Madisonville, and Aberdeen.
Explore North Pocono
With so much to enjoy outdoors and a variety of seasonal activities, North Pocono offers year-round beauty and adventure. Once you’ve visited, discover more about Lackawanna County through our interactive map.