
Throughout the region are dozens of lakes and streams filled with bass and trout. For spectacular hikes, check out Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, where you can trek to dramatic waterfalls or follow a 27-mile section of the historic Appalachian Trail. The warmer months are a great time to explore the region’s lakes and wooded hills. Today, the Poconos draw nearly 24 million annual visitors, thanks to year-round recreational opportunities and stunning natural scenery. The area has been a popular vacation destination ever since Pennsylvania Quakers opened a hotel here on the Delaware River in 1829. The Poconos region of northeastern Pennsylvania accounts for some 2,400 square miles of mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and forests.

Poconos Mountains: Hiking, Trout Fishing, and Quaint, Historical Towns

Family-friendly accommodations: Up to four people can stay in the comfy desert room, which features an HDTV and free WiFi access.The recently opened Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in the Poconos packs an indoor waterpark, a spa, and several restaurants and bars into its 150-acre complex. Hotel at a Glance: Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
