Find Calm in the Poconos
Escape to the Pocono Mountains for a peaceful 2-day getaway filled with waterfalls, forest trails, and lakeside views. Hike Bushkill Falls, paddle across quiet waters, explore small mountain towns, and end your day by a cabin fire under the stars. Just a short trip from NYC — nature, calm, and fresh air await.
Day 1: Waterfalls & Mountain Air
Morning
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Depart NYC and arrive in the Poconos (~2 hours by car or Martz Trailways bus).
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Stop in Stroudsburg or Mount Pocono for coffee and breakfast at a local café.
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Head to Bushkill Falls — known as the “Niagara of Pennsylvania.” Hike the wooden trails and explore multiple waterfalls.
Afternoon
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Lunch at a cozy spot like The Waterwheel Café or a lakeside restaurant near Lake Wallenpaupack.
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Enjoy paddleboarding, kayaking, or a peaceful lakeside walk.
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Optional: Explore Hickory Run State Park and visit the unique Boulder Field.
Evening
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Check into a cabin, lodge, or spa resort. Popular areas: Skytop Lodge, Pocono Manor, or a quiet Airbnb in the woods.
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Dinner at a local tavern or resort restaurant.
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Relax by a firepit, hot tub, or stargaze under clear mountain skies.
Day 2: Scenic Trails & Small-Town Charm
Morning
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Breakfast in your lodge or a local bakery.
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Hike an easy scenic trail like Glen Onoko, Raymondskill Falls, or Promised Land State Park.
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If you’re visiting in winter: go skiing or snow tubing at Camelback, Jack Frost, or Shawnee Mountain.
Afternoon
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Explore the town of Jim Thorpe — Victorian houses, cute shops, cafés, and the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway.
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Lunch at MYST Bistro, Molly Maguire's, or a farm-to-table café.
Evening
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Grab snacks or maple treats from a local market.
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Head back to NYC or stay one more night if you’re not ready to leave the mountains.
✨ Local Tip:
Visit in fall for foliage, summer for lakes and kayaking, winter for skiing and cozy cabins, and spring for waterfalls at full flow.