POCONO ATTRACTIONS

 
GOLF

Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club - The public golf club with the private attitude. Golf as it was intended to be . . . 260 Country Club Drive, Mountaintop, PA 18707. 570-868-GOLF. cpi@warwick.net.

Cliff Park Inn & Golf Course - Open to the public since 1913. Cliff Park Golf Course has rolling hills, wide fairways and very fast greens. The course is a challenge to experienced golfers, while not too intimidating to the novice. The course is a long 9 holes (3,115 yards). Two of our Par 5's are over 500 yards. 155 Cliff Park Road, Milford, PA 18337. 800-225-6535. brtgc@epix.net.

Water Gap Country Club - This golf oriented resort, offers golf access to members, public and tournament play. Built in 1922, this 18-hole Championship layout offers a rare challenge to all golfers - capitalizing on the natural features of picturesque terrain. Rewarding the shot maker and position player, breaking Walter Hagen's course record of 64 might be an overwhelming task, but enjoying the gorgeous scenery is pure pleasure. Mountain Road, Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania 18327. 570-476-0300. wgcc1@noln.com.

 
HORSEBACK RIDING

Malibu Ranch - Malibu Ranch is the oldest working dude ranch in the eastern United States. Located in the scenic Pocono Mountains on a thousand acres of forested land, Malibu is alive with wildlife and history. Horses are our specialty here at Malibu, but we are a complete vacation spot for everyone, families, beginners, kids, and "old timers" alike. Informality is our key as this is your, "HOME AWAY FROM HOME." 351 Foster Hill Road, Milford, PA 18337. 1-800-8-MALIBU. admin@malibududeranch.com.

 
HORSE RACING

Pocono Downs - Live harness racing, year-round simulcast wagering, and special PPV events are all part of the excitement and fun . . . waiting for you. Stop by today and enjoy the thrill of live harness racing. 1280 Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702. 570-825-6681. johnz@pngaming.com.

 
MUSEUMS

The Dorflinger Glass Museum - The Dorflinger Glass Museum is a tribute to the life and accomplishments of Christian Dorflinger, known throughout the world as the creator of fine crystal and exquisite cut glass. PO Box 356, White Mills, PA 18473. 570-253-1185. dglassmus@aol.com.

The Houdini Museum - Houdini! His magic and escapes. The only museum in the world totally devoted to Houdini. We cover Houdini's career and facts about Houdini not found elsewhere and is added to on a regular basis. The Houdini Museum has been called one of the most unique museums and attractions in the world. 1433 N. Main, Scranton, PA 18508. 570-342-5555. magicusa@microserve.net (houdiniyes).

The JEM Classic Car Museum - The JEM Classic Car Museum features an 18,000 square foot exhibit space in a picturesque farmland setting, with more than 40 beautiful automobiles on display. See mint condition motorcars ranging from vintage 1902 Curved Dash Olds to a 1966 Plymouth Hemi. Rt. 443, RD 1, Box 120C, Andreas, PA 18211. 570-386-3554.

Kelley's Auto Museum - A great collection of vintage cars can be seen at this privately owned museum. Lehigh Road, Gouldsboro, PA 18424. 570-842-3745.

The Pocono Indian Museum - The Pocono Indian Museum traces the history of the Delawares through unique displays of ancient artifacts. Walk through a real Indian bark house, see pottery over 1,000 years old. Indian made gifts and souvenirs available. Open daily year round. Route 209, Bushkill, PA 18324. 570-588-9338. dream38@ptd.net.

The Zane Grey Museum - Home of the "Father of the Western Novel" sits along the banks of the Upper Delaware River. Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River, RR 2 Box 2428, Beach Lake, PA 18405-9737. 570-685-4871.

 
PAINTBALL

Skirmish USA - Voted #1 in the country! Fast paced, exciting skirmish paintball adventures! 46 award winning paintball fields on 700 acres of top-notch terrain! Plus paintball equipment and more. Perfect for weekend fun, corporate teambuilding, bachelor and birthday parties. Open year round! Route 903, HC-2, Box 2245, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229. 1-800-SKIRMISH. info@skirmish.com.

 
AUTO RACING

Pocono Raceway - Long recognized as one of NASCAR's most competitive speedways, Pocono's unique 2.5 mile high banked oval features a number of possible infield road course arrangements. Pocono hosts NASCAR Winston Cup races, and SCCA National and Regional events. July 26-28, 2002: Pennsylvania 500 Event Weekend; August 2-4, 2002: SCCA Tri-Region Nationals; August 23-25, 2002: Formula USA/SFX National Road Race Series. PO Box 500, Long Pond, PA. 18334-0500. Pocono Raceway Business Office: 570-646-2300; Pocono Raceway Ticket Office: 1-800-RACEWAY (1-800-722-3929).

 
PENNSYLVANIA STATE PARKS

Beltsville State Park - 2,972-acres - Carbon County - Beltzville Lake, with 19.8 miles of shoreline, is seven miles long and features 949 acres of fishing, swimming, water sports and unlimited horsepower boating. The park is located along the Pohopoco Creek with recreation areas around the lake. Along the shore you can sometimes find fossils. A hike along Wild Creek Trail leads to waterfalls and Sawmill Trail wanders through mature forests and by a lovely creek. 2950 Pohopoco Dr., Lehighton, PA 18235-8905. 610-377-0045 • beltzvillesp@state.pa.us.

Big Pocono State Park - 1,306 acres - Monroe County - Rugged terrain on Camelback Mountain, with a paved, scenic drive encircling the mountaintop and providing magnificent views. CAUTION: Steep grades. Do not attempt this drive in vehicles with trailers in tow. Municipal road maintenance is not provided and seasonal closures of the access roadway will occur. c/o Tobyhanna State Park, P.O. Box 387, PA Route 423, Tobyhanna, PA 18466-0387. 570-894-8336 • tobyhannasp@state.pa.us.

Gouldsboro State Park - 3,050 acres - Monroe & Wayne Counties - The park includes the 250-acre Gouldsboro Lake and 54 acres of land managed the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. The name Gouldsboro comes from the village north of the park that was named for Jay Gould (1836-1892). A native of New York, Gould acquired a very large fortune that by 1892 included ownership of ten percent of all railroad track in the country. One of the railroads he owned was the Erie-Lackawanna. This rail line parallels the eastern boundary of the park and is now a part of the Steamtown, USA railroad excursion route between Scranton and Pocono Summit. c/o Tobyhanna State Park, P.O. Box 387, PA Route 423, Tobyhanna, PA 18466-0387. 570-894-8336 • tobyhannasp@state.pa.us.

Hickory Run State Park - 15,500-acres - Carbon County - If you enjoy scenic areas, the striking 16 acre Boulder Field is a National Natural Landmark. This large park has over 40 miles of hiking trails, three natural areas (Boulder Field, Mud Run, Mud Swamp) and miles of trout streams. Learn about lumbering history, observe wildlife or visit Hawk Falls. Mud Run is 1,335 acres of mountain trout stream lined with rhododendron and eastern hemlock. Mud Swamp is 152 acres of remote wetland, dominated by spruce trees, containing rare plant species. RR 1 Box 81, White Haven, PA 18661-9712. 570-443-0400 • hickoryrunsp@state.pa.us.

Lehigh Gorge State Park - 4,548 acres - Carbon County - The Lehigh Gorge Trail follows the Lehigh River along more than 25 miles of abandoned railroad grade, providing opportunities for hiking, bicycling, sightseeing and photography. The trail is closed to motor vehicles, with parking provided in White Haven, Rockport and Glen Onoko. The Lehigh is one of the most scenic rivers in America, featuring Class II-III whitewater. RR 1 Box 81, White Haven, PA 18661-9712. 570-443-0400 • hickoryrunsp@state.pa.us.

Promised Land State Park - 3,000 acres - Pike County - Promised Land State Park is in the Pocono Plateau, 1,800 feet above sea level, and is surrounded by 12,464 acres of Pennsylvania’s Delaware State forest, including a natural area. The forest consists primarily of beech, oak, maple and hemlock trees. Two lakes and several small streams add to the park’s outstanding scenic beauty. RR 1 Box 96, Greentown, PA 18426-9735. 570-676-3428 • promisedlandsp@state.pa.us.

Prompton State Park - 789 acres - Wayne County -- Prompton is the site of a future state park, still under development by the Army Corps of Engineers. Plans call for trails, picnicking, hunting, viewing scenery and observing wildlife. The park will be a year-round facility offering winter sporting activities. c/o Lackawanna State Park, RR 1 Box 230, Dalton, PA 18414-9785. 570-945-3239 • lackawannasp@state.pa.us.

Tobyhanna State Park - 5,440 acres - Monroe & Wayne Counties - Tobyhanna State Park includes the 170-acre Tobyhanna Lake. Tobyhanna is derived from an American Indian word meaning "a stream whose banks are fringed with alder. Bender/Black Bear Swamps is 1,600 acres of acidic shrub swamps; openings contain spagnum moss, rare plants and animals. P.O. Box 387, PA Route 423, Tobyhanna, PA 18466-0387. 570-894-8336 • tobyhannasp@state.pa.us.

 
SKIING

Camelback Ski Area - The biggest and best ski, snowboard and snowtubing area in the Poconos, with 33 trails and 13 lifts, halfpipe, two terrain parks, and night skiing. P.O. Box 168, Tannersville, PA 18372 - off I-80 Exit 299; sales@skicamelback.com • 570-629-1661 • Snow Conditions: 1-800-233-8100.

 
THEATRE

Pocono Playhouse - Main stage productions of popular plays and musicals, childrens' theatre during summer months. P.O. Box 207, Playhouse Lane, Mountainhome, PA 18342. 570-595-7456.

 
WHITEWATER RAFTING & KAYAKING

Pocono Whitewater Rafting - There's something here at Pocono Whitewater Rafting for every level of adventurer! Choose your own pace . . . we have mild to wild rafting and kayaking trips, scenic and relaxed premier rail-trail biking excursions, and adrenaline-filled action in our Skirmish paintball games. It's up to you! Pocono Whitewater Rafting, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229. 1-800-WHITEWATER. info@poconowhitewater.com.