{"id":24399,"date":"2024-02-19T08:04:58","date_gmt":"2024-02-19T13:04:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.holidaykeepers.com\/?p=24399"},"modified":"2025-08-11T11:02:01","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T11:02:01","slug":"poconos-fall-foliage-places-to-stay-and-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.holidaykeepers.com\/blogs\/poconos-fall-foliage-places-to-stay-and-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Poconos Fall Foliage 2025: Places to Stay & Things to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"

The<\/span> Poconos in the fall<\/span> season is a sight for sore eyes! There are about 127 different trees, shrubs and plants in the region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Poconos turns into a canvas of warm hues in the fall, the entire region turns over a new leaf.<\/span><\/p>\n

The fall also welcomes unique activities and fun things to do, like the Jim Thorpe fall foliage festival!<\/span><\/p>\n

Immerse yourself in the Poconos this fall and explore the best foliage in all of Pennsylvania. You can also enjoy a variety of fall activities in Poconos. Here is why you should spend the fall in Poconos this year!<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Poconos Like in Fall?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Peak foliage season in the Poconos is early-mid October. The <\/span>Poconos during<\/span> fall is exceptionally beautiful. September is when fall officially starts and the leaves begin to shed. Since the Poconos is a very vast region the P<\/span>oconos fall foliage<\/span> consists of\u00a0 three distinct color zones! You can view each color from different parts of the region.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Best Places for Fall Foliage in Poconos<\/span><\/h2>\n

Poconos\u2019 foliage must be relished the right way! Here is a list of the best places in Poconos to explore foliage!<\/span><\/p>\n

Delaware Water Gap Recreational Area<\/span>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Delaware Water Gap offers some of the best views of the <\/span>Poconos foliage. <\/span>Hiking is the perfect excuse to enjoy the <\/span>fall colors in the Poconos. <\/span>The Delaware water gap is a great place for hiking. Explore all the waterfalls in the water gap as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Hickory Run State Park\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Hickory Run State Park is a hidden gem for the <\/span>best fall colors in Poconos! <\/span>Hickory Run State Park is a 16,000 acre forested park. It is known as a hidden gem because the foliage is distributed throughout in different hues of red and orange.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Jim Thorpe<\/span><\/h3>\n

Jim Thorpe is not only a great place to view the foliage but also is the host of the Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Festival. Jim Thorpe is also known for its foliage train rides. Ride through the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railways and revel in the<\/span> foliage in the Poconos.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Scenic Drives to Experience Fall Foliage in The Poconos<\/span><\/h2>\n

Route 6<\/span><\/h3>\n

Route 6 has been referred to as one of America\u2019s most <\/span>scenic drives<\/span><\/a>. The route covers some of the most scenic spots of Pennsylvania. The route take you through Honesdale, Hawley and Milford all of which have stunning natural views.<\/span><\/p>\n

Route 209<\/span><\/h3>\n

Route 209 begins in Milford and goes through the Delaware Water Gap. The route is incredibly scenic, offering some of the<\/span> best fall foliage in Poconos. <\/span>The road follows the Delaware river and goes into Bushkill, PA. It is also named as one of the best places to view fall foliage!<\/span><\/p>\n

Off Beaten Path Trails<\/span><\/h3>\n

Here are some hidden gems and <\/span>best hiking trails to witness fall foliage in the Poconos<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n