Poconos Attractions Guide - What to See

Poconos Mini Golf

The small things in life are a great thing to share, so why not visit one of the many mini-golf attractions in the Poconos and have some family fun. It's not just for kids either, keep score on each other and place a bet on the outcome.  pocono mini golf courses

Pocono Fairs and Festivals

Nothing brings back memories - or creates them - like a trip to the carny. The rides and amusements are almost as interesting as the people who work them. See the bearded lady, the snake charmer or the two-headed chickens. Laugh until it hurts as you ride the Ferris wheel, Cyclone or bumper cars. Other fairs and festivals include ag-fairs and crafts and many others. For a full list you can view here:  fairs and festivals in the poconos

Pocono History and Historical Sites

The Poconos played an important role in our Nation's development. Indian relics and artifacts can be found, early settlements of the area continue to bring controversy, the founding father of the US Forest Service and much more. There are several "towns" that re-create the life of early settlers and the coal mining era. There's a lot to see and learn about the  history and historical sites in the poconos

Pocono Museums

In addition to the historical sites and their accompanying museums, you'll find several other museums of interest in the Poconos. Wildlife centers, a fishing museum and others can be found in this section on  museums in the poconos

Pocono National Parks

Certainly not on the scale of Yellowstone, and not really a national park - the "Delaware River National Recreation Area" is grand and vast. Other national treasures include the Pinchot Summer home - Grey Towers - birthplace of the conservation movement and the forestry service. You'll find these and other sites in our section on  national parks in the poconos

Pocono State Parks

The Poconos has a plethora of Pennsylvania State Parks for you to enjoy. Each with a different table of offerings, you'll be able to camp at some, ride snowmobiles, hike, picnic, swim in the lake and even hunt and fish. There are also areas set aside as state game lands - not just for hunters. View them all here in the section on  state parks in the poconos

Pocono Zoo and Animal Parks

There are several private zoos in the Poconos that are open to the public. They provided a much needed home for many animals that were, at one time, neglected, injured or abandoned. They offer an educational and fun experience for children as well as adults. You don't have to go to Florida to see an alligator.  zoo and animal parks in the poconos