Angelica's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Come experience the "Switzerland of America"
Whether discovering outdoor recreation in the Lehigh Gorge or enjoying the town’s shops and eateries, Jim Thorpe is unique and that’s why so many people come back. You can ride a bike, go whitewater rafting, hike the trails or just walk around the shops, and eat at great restaurants downtown. Visit Mauch Chunk Lake in the surrounding area for other outdoor activities.
In an authentic town such as this, it's no surprise there are many historical attractions. The Asa Packer Mansion and Harry Packer Mansion are two museums you'll want to visit. Also, touring the Old Jail Museum with the handprint on the wall is a must-see.
Seasonal and holiday events are also a big draw in town. While visiting the Poconos, things to do in Jim Thorpe aren't hard to find.
Make sure you double check the open hours as many restaurants and museums are open only part time
511 locals recommend
Jim Thorpe
Come experience the "Switzerland of America"
Whether discovering outdoor recreation in the Lehigh Gorge or enjoying the town’s shops and eateries, Jim Thorpe is unique and that’s why so many people come back. You can ride a bike, go whitewater rafting, hike the trails or just walk around the shops, and eat at great restaurants downtown. Visit Mauch Chunk Lake in the surrounding area for other outdoor activities.
In an authentic town such as this, it's no surprise there are many historical attractions. The Asa Packer Mansion and Harry Packer Mansion are two museums you'll want to visit. Also, touring the Old Jail Museum with the handprint on the wall is a must-see.
Seasonal and holiday events are also a big draw in town. While visiting the Poconos, things to do in Jim Thorpe aren't hard to find.
Make sure you double check the open hours as many restaurants and museums are open only part time
Restaurants/Places to eat
Try to get outdoor table during summer and order pretzel. Amazing view on the lake and great food.
I would suggest making reservations in advance as the place gets busy and the wait is sometimes over an hour
269 locals recommend
Boulder View Tavern
123 Lake Harmony RdTry to get outdoor table during summer and order pretzel. Amazing view on the lake and great food.
I would suggest making reservations in advance as the place gets busy and the wait is sometimes over an hour
Great location for breakfast or lunch. Enjoy delicious food and get unique gifts for your friends, family or yourself.
169 locals recommend
Terra Cottage Cafe and Gifts
291 Lake Harmony RdGreat location for breakfast or lunch. Enjoy delicious food and get unique gifts for your friends, family or yourself.
Very authentic place with traditional American cuisine. Simple and casual option for breakfast
173 locals recommend
Piggy's
16 N Lakeshore DrVery authentic place with traditional American cuisine. Simple and casual option for breakfast
Simple American cuisine, rustic design, lake view. Perfect combination for a romantic diner
257 locals recommend
Nick's Lake House Restaurant
20 S Lake DrSimple American cuisine, rustic design, lake view. Perfect combination for a romantic diner
A must visit place! Gorgeous views and great wines. Very reasonable prices and plenty of sitting options (inside, outside, in the middle of the wine yard)
Great place to celebrate special occasion, have romantic date or get-together with friends and family
235 locals recommend
Blue Ridge Estate Winery
239 Blue Ridge RoadA must visit place! Gorgeous views and great wines. Very reasonable prices and plenty of sitting options (inside, outside, in the middle of the wine yard)
Great place to celebrate special occasion, have romantic date or get-together with friends and family
A must see if you enjoy natural and fresh produce. Authentic Amish market with seasonal vegetables, berries, homemade pies, meats and poultry.
We always have to buy a lot to fulfill the requests from our family and friends.
Tip: double check the hours. They usually are open only on Fridays and Saturdays.
53 locals recommend
The Poconos Farm Market
5185 Pennsylvania 115A must see if you enjoy natural and fresh produce. Authentic Amish market with seasonal vegetables, berries, homemade pies, meats and poultry.
We always have to buy a lot to fulfill the requests from our family and friends.
Tip: double check the hours. They usually are open only on Fridays and Saturdays.
Dom N Ali
1553 PA-903Huge portions of great American food for a reasonable price.
Baby Boomers' Cafe
Hiking
Shades of Death Trail is a 2.2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Lake Harmony that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and bird watching and is best used from March until October.
19 locals recommend
Shades Of Death
Pennsylvania 534Shades of Death Trail is a 2.2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Lake Harmony that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and bird watching and is best used from March until October.
Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area offers hiking, picnicking, fishing in season with license, and other passive recreation. Motorized vehicles, including ATVs, are prohibited.
Picnic tables and barbecues, a covered pavilion, information kiosk and porta-potty are at the lower trailhead.
Hike with a buddy and make sure someone knows when you left and when you will return (the trail has many side trails and it’s over 130 acres in total)
153 locals recommend
Austin T Blakeslee Natural Area
20 Pennsylvania 115Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area offers hiking, picnicking, fishing in season with license, and other passive recreation. Motorized vehicles, including ATVs, are prohibited.
Picnic tables and barbecues, a covered pavilion, information kiosk and porta-potty are at the lower trailhead.
Hike with a buddy and make sure someone knows when you left and when you will return (the trail has many side trails and it’s over 130 acres in total)
More than 40 miles of hiking trails.
The park experiences high visitation from the spring through the fall. Parking areas at trailheads may reach capacity early in the day, even during the week. Please arrive early and have a back-up plan if parking lots are full.
409 locals recommend
Hickory Run State Park
3613 PA-534More than 40 miles of hiking trails.
The park experiences high visitation from the spring through the fall. Parking areas at trailheads may reach capacity early in the day, even during the week. Please arrive early and have a back-up plan if parking lots are full.
Fun things to do with kids
Amazing water park. Huge and has activities for kids of all ages (including grotto swim bar)
My tip would be plan ahead and try to get some deals as tickets are pricey
548 locals recommend
Kalahari Resorts
250 Kalahari BlvdAmazing water park. Huge and has activities for kids of all ages (including grotto swim bar)
My tip would be plan ahead and try to get some deals as tickets are pricey
Easy and fun place. The trees give nice shade during hot summer days.
Tip: download the map (take picture, memorize) how to get back as none of us had service on the way back for a few miles
234 locals recommend
Claws 'N' Paws
1475 Ledgedale RdEasy and fun place. The trees give nice shade during hot summer days.
Tip: download the map (take picture, memorize) how to get back as none of us had service on the way back for a few miles
Great place that has everything from mini zoo, bowling, aquarium, to shopping and wines. Truly unique experience
84 locals recommend
Country Junction - World's Largest General Store
6565 Interchange RdGreat place that has everything from mini zoo, bowling, aquarium, to shopping and wines. Truly unique experience
Make sure you call in advance to schedule your visit
Unique experience to learn about alpacas, feed them, touch them (yes, they let you go behind the fence and be surrounded by alpacas) and buy highest quality gifts
11 locals recommend
Pohopoco Creek Alpacas - Call Before You Visit!
216 Merwinsburg RdMake sure you call in advance to schedule your visit
Unique experience to learn about alpacas, feed them, touch them (yes, they let you go behind the fence and be surrounded by alpacas) and buy highest quality gifts