Lakeside nature
Tobyhanna State Park
Make a low-key outdoor day of it with a lakefront setting, woodland recreation, and a peaceful change of pace from the busy resort areas.
Local tip: an unhurried morning or picnic-style afternoon.
Back to The Red CabinThe Poconos,
Your Poconos base camp
The Poconos,
Fully Explored.
Use The Red Cabin as your home base for lake days, mountain thrills, quiet trails, and unforgettable family adventures near Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania.
Before you head out
Start your day right here.
Begin slow with coffee on the deck, a walk to Glacier Lake, or a little extra time by the fireplace. From there, your itinerary can be as restorative or as adventurous as you want it to be. The Red Cabin puts you in the heart of a region built for four-season escapes.
Local favorites
Plan a day
worth talking about.
These nearby attractions make it easy to build an itinerary for families, friend groups, and couples. Use the links to confirm current hours, ticketing, weather conditions, and visitor policies before you go.
Year-round mountain fun
Camelback Resort
Plan a high-energy day around waterparks, mountain adventures, or the resort’s ski and tubing experiences when winter arrives.
Local tip: families, thrill-seekers, and all-weather plans.
Rain-or-shine family day
Kalahari Resorts Pocono Mountains
Keep a water-focused day on the itinerary with indoor and outdoor waterparks, dining, and a wide range of family entertainment.
Local tip: making a rainy-day backup plan feel like the main event.
River adventure
Pocono Whitewater Adventures
Turn a cabin weekend into a river-day story with rafting options highlighted by the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau.
Local tip: groups ready to trade a screen for a splash.
Scenic day trip
Delaware Water Gap
Set aside time for expansive river-and-ridge scenery, hiking, and a memorable drive through one of the region’s signature natural areas.
Local tip: couples, photographers, and hikers planning a full day out.
Find your next stop
Poconos Trip Planning
Use the official regional visitor guide to discover current outdoor adventures, family attractions, water recreation, dining, and seasonal events.
Local tip: building an itinerary around your travel dates.
Official Pocono Farms calendar
Plan around what’s happening.
This list refreshes from Pocono Farms’ official calendar. Event admission, guest eligibility, pricing, and availability are set by Pocono Farms and are not included with a Red Cabin stay.
Nov 13, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Happy Hour & Live Music w/ Dominick James
Lakeside Grill & Pub
Confirm details with Pocono FarmsNov 20, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Board Meeting
Community Room
Confirm details with Pocono FarmsNov 22, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Dart League Meeting
Lakeside Grill & Pub
Confirm details with Pocono FarmsNov 28, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Community Holiday Market
Banquet Room
Confirm details with Pocono FarmsDec 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Board Meeting
Community Room
Confirm details with Pocono FarmsDec 19, 2026 · 11:00 AM
A Peter Pan Christmas at The Shawnee Playhouse
Confirm details with Pocono FarmsMake it your own
Two easy ways to spend the weekend.
Families & four-legged friends
A little bit of everything.
Make room for lake time, a state-park walk, a waterpark afternoon, and an easy night back at the cabin. The fully fenced yard, outdoor deck, and roomy shared spaces make coming home part of the fun.
Couples & slow weekends
Leave space for spontaneous.
Choose a scenic day trip, linger over lakeside dining, and come back to the glow of the fireplace or a private hot-tub night. The best itineraries leave some time unscheduled.
All-season nearby activities
There is no wrong season to arrive.
Every season brings a different way to explore the Poconos. Use these ideas as an itinerary starter, then check the official destination pages for current conditions, schedules, tickets, and visitor guidelines.
Spring
March – May
01
Fresh-air trail days
Plan a hike, bike ride, or wildlife walk as the woods begin to wake up.
02
River-season adventure
Spring is a natural time to look for rafting availability and guided water outings.
03
Slow scenic stops
Add a drive, nature-viewing stop, or a local event to a relaxed long weekend.
Summer
June – August
01
Glacier Lake days
Start close to home with lake access, beach time, kayaking, or a slow afternoon by the water.
02
Waterpark energy
Choose an indoor or outdoor waterpark day at Camelback or Kalahari for big-family fun.
03
Mountain adventures
Balance pool time with rafting, zip lines, dining, or a scenic sunset drive.
Fall
September – November
01
Color-country drives
Take the scenic route, build in photo stops, and leave a little time for an unplanned detour.
02
Crisp trail time
Cooler temperatures make hikes, walks, golf, and outdoor attractions especially inviting.
03
Seasonal local plans
Browse regional events and confirm current timing before making your reservations.
Winter
December – February
01
Ski & ride days
Look for skiing, snowboarding, and lesson options across the Poconos.
02
Tubing for the crew
A snow-tubing outing can be an easy, family-friendly addition to a cabin weekend.
03
Warm-up plans
Build in an indoor activity, then come back to the cabin for the fireplace and hot tub.
Your four-season base camp
The adventure is out there. Your favorite part will be coming home.
Plan your Poconos escape
Ready for a weekend with more to do — or less?
Book The Red Cabin, choose your pace, and use this guide to make the most of the Poconos.