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The Pocono Mountain region of Northeastern Pennsylvania is a four-season playground covering 2,400 square miles, full of wooded peaks and valleys with sparkling lakes, rivers, and lovely waterfalls. There is no shortage of activities and entertainment with festivals, fairs and events for all ages; as well as a wide variety of lodging to suit every vacation style, unique shops, dining, attractions and events year round. The Pocono Mountains region encompasses four separate counties: Carbon, Monroe, Pike and Wayne.

The mountains were first inhabited by Native Americans, and then by the Dutch. It is now home to 7 state parks, 72,000 acres of state forests, the 70,000 acre Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, and numerous state gamelands, making this region is a natural retreat. The mountains are home to 150 lakes, 18 waterfalls, 170 river miles and Lake Wallenpaupack, which is the 5,600 acre lake with 52 miles of uninterrupted shoreline.

There are many things to do in the Pocono Mountains, which have become known for their breathtaking views of rushing waterfalls, and fun filled days of skiing, snowmobiling, and ice skating in the winter; and horseback riding, hiking, and biking in the summer.

For families there are exciting attractions and recreational opportunities such as water parks and play parks. And for couples there are quiet country inns and bed & breakfasts in the Pocono Mountains.

In the spring, the Poconos are blossoming with wild flowers and the activities of choice are usually whitewater rafting, canoeing, tennis, or the year's first round of golf. For the racing enthusiasts, you have to check out Pocono Raceway which opened in 1971, and where NASCAR came in 1972. You can also find old fashioned train rides, or take a hike, bike ride, or go fishing for shad, trout, or bass.

There is much to do in the summer, but the most popular is cooling off in one of the many lakes in the area. You can go sailing, boating, jet skiing, and even head out on a dinner cruise. For those that do not wish to get wet there is family fun parks, summer theatre, museums, country fairs, and NASCAR Racing at Pocono Raceway.

In the fall the area comes alive in three different zones of color. The fall foliage is spectacular, and usually at its best in early September through late October. To savor the breathtaking views take a horseback ride, afternoon hike, or a chairlift through a canopy of flaming colors. Fall is also the perfect time for a drive through the towns in search of the perfect antiques, or for a trip to a farm stand or pumpkin patch to pick out the perfect pumpkin. In fall you can experience a country fair, a hot air balloon ride, a lumberjack festival, an arts and crafts festival, Oktoberfest, or get in some whitewater rafting during a fall dam release. Fall is also a great time to go fishing, boating, or get in a round of golf.

With winter comes fantastic downhill and cross country skiing or snowboarding, ice skating, snowmobiling, snow tubing and tobogganing. The Pocono Mountains are a perfect winter wonderland. There are over 146 slopes and trails, accommodating the most experienced and amateur skiers. For a romantic ride, you can go for a ride through the snow in a horse drawn sleigh.