R E G I O N S Grand History in Honesdale Welcome to the “Birthplace of the American Railroad.” Honesdale’s rich railroad history began in 1829 when the “Stourbridge Lion” was brought over from England. Today, you can take a scenic train ride tour along the Lackawaxen River in the Northern Pocono Mountains with The Stourbridge Line train excursions. More fascinating history resides in the Honesdale Residential Historic District , a national historic neighborhood consisting of almost 300 residences built between 1830 and 1940. Scarfalloto’s Towne House Diner and Restaurant boasts delicious pizzas, as well as sandwiches and burgers on fresh-baked breads. Then wander to Here & Now Brewing Company to see what’s on tap. At nearby Prompton State Park , cast a line into Prompton Lake, have a picnic, and play a round of disc golf. In the summer, hit the trails for some mountain biking, and in the winter, gear up to go cross-country skiing. Here & Now Brewing Company, Honesdale Pocono Mountains POCONOS POWDER DAYS Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains are a winter wonderland, offering families, adventurers, and snow sports enthusiasts plenty of action at premier ski resorts. Camelback Ski Resort in Tannersville features 39 trails, a snow tubing park, adaptive ski and snowboarding program for people with disabilities, and on-site pubs for après-ski beers and burgers. Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton boasts the highest vertical drop in Pennsylvania, attracting daredevils in search of downhill thrills, high-speed chairlifts, and night skiing. Part of the Epic Pass network, Jack Frost Big Boulder offers a unique dual-mountain experience in White Haven and Lake Harmony (about a 20-minute drive from each other). Enjoy a combined 39 trails of beginner to advanced skiing and snowboarding, plus three freestyle terrain parks for slopeside action. Shawnee Mountain in East Stroudsburg is perfect for beginners and intermediates, offering 23 trails, snow tubing, a kids’ Mini Monster Mountain play area, and a friendly atmosphere ideal for learning and enjoying the slopes. With so many options, it’s easy to make the most of a snow day. Camelback Ski Resort, Tannersville 112 visitpa.com FROM TOP: HERE & NOW BREWING COMPANY; POCONOMOUNTAINS.COM
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