Big Pocono State Park, Mountain state park in Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
Big Pocono State Park encompasses 1,306 acres of mountain terrain, featuring numerous hiking trails and observation points across three states.
The state government established Big Pocono State Park in 1954 to conserve the natural resources of Camelback Mountain for public recreation.
The Pocono Outdoor Club maintains the park trails through community partnerships, fostering local involvement in environmental conservation.
The park operates from sunrise to sunset between April and December, with access through PA 715 and Exit 299 of I-80 at Tannersville.
The Summit House restaurant near the mountain peak remains accessible throughout the year, offering dining options at 2,133 feet elevation.
Location: Pennsylvania
Inception: 1954
Operator: Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks
Website: http://dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/bigpocono.aspx
GPS coordinates: 41.04190,-75.34560
Latest update: May 15, 2025 21:16
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