The best parks & outdoor spots in Monroe County

3 places we’ve checked and would send a neighbor to. Open any one to read what we wrote about it.

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Dansbury Park (opens in a new tab)

15 Day St · East Stroudsburg

Popular park featuring a variety of recreational amenities, including a swimming pool & ball fields.

Popular park featuring a variety of recreational amenities, including a swimming pool & ball fields.

Mt. Minsi Trailhead (opens in a new tab)

Appalachian Trl · Bangor

Mt. Minsi Trailhead serves up a moderate 4.7-mile loop on the Appalachian Trail and Lake Road Trail, passing Lenape Lake, towering…

Mt. 7-mile loop on the Appalachian Trail and Lake Road Trail, passing Lenape Lake, towering rhododendrons, and Lookout Rock before the quieter Mt. Minsi lookout delivers wide views of the Delaware Water Gap and Mt.

From the East Stroudsburg newsletter, October 25, 2026

Mountain View Vineyard, Winery, Brewery & Distillery (opens in a new tab)

2332 Walters Rd · Stroudsburg

Mountain View Vineyard, Winery, Brewery & Distillery is the only spot in the Poconos with all three under one roof. Sip wine, beer, or…

Mountain View Vineyard, Winery, Brewery & Distillery is the only spot in the Poconos with all three under one roof. Sip wine, beer, or spirits flights, order craft cocktails and bistro bites, then stretch out on the porch, patio, or by the fire pit while the kids conquer the play area.

From the Stroudsburg newsletter, October 16, 2026