DELAWARE HIGHLANDS VACATION GUIDE

Encompassing the Upper Delaware and Lake Region of the Pocono Mountains and the Southern Tier Catskill Mountains of New York Hawley is located in the Northern Pocono Mountains in and our playground is the Delaware Highlands Region which encompasses three counties in two states: Wayne and Pike County in the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania and Sullivan County in the Catskill Mountains in New York. Our vacation guide includes these mountains and the waterways of Lake Wallenpaupack and the . TABLE OF CONTENTS

Outdoor Activities ...... 4 5 , Downhill Skiing, Biking 7 Horseback riding, Golf, Tennis 8 Zip lining, Swimming ...... 9 Boating ...... 10 Fishing 11 Four Historic Small Towns ...... 12 Hawley, PA ...... 13 Honesdale, PA 16 Milford, PA 18 Narrowsburg, NY ...... 20 Annual Festivals & Events ...... 21 Family ...... 22 Accommodations 23 Along with the outdoor activities our beautiful region provides, four lovely small towns in this region, Hawley, Honesdale and Milford in the Poconos and Narrowsburg in the Catskills offer theaters, galleries, shopping and dining. Drive times to these communities range from twenty minutes to a half hour. The innkeepers are outdoor enthusiasts and delighted to share our beautiful region with you.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Join the “roof rack” crowd. Bring your backpacks, bikes, and , or rent them here. Spring, Summer or Fall and Winter all have something great to offer the outdoor enthusiast.

4 Hiking

Waterfalls of Pike County Tour Shuman Point A combination of driving and hiking, explore Travel time – 5 minute drive. the waterfalls of Pike County. Bring your Natural Area Hiking Trail – a 3-mile hiking walking sticks or borrow ours and enjoy trail on 250-acre PPL nature preserve on Lake nature’s scenic beauty. Wallenpaupack.  http://www.thesettlersinn.com/wonderful-  http://wallenpaupacklaketrail.com/ waterfall-tour/ Shuman_Point.html

River Walk Trail Travel time – 5 minute walk. A short walk out the door. Take a loop around Bingham Park and enjoy the scenic overlook of the .

Lake Wallenpaupack Creek Trail Travel time - 5 minute drive. Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary Scenic trail adjacent to Lake Wallenpaupack Travel time – 5 minutes to White Mills. that meanders along the original creek Five miles of trails through the wildlife bed. Stop and tour the PPL Wallenpaupack sanctuary. Bring binoculars – great for birding. Environmental Learning Center  http://www.dorflinger.org/trail_systems.  www.pplpreserves.com html

5 George W. Childs Park Travel time – 20 minute drive. Travel time – 30 minute drive. 3,000 acres of natural forest and lakes in the Part of the Delaware Water Gap National beautiful state park. There are 50 miles of Recreation Area. Part of the National Trail hiking trails. System with cascading waterfalls. 67,000 acres  www.dcnr.state.pa.us of mountain ridge, forest and floodplain on both sides of the Delaware River. Prompton State Park  http://www.poconowaterfalls.com/ 1,500 acres of land and a 290 acre lake with ChildsParkFalls.html 26 miles of trails operated the US Army Corp of Engineers. This trail is a mix of rocky paths Dingmans Ferry Waterfalls and smooth forest floor. Travel time 30 minutes.  http://www.friendsofprompton.com/ Beautiful hiking and waterfalls. A short hike to the bottom of the falls and a great 200 step Sanctuary walk to the top of the falls for a great view. Travel time – 25 minute drive.  www.dingmansferry.com/dingmansferry Natural glacier lake. Five hiking trails for waterfalls.htm wildlife spotting, bird watching, photography and more.  www.lacawac.org

6 If you are into Geocaching bring your GPS and enjoy the experience in the Pike County Region.

In the Winter months we suggest Snow Shoeing and Cross Country Skiing at both Promised Land State Park and Dorflinger Biking Wildlife Sanctuary. Shared Bikes Hawley has a shared bike program. Settlers Inn and Ledges Hotel each have bikes to sign out. These bikes are great to explore the town and for short pedals nearby. View more about the suggested route at VisitHawleyPa.com.

Down Hill Skiing For some suggested innkeeper biking tours, click here. Ski Big Bear is our local mountain and great for families and beginners. Check out the ski Sickler Bike Shop conditions and lift ticket pricing at Sickler Bike Shop at The Hawley Silk Mill rents Elk Mountain, Montage Mountain, adventure, mountain and road bikes for a day Camelback, and Shawnee. All are within or a weekend. about an hour range and are larger ski areas.  www.sicklerbikes.com 7 Horseback Riding Golf

Triple W Riding Stables The Country Club at Woodloch Springs Travel time – 10 minute drive. Travel time – 15 minute drive. Horseback riding on a 200-acre peaceful, Nationally recognized by GOLF Magazine secluded mountain top setting. Located at the as “one of the finest courses in America” and highest point in the Lake Region area with rated “4.5 Stars” by Golf Digest’s Best Places to spectacular scenery. Horse-drawn sleigh rides Play. An 18-Hole championship golf course in the winter are also offered. - 6,579 yards of fern-carpeted forest, lush wetlands and broad upland meadows.  http://www.woodloch.com/things-to-do/ golf/

Tennis

There are public tennis courts in Bingham Park directly across the street from The Settlers Inn. Bring your gear. Settlers Inn has a limited supply of rackets for guest use.

8 Zip Line Adventures Swimming

Kittatinny Canoes Woodloch Springs Sports Complex Travel time – 30 minute drive. Travel time – 15 minute drive. This adrenaline filled ride will thrill the zip out A complete recreation facility that includes of you! Whether you are zipping to take in the a fitness center, waveless indoor pool, and a view, or for bragging rights, this ride is sure to variety of programs and services that meets excite you. everyone’s fitness and aquatic needs.  http://www.kittatinny.com  http://www.woodlochsportscomplex.com

The Adventure Center at Skytop Lodge Palmyra Township Public Beach Travel time – 30 minute drive. Located on Lake Wallenpaupack by the A three-hour Treetop Adventure Course is just Visitor’s Center. Open Memorial weekend over 3,000 feet in its entirety with varying through Labor Day weekend 11am - 7pm obstacles including, but not limited to, (weather permitting). Lifeguards, concession elevated bridge ways from one tree platform stand, bathrooms, picnic tables and grills to the next, logs hanging from ropes to walk available. across, ladders, a cargo net, and a total of seven different zip lines. Promised Land State Park Beach  http://www.skytop.com/the-adventure- Travel time – 20 minute drive. center A public beach to spend the day in the lake, rent a self-propelled water craft or, if the kids are with you, enjoy the playground. 9 Boating Pocono Action Sports Lake Wallenpaupack Power Boats, Pontoon Boats, Sail Boats, Lake Wallenpaupack is 1.5 miles from town Fishing Boats, Paddleboards and Jet Skis. and is a boater’s paradise. The lake is 52 miles  www.poconoactionsports.com in circumference, 13 miles long and is fabulous for any boating activity, from a quiet water Parasailing or paddle board to a powerboat or sail. Located at Light House Harbor Marina. There is a public access area at Mangan Cove Imagine soaring high above Lake (one mile from town) for your own boat or rent Wallenpaupack in a specially designed from the following: parachute while being towed behind a • Lighthouse Harbor Marina high tech speed boat. Enjoy breathtaking • Wallenpaupack Scenic Boat Tour & Boat panoramic views of the Pocono Mountains Rentals area as you are gently lifted from the boat’s flight deck up into the sky. Monday - Friday Delaware River  www.poconoactionsports.com The upper Delaware region is great for canoeing or kayaking. Liveries align both sides of the river. Spend a day on the river enjoying a quiet float or be more adventurous and take on the class 2 and 3 rapids. Kittatinny offers rivers adventures for every level. Landers River Trips is another good option.

10 Fishing

Casting and Fly Fishing are great on the Lackawaxen River. The backyard of the Settlers Inn is bordered by the Lackawaxen River - a haven for anglers. Put on your hip boots or waders or fish along the banks of the river. Enjoy the natural sand beach and easy access to the river. The Lackawaxen is stocked each spring with trout. John Appert, with more than 50 years of fishing experience, is a fly fishing guide on the Lackawaxen.  www.johnappert.com

Lake Wallenpaupack is THE place to fish for striped bass - the elusive stripers! Wallenpaupack Sports Shop can provide you with fishing tips as well as bait and fishing licenses, which are required in Pennsylvania. The Big Lake is also a cool spot for to set up your tip-ups for ice fishing in the winter months.

Skytop Lodge has a fishing and shooting center endorsed by Orvis, the Sporting Traditionists.

11 FOUR HISTORIC SMALL TOWNS

Hawley, Pennsylvania

The center of commerce for the Lake Region of the Pocono Mountains, this little town offers many activities for visitors. It has more than 17 acres of open space at the confluence of three rivers. VisitHawleyPa.com will give an updated calendar of news and events along with a complete listing of shop and eateries.

Affectionately known as The Big Lake, Lake Wallenpaupack is just two miles east of town. Be sure to stop in at the Visitor’s Center and the PPL Environmental Learning Center to find out more about the history of the lake and collect maps and brochures.

The historic Main Street has recently been restored and was voted one of 20 small towns in America to receive a facelift from the Benjamin Moore Paint Company. 12 Shopping

The Potting Shed Gift Shop at the Settlers Inn has seasonal merchandise that is carefully curated to offer merchandise of the highest quality craftsmanship and environmental friendliness. Items in the shop include jewelry, pottery, and goods for the home and garden.

The Hawley Silk Mill is the gateway to Hawley on the southern end of town. Originally known as The Bellemonte Silk Mill, the building is the largest bluestone building in the world. In 2009, the property underwent a multimillion dollar renovation and now houses a retail complex, fitness center, college, performing arts center and many other independent businesses. Antique

Shops are abundant in Hawley including Miss Elly’s, The Antique Emporium, Timely Treasures and Sand Stone Antiques, just to name a few.

13 Sicklers Bikes Lake Region Fitness One stop shop to purchase, rent or repair a Lake Region Fitness offers classes in yoga, bicycle and all related amenities. spin, and Zumba along with state of the art  www.sicklerbikes.com machines for working out.  http://www.lakeregionfitness.net/ Looking Glass Gallery Home to artist Juan Espino and the other The Mill Market talented artists he represents. Source for all locally produced provisions  http://www.lookingglassartgallery.com/ from produce to specialty cheeses, charcuterie, baked goods and much more. Take home some Art on the Edge of our local flavors! The inspiration of Heather Hoffman this is a  http://www.millmarketpa.com/ multifaceted gallery plus 10 pop-up shops of local designers and artisans.  http://www.facebook.com/ArtOnTheEdge

14 Dining

Restaurant at the Settlers Inn A farm-to-table restaurant offering innovative regional Pennsylvania cuisine prepared with the freshest and healthiest ingredients. Open for Breakfast and Dinner daily and Brunch on the weekends. Outdoor dining in season.  http://www.thesettlersinn.com/restaurant/ Ledges Hotel and Glass wine. bar. kitchen are adjacent to the Silk Mill Campus and Cocoon Coffee House feature an “All American Wine and Beer List” Located in the historic building that once with an emphasis on American Spirits. Enjoy housed the silk cocoons for the mill is the snacks and small plates in the panoramic local gathering spot for many townies and dining room or on the deck overlooking the students. gorge. Open Wednesday thru Sunday from  http://www.cocooncoffeehouse.com/ 4:30pm  http://ledgeshotel.com/glass-wine-bar- The Chestnut Tavern at the Settlers Inn kitchen/ Full bar with a fantastic selection of wine, beer and liquor as well as a menu of classic dishes with a fresh twist.  http://www.thesettlersinn.com/restaurant/ menus/ 15 Arts, Culture, & History

Lock House 31 The Wildflower Theatre Lock House 31, circa 1820, is on the old This outdoor concert venue has Saturday Delaware and Hudson Canal, just a mile west evening performances on the lawn in July of Hawley. Here you can learn about the and August. The property also offers 5 miles of history of the canal, the first million-dollar hiking trails. enterprise in the United States. Stroll along  http://www.dorflinger.org/wildflower_ the towpath and imagine the canal boats and music_festival.html mules.  http://www.waynehistorypa.org/plid/126 Harmony Presents This venue is great for concerts on Saturday A few miles west on Hawley on the way nights. This small theatre is in the “boiler to Honesdale is the hamlet of White Mills. room” of the Silk Mill and hosts great The Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, entertainment in a club like atmosphere. It Dorflinger Glass Museum and The Wildflower features an outdoor terrace overlooking the Theatre are all located on this 600 acre former beautiful Paupack River Gorge and Waterfalls. home and property of Christian Dorflinger  http://www.silkmillharmony.com/ who was a famous glass cutter for many years is the 1800’s. The firm cut glass for the Lincoln Ritz Company Playhouse White House and many fine examples are in This community art deco style theatre has the museum. been offering performances during the summer for more than 40 years.  http://www.ritzplayhouse.com/

16 Honesdale, Pennsylvania

Travel west of Hawley on Route 6 for nine miles, and you will arrive in Honesdale; the county seat of Wayne County. It was established in a coal mining region during the 19th century and was the starting point of the Delaware and Hudson Canal, which provided transport of coal to Kingston, NY and then down the Hudson river to New York City. Greater Honesdale Partnership

Shopping for sales and restoration. Art’s for Him and Her Too – Home town store featuring men’s and Wallflower is a main street store features ladies’ clothing. clothing and gifts - everything from the practical to whimsical. Gentle Arts is a full service knit shop offering lessons, yarn and all things “knitting.” Maude Alley – shops include, Alley Whey Cheese Shoppe – cheese specialty shop, Moody Road Studio – books and limited fine art, Milkweed – women’s clothing, The Joy of Art – fine art restoration and framing, The Wayne County Arts Alliance – fine art gallery. Antique Emporium – a multi dealer antique emporium

17 Dining Arts, Culture & History

Branko’s Patisserie du Jour This small town has great offerings for Arts Offering French pastries, fresh fruit tarts, and and Entertainment. their signature Parisian chocolate dome, as well as other baked specialties. The Cooperage Project offers performances,  http://www.brankos-patisserie.com/ children’s programs and a farmers market.

Fiesta on Main Art is on display at the Hanson Gallery and Authentic Mexican cuisine cooked fresh. The Willow River Gallery featuring art and  https://www.facebook.com/ artisans from the area. FiestaOnMainMexicanRestaurant

18 Milford, Pennsylvania

Travel east of Hawley on Route 6 for 25 miles and you will arrive in Milford, This village is on the National Register of Historic Places. The US Department of Forestry was born here at Grey Towers, home of Gifford Pinchot. Milford is on the eastern edge of the Pocono Plateau and there are many scenic waterfalls within a short drive. Broad Street is the spot for shopping and dining.

Shopping

The historic Forest Hall is the anchor building On Route 6, halfway between Hawley and in town and houses some delightful shops such Milford is Alice’s Wonderland. This “outfitter” as Up River Home and the David Greenbaum has been here for generations. It is the perfect Gallery, The Artery, and several antique shops. place to find everything you need for your There are many more shops and galleries in outdoor adventures from sun glasses to hiking Milford. boots to life jackets and kayaks.

19 Arts, Culture & History

The Columns is the home of Pike County were written here. Grey was an avid fisherman Historic Society and Museum. and loved to fly fish in the Lackawaxen River at the confluence of the Delaware. The Milford Theatre is the home of Kindred Spirits Arts Program. This theatre is home to The towns of Milford, Hawley, and Honesdale the Black Bear Festival. Special music nights are all on US Route 6, a national scenic byway. are also offered.

Touring the Mansion and Grounds of Grey Towers is highly recommended. Be sure to see the outside “serving pool” where Mrs. Pinchot entertained her guests around a floating table.

Between Milford and Hawley there are Dining several noteworthy excursions. The tiny village of Lackawaxen is home to the Roebling The Patisserie is a scrumptious bakery in town Bridge and Museum. The bridge where you can have a lazy lunch on the porch was originally an aqueduct that allowed canal and relax. boats traveling the D&H corridor to cross the river. The Zane Grey museum was the home of Bar Louis at The Hotel Fauchere is a favorite the famous author and several of his novels spot for lunch or dinner.

20 Narrowsburg, New York

Traveling west on Route 6 for 5.3 miles then PA-652 E for 10.6 miles you will arrive in the quaint hamlet of Narrowsburg located in the western part of the Town of Tusten in Sullivan County.

Shopping Arts, Culture & History

4 Corners of Artful Living, and Tom’s The Tusten Theatre – an art-deco style theatre Treasures and Furniture both located on the built in the 1930’s - a favorite Catskills venue Main street offering antiques and collectibles. for concerts, opera, theatre performances, as well as film. The Nest, a small town department store with unique offerings. Not far out of town is Bethel Woods Center for the Arts; a modern venue on the former For the arts and artisans, visit the River Woodstock site. This not-for-profit cultural Gallery. center offers Performance & Festivals, Arts & Education and houses the Woodstock Dining Museum.

The Heron Restaurant is a wonderful café with Visit Fort Delaware, the museum of Colonial a deck for dining overlooking the Delaware History located on the outskirts of town. River.

21 ANNUAL FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Date Event Location

May - August Blues, Brews & Barbeques Ledges Hotel July & August Jazz on the Deck The Settlers Inn June Roots & Rhythm Honesdale June Milford Music Fest Milford June Arts & Crafts Fair Hawley July Fourth of July Parade Hawley July Fireworks on Lake Wallenpaupack Hawley July Narrowsburg River Fest Narrowsburg July Wayne County Fair Honesdale August Wayne/Pike Antique Show Hawley August Wally Lake Fest Hawley August Greene Dreher Sterling Fair Newfoundland August Festival of Wood at Grey Towers Milford October Hawley Harvest Hoedown Hawley October Black Bear Film Festival Milford

December Winterfest Hawley

22 FAMILY

Casual Eateries Fun For Families

Gresham’s Chop House – Route 6 Wallenpaupack Bowling Center  http://www.greshamschophouse.com  www.wallenpaupackbowlingcenter.com/

The Boat House Restaurant – Route 507 Costa’s Family Fun Park – laser tag,  http://the-boathouse-restaurant.com/ miniature golf, driving range, batting cages, go carts, water park and kids playground Erhardt’s Restaurant – Route 507  http://www.costasfamilyfunpark.com/  http://www.ehrhardts.com/restaurant/ Cinema 6 Movie Theatre  www.moviesatcinema6.com

Claws & Paws Animal Park  www.clawsnpaws.com

Bingham Park Hawley is a great spot for the family featuring a kid’s playground, basketball and tennis courts, and skateboard park and ball fields.  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bingham-

Park/148367381865047 23 ACCOMMODATIONS

During your adventures in the Delaware Highlands, there is no better home away from home than the Settlers Inn. Our beautifully restored lodge is decorated in keeping with the Arts and Crafts tradition and features mission-style furniture. Rest and recharge in one of four room types, each featuring cozy décor and luxurious amenities.  http://www.thesettlersinn.com/rooms/

24 ROOMS & SUITES

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Visit www.thesettlersinn.com 25 Amenities

Our hotel accommodations include the finest amenities including luxurious robes, fine linens, flat- screen TVs with cable, phones, and complimentary Wi-Fi. And of course, your stay includes a full breakfast each morning, so your days will start off on a delicious note. Plus, our on-site restaurant and tavern offer brunch and dinner options as well.

Settlers Inn Guests also enjoy discounted access to Lake Region Fitness, a state-of-the-art fitness facility. Discounted access to Woodloch Springs Health Club is also available if you’d like to partake in the Jacuzzi, sauna, fitness room and indoor swimming pool.

If you’d like to add on a special in-room extra like a massage, cheese platter, champagne, or Settlers Signature items, our staff will be delighted to assist you. Just call and we will make arrangements.

26 Set amongst the scenic beauty of the Delaware Highlands, the Settlers Inn offers the finest in accommodations and dining in the region. Our knowledgeable staff will take care of you and give you recommendations for the best places to visit and the most entertaining activities to try. Whether you want to spend all of your time outdoors or take it easy, the Settlers Inn is the ideal destination. You’ll be able to unwind and recharge in the beauty of our colorful gardens or along the banks of the Lackawaxen River. Enjoy welcoming spaces like the terrace and common rooms as you soak in all that the Delaware Highlands region has to offer. For assistance with booking please call us at 1.800.833.8527 or visit  http://www. thesettlersinn.com/. We hope to see you soon!