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Prime time for leaf peeping in the Poconos

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The Pocono Mountains are running their annual fall foliage tours.

Find the perfect ride whether it be by train, trolley, or bicycle. It’s a beautiful time of the year to take advantage of outdoor activities.

If you enjoy scenic travels then try one of these spectacular rides through the Pocono Mountains. These excursions offer plentiful history of the surrounding regions via train and trolley rides while enjoying a relaxing tour surrounded by colorful foliage.

See the chart below to find out more information on rides near you. For more information, visit www. poconomountains.com

Stroudsburg Fall Foliage Rides Stourbridge Line's Pocono Foliage Express
  • Located in Honesdale, PA.
  • Runs through October 25 - October 30.
  • Will run for 20 miles in Wayne County.
Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
  • Located in Jim Thorpe, PA.
  • Runs through October 1 - November 3.
  • Will run for 45 minutes from Jim Thorpe, to Glen Onoko and White Haven, then back.
Pennsylvania Rail Bike
  • Located in Hawley, PA.
  • Runs through October 17 - November 2.
  • Allows people to pedal their OWN bikes along the railways when trains are not running.
  • Tickets must be bought online.
  • Will run for 10 miles or 20 miles along the railroads of Hawley. You can pick between the two durations, whichever seems more your pace.
No. 9 Coal Mine and Museum
  • Located in Lansford, PA.
  • Runs Wednesdays - Sundays, 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Will run for 6 hours 1,600 feet into the hillside!
Trolley Tours in the Poconos

There are many trolley rides, such as:

  • Jim Thorpe Trolley Company
    • Located in Jim Thorpe, PA.
    • Runs through the town of Jim Thorpe.
    • Will run for 1 hour and 10 minutes.
  •  The Pocono Historic Trolley Tour
    • Located in Monroe County, PA.
    • Runs through Delaware Water Gap.
    • Will run for about 2 hours from the Historic Castle Inn.
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