5 days in Pocono Mountains Region Itinerary

Delaware Water Gap is a borough in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, United States. Change things up with a short trip to Kalahari Waterparks in Pocono Manor (about 32 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: admire the sheer force of Bushkill Falls, have fun at Sunset Hill Shooting Range, try to win big at Mount Airy Casino, and cool off at Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark.

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New York City to Delaware Water Gap is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from New York City in November; daily highs in Delaware Water Gap reach 47°F and lows reach 30°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Wilkes-Barre.

Wilkes-Barre is a city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the county seat of Luzerne County. Start off your visit on the 28th (Sat): look for all kinds of wild species at Hickory Run State Park, then take in the dramatic natural features at Seven Tubs Natural Area, and then try to win big at Mohegan Sun Pocono. On the 29th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum, contemplate the long history of Asa Packer Mansion, and then appreciate the history behind Jim Thorpe Memorial Hall.

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Traveling by car from Delaware Water Gap to Wilkes-Barre takes 1.5 hours. In November, daily temperatures in Wilkes-Barre can reach 51°F, while at night they dip to 33°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can travel back home.