Hotels in Pocono Mountains

Forget the notion that these mountains are just for honeymooners in heart-shaped tubs. Camelback Mountain transforms seasonally from winter ski paradise to summer adventure park with ziplines that make your stomach drop pleasantly. The water parks here are almost comically abundant – Camelbeach, Aquatopia, and Great Wolf Lodge offer varying degrees of splashiness and indoor options when weather turns. Big Boulder Ski Area provides gentler slopes for those whose skiing ambitions exceed their abilities. Kalahari Resort combines African-themed waterslides with surprisingly decent dining options. Between adventures, the small towns scattered throughout these rolling hills offer antique shops where you can pretend to understand furniture values while actually just enjoying the hunt.