Pocono Mountains
About 2 hr by car from Philadelphia
Lake resorts, waterfalls, ski hills and the classic couples' resorts.
Why locals go
The cabin and ski weekend two hours north.
Visiting Philadelphia?
At 2 hr by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Philadelphia for your flight home.
What to book
- Bushkill Falls
- Ski Camelback or Blue Mountain
- Lehigh Gorge rafting
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Couples resort with a heart-shaped tub
- Lakeside cabin
With friends
- Whitewater rafting on the Lehigh
- Indoor water park weekend
When to go
Year-round, ski December to March.