Entertainment in raceway area

A weekend at Pocono Raceway is about more than just the race. While The Great American Getaway 400 delivers the speed and adrenaline, the Pocono Mountains region offers plenty to enjoy before and after the checkered flag falls – from outdoor adventures and scenic views to family attractions, dining, and entertainment.

Explore Pennsylvania’s great outdoors.

If you’re looking to unwind after a day at the track, the Pocono Mountains deliver fresh air, beautiful scenery, and countless ways to relax:

• Hickory Run State Park – One of Pennsylvania’s most popular parks, featuring hiking trails, waterfalls, picnic areas, and the famous Boulder Field.
• Big Pocono State Park – Sitting high on Camelback Mountain, this park offers incredible panoramic views across Pennsylvania and neighboring states.
• Beltzville Lake – Ideal for boating, kayaking, fishing, and lakeside relaxation on a sunny day
• Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area – Perfect for scenic drives, hiking, waterfalls, and stunning photo stops.

Local Attractions & Entertainment

The Poconos also deliver plenty of fun beyond the outdoors:

• Mount Airy Casino Resort – Try your luck at the tables or enjoy dining, lounges, and live entertainment.
• Camelback Mountain Adventures – Ziplining, mountain coasters, ropes courses, and seasonal activities.
• Pocono Premium Outlets (Tannersville) – A great stop for shopping between race activities.
• Historic Jim Thorpe – A charming Victorian town known for scenic rail tours, boutique shops, and picturesque streets.

Family-friendly fun

Traveling with children? The Pocono region has no shortage of attractions that kids – and adults – will love:

• Kalahari Resorts & Indoor Waterpark – One of the largest indoor waterparks in the U.S., perfect for families staying nearby.
• Claws ‘N’ Paws Animal Park – A family-run animal park offering close-up wildlife experiences.
• Adventure parks, mini-golf & go-karts – Found throughout Tannersville, Lake Harmony, and Mount Pocono.

Sports & recreation

If you love sports beyond motorsport, Pennsylvania delivers:

• Depending on the season, you may be able to catch minor league baseball with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders or hockey with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.
• Golfers will find multiple public courses around the region, and outdoor fans can enjoy fishing, biking, kayaking, or just relaxing by one of the many lakes.

Eat like a local

No Pocono trip is complete without sampling local favorites. Expect hearty American comfort food, steakhouses, pizza restaurants, diners, and cozy mountain eateries around Lake Harmony, Blakeslee, Mount Pocono, Stroudsburg, and Tannersville. From casual family spots to upscale dining and lakeside meals, you’ll have plenty to choose from after a long day at the track.