Things To Do

Welcome to an immersive Alice in Wonderland experience located in historic Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.

This one hour journey takes your group of 2-4 guests into the Cheshire Cat's lair, where you must work together to find clues to solve puzzles.

Bright Path Brewing is a small craft brewery located on the east side of Jim Thorpe. It has 10 different beers on draft and focuses on lagers and session ales. We host different food trucks every Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Professional motorcycle sidecar tour guides will take you on an unforgettable adventure through the beautiful town of historic Jim Thorpe and the surrounding foothills of the scenic Pocono Mountains.

Pocono Biking offers a selection of trail options with daily shuttles and rentals from 10 to 36 miles. Join Pocono Biking for a full day, rent a bike hourly, or ride up to 142 miles on one of their two or four day inn-to-inn adventures. They also have specialty trips, such as our Big Day Out, that pair biking with whitewater rafting and hiking. Conveniently located on the north and south end of the D&L Trail in the quaint towns of Jim Thorpe, PA and White Haven, PA. From kids to adults, we have an outdoor adventure for everyone.

In operation since 1890, a full service public library offering a great selection of best-selling and classic fiction as well as non-fiction books and fully equipped with internet access, Wi-Fi, faxing/scanning services, color copier. Hosting a variety of events such as a weekly story time, book clubs, local lectures, adult and juvenile programs and so much more.

Red brick and stone facades, an underground aqueduct, an exposed rock wall at the base of the mountain all lend a distinct architectural ambiance to the Stabin Museum. Throughout its history, the building has been a place for innovation and is now inhabited by a contemporary American artist Victor Stabin’s who's work is a world unto its own that defies description. The Stabin Museum is sure to connect with visitors of all ages.

Jim Thorpe Trolley Company Inc is locally owned and operated providing a historical, narrated trolley tour; a continuous 80 minute loop Friday- Sunday weekly with unlimited re-boarding. Also provide a local "Coal Cracker" tour, wine tasting tour, and evening restaurant/pub tours.

Dating from 1871, this 2-story jailhouse delves into the history of past inmates on its tours.

Take a ride on one of the longest ziplines in the Poconos. Fly over 900 feet at speeds up to 30 mph! Located just 2 miles from downtown Jim Thorpe.

The historic Mauch Chunk Opera House is one of America's oldest vaudeville theaters, in operation after more than 138 years. With approximately 380 seats, one of the northeast's premiere listening spaces and most intimate concert venues.

Pocono Whitewater offers something fun for everyone! Scenic views, water battles, and more! Visit Jim Thorpe today. The Lehigh River is the best whitewater in the tri-state area! Pocono Whitewater offers mild whitewater for families and children and crazy whitewater for the adrenaline seekers! Experience dam releases throughout the year for extra thrills. If you've never been rafting before, that's okay! There's no experience necessary at Pocono Whitewater. They'll get you ready for the water and accompany you on the Lehigh River! You want this to be great experience and so do they!

The Anita Shapolsky Art Foundation is home to one of the largest collections of American abstract expressionist art in the country. This non-profit organization showcases works by nationally recognized artists and aims to educate the community about art. Their galleries are housed inside a magnificent old church in the heart of Jim Thorpe. Even the building itself is a piece of art with its dazzling stained glass windows.

Put a little adventure in your life! For adrenaline pumping fun, visit the world's largest paintball facility, Skirmish Paintball. With the largest paintball facility in the world offering 50+ maps and 750 acres. Skirmish has something for every level of paintball player. From two castles to cities to wooded maps, course elements ensure it will not be a boring day.

Picturesque park for seasonal activities, including fall hayrides, camping & warm-weather swimming.

Make your first stop at the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau's Visitors Centers.
For help with finding your way around the Pocono Mountains, chat with one of the Brand Ambassadors and they will help you get the most out of your Pocono experience by providing immediate tourism information including referrals, directions and brochures. A complete collection of current information on a variety of activities, attractions, dining and lodging options is available and more.

Lehighton Outdoor Center, located in historic Lehighton, PA in Carbon County near Jim Thorpe PA, is THE destination for amazing whitewater rafting, kayaking, and biking. Come Out and Play.

Whitewater Rafting Adventures is the premier adventure outfitter, offering whitewater rafting, zip lining, paintball, biking & kayaking, just 2 miles outside of Jim Thorpe.

Regional history exhibits in a Victorian church, with industrial & cultural artifacts & a gift shop.

Get Out On the Water! Whitewater Rafting is an awesome way to get outside, unwind, and recharge! At Jim Thorpe River Adventure you’ll find skilled, dedicated river professionals who’ve trained hard to prepare for the best in a Whitewater Rafting in the Poconos Experience!

Carbon County Environmental Education Center is a premier outdoor and wildlife educational facility located 70 acres of woodland, wetland, and meadow within Mauch Chunk Lake Park.

Nestled in the heart of Jim Thorpe, we are a cornerstone of the history and community of this beautiful town. From Worship to Community events and Guided Tours, we have something for everyone.

Relax and ride comfortably in our vintage coaches built as early as 1917 pulled by diesel engines. The narrated round-trip follows the majestic Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, and into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs, mountain scenery, and wildlife surround the train along the forested route to Old Penn Haven.

The Asa Packer Mansion is a historic house museum on Packer Road in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, United States. Completed in 1861, it was the home of Asa Packer, a coal and railroad magnate, philanthropist, and founder of Lehigh University. Asa Packer was also a major contributor in the Lehigh Valley Railroad system.