• Where are The Poconos located?
    • The Poconos span 2,400 square miles throughout northeastern Pennsylvania near the Delaware River, bordering Lake Wallenpaupack and the Lehigh and Wyoming Valleys.
  • Why are the Poconos a popular outdoor recreational destination?
    • As much of the range lies within the greater New York-Newark combined statistical area, the Poconos are one of the East Coast's top outdoor recreational destinations for urban dwellers, easily accessible by millions of East Coast residents within less than a two-hour drive.
  • What parks are located in the Poconos region?
    • The region is home to two national parks and nine state parks, with most directly bordering each other or located within 30 miles of one another.
  • What outdoor activities can visitors enjoy in the Poconos?
    • Outdoor activities abound, from hiking and fishing to cross-country skiing and overnight backcountry camping.

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1. Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
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2. Big Pocono State Park

Big Pocono State Park
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3. Delaware State Forest

Delaware State Forest
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4. Beltzville State Park, Poconos

Beltzville State Park, Poconos
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5. Gouldsboro State Park

Gouldsboro State Park
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6. Hickory Run State Park, Poconos

Hickory Run State Park, Poconos
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7. Lehigh Gorge State Park

Lehigh Gorge State Park
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8. Mountain View Park

Mountain View Park
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9. Promised Land State Park

Promised Land State Park
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10. Prompton State Park

Prompton State Park
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11. Thomas Darling Preserve

Thomas Darling Preserve
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12. Tobyhanna State Park, Poconos

Tobyhanna State Park, Poconos
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13. Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River

Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River
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14. Seven Tubs Recreation Area

Seven Tubs Recreation Area
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15. Pymatuning State Park

Pymatuning State Park
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