Jim Thorpe Vacation
Outdoor activities
Bear Creek Lake is 160 acres. People love to swim, fish, kayak, paddle board, sail, and play in the water. Near the lake other activities include: swimming pool, tennis court, bocce court, shuffleboard, softball, basketball, playground, and picnic area.
57 Pool Dr
57 Pool DriveBear Creek Lake is 160 acres. People love to swim, fish, kayak, paddle board, sail, and play in the water. Near the lake other activities include: swimming pool, tennis court, bocce court, shuffleboard, softball, basketball, playground, and picnic area.
Great way to see the Pocono Mountain area from the river.
76 locals recommend
Jim Thorpe River Adventures
123 Lehigh DrGreat way to see the Pocono Mountain area from the river.
Blue Mountain Resort
1660 Blue Mountain DrSki in the winter and Mountain Bike in the summer
Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary
18 Church RdEducational programs and Butterfly releases!
Great views of the mountains and waterfalls in the Poconos. You can rent bikes or bring your own and the shuttle will drop you at the top of the mountain.
72 locals recommend
Pocono Biking
7 Hazard SquareGreat views of the mountains and waterfalls in the Poconos. You can rent bikes or bring your own and the shuttle will drop you at the top of the mountain.
Great hiking trails in the state parks around Jim Thorpe
42 locals recommend
Lehigh Gorge State Park, Jim Thorpe Entrance
301-319 Main StGreat hiking trails in the state parks around Jim Thorpe
Glen Onoko
Waterfall in the state park trails
This is a unique field of boulders about 16 acres and mostly flat. There are wonderful hiking trails in this park. The way this field of boulders formed is debated but it is thought to date back to the ice age. Check this out for a unique experience in the Appalachian Mountains.
Boulder Field
This is a unique field of boulders about 16 acres and mostly flat. There are wonderful hiking trails in this park. The way this field of boulders formed is debated but it is thought to date back to the ice age. Check this out for a unique experience in the Appalachian Mountains.
City/town information
Jim Thorpe is an historic Victorian town located in the Lehigh Gorge. It has a walkable downtown area with shops, restaurants, wine tastings, and entertainment. There are local tours of this historic town and local landmarks like the Asa Packer Mansion and Mauch Chunk Opera House.
511 locals recommend
Jim Thorpe
Jim Thorpe is an historic Victorian town located in the Lehigh Gorge. It has a walkable downtown area with shops, restaurants, wine tastings, and entertainment. There are local tours of this historic town and local landmarks like the Asa Packer Mansion and Mauch Chunk Opera House.
Food scene
Local restaurant what serves seafood, steaks, pasta, etc. Good food and service. Good for families
44 locals recommend
Dom N Ali
1553 PA-903Local restaurant what serves seafood, steaks, pasta, etc. Good food and service. Good for families
Good Food and drinks in the town of Jim Thorpe. Good for families and friend groups
45 locals recommend
Marion Hose Bar
16 W BroadwayGood Food and drinks in the town of Jim Thorpe. Good for families and friend groups
Great bar and really good vegetarian options. Great for 21 and older
34 locals recommend
Notch Eight Craft House
107 BroadwayGreat bar and really good vegetarian options. Great for 21 and older
Close to the house and has subs, salad, as well as pizza. Great for a day when you don't want to cook but also don't want to drive far.
9 locals recommend
Julio's
995 PA-903Close to the house and has subs, salad, as well as pizza. Great for a day when you don't want to cook but also don't want to drive far.
City advice
What to pack
Extra towels for the pool & beach
Bring some floats or beach toys and set up early in the beach area so that you can enjoy all the lake has to offer.
Book before you go
Fall Foliage Festival
October is the time of year when the Pocono mountains have beautiful fall foliage. You can plan ahead by checking the local foliage reports to see when the peak of the season will be. Plan ahead so that you get the views before all the leaves drop!