Resica Falls Scout Reservation, Scout reservation with waterfall in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Resica Falls Scout Reservation is a protected area along Big Bushkill Creek in Pennsylvania, with woodlands, camping grounds, and outdoor activity facilities spread across the property. The land is divided into several zones, some set up for overnight camping and others focused on waterside and trail activities.
The land was purchased jointly by the Philadelphia and Valley Forge Councils in 1955 and opened as a scout camp in 1957. From the start, the property was divided into three main sections to support different scouting programs.
The reservation takes its name from the waterfall that runs through the property and serves as a natural gathering point for groups. Scouts who come here learn outdoor skills by doing them directly in the woods and along the creek, not in a classroom.
Much of the property is used primarily for organized scouting groups, so contacting the reservation in advance is the best way to know what is open to outside visitors. Summer is the busiest season, and some areas may be restricted during active camp programs.
The waterfall on the property drops about 45 feet (14 m) and can be reached without a long hike, as it sits close to the main camp area. Most visitors focus on the falls itself but miss the stretch of creek below, which is used for fishing and wading.
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