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Poconos Vacations: What You May
Want To See About Vacationing In The Poconos
The Poconos
vacation country is located in the north eastern region of the state of
Pennsylvania. The location of Pocconos, not very far from the New York
metropolitan area, gave the place its present day fame as a tourist destination.
It is a mountainous region full of natural sceneries and natural water bodies
that makes it a fascinating place to stay for a week or fort night. The
attractions are so many that you might be persuaded to extend your stay.
The mountains are particularly famous for the several resorts, lakes like Lake
Wallenpaupack and quaint historical towns. A visit to these places is a must in
any tourist’s itinerary.
Fun Things To Do In The Poconos
You will find many places to explore and many activities to indulge in. These
include hiking, skiing, canoeing, rafting and some great golf. If you are
looking for real thrills you will find your wish fulfilled in white water
rafting, horseback riding and mountain biking trails. That is not all. You will
get the chance to enjoy the water parks, boating and natural trails dotted all
over the place.
Best Time To For A Poconos Vacation
The greatest thing about these mountains is that it offers you vacationing
prospects throughout the year. Therefore, there is no particular time to visit
Poconos. Of course each season does have its very own unique attractions and
events which make your vacation very satisfying.
In spring you will find the region carpeted with a myriad pretty and colorful
wild flowers. This is the time to go canoeing or rafting. You might also want to
try your hand at golf or tennis. You might also take a walk, go horseback riding
or mountain bike through woodlands covered by a plethora of gorgeous Mountain
Laurel flowers. On your way you will be met very frequently with the melody of
many a waterfall.
During summers lakes - with their cool crystal clear water, offer you excellent
opportunities to go sailing, waterskiing or jet skiing. In summers it's festival
time on the Pocono mountains with their country fairs, concerts, theater museums
and racing at the raceway.
The fall is a fascinating season in the region. The whole area is divided into
three zones by the color of the foliage in each zone. You will find the sight
very restful to the eye. You will better enjoy the breathtaking scenic foliage
of the mountains by taking a leisurely hike or horse ride through the place.
These mountains are the perfect place for a variety of winter sports. You can
indulge to your heart’s content in snowmobiling, snowboarding, snow tubing or a
fast downhill cross country skiing. It is not only experts that are welcome
here. Many ski resorts here also cater to beginners wishing to learn skiing.
Even golf can be enjoyed during winters in Poconos. The annual Ice Tee Golf
Tournament held on Lake Wallenpaupack (which freezes over in the winter) is a
must if you are a golf enthusiast. In the evening enjoy the luxury of a cozy
fireplace.
Lodging Facilities In The Poconos
These mountains offers lodging facilities to suit every pocket. You will get
accommodations for individuals as well as for families. The accommodation
offered is as varied as the place itself. You can have bed and breakfast atop a
mountain peak or in an inn nestling among the mountains. For families there are
family friendly motels, cottages and condos very near to lakes in summer and
near to snowmobile trails in winters.
To avail of more amenities you can check into one of the several full service
hotels and resorts. All these places serve a fairly delicious fare as far as
meals are concerned. The eateries will offer you food starting from Thai and
Italian cuisine to four star fare to downright but delicious home cooking.
One of the better known resorts is the Split Rock resorts. It is a fabulous
lakeside resort and boasts of a golf course, indoor water park, movie theater
and much more. While there you must at least visit the premier Big Boulder
resort, if you choose not to stay there. A remarkable feature about the place is
that snow is reported to come here first. Big Boulder hosts two great summer
festivals – th3 3rd annual Tribute Fest on July 18 and 18th annual Poconos Blues
Festival – events that should not be missed.
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