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BLACKSTONE LODGE

The centrepiece of BlackStone Lodge's outdoor living. A sparkling private pool paired with a bubbling hot-tub jacuzzi — perfect for unwinding after a day on the mountain, poolside events, or late-night stargazing soaks.

A serene private pond sits at the heart of the property — stocked with fish, equipped with a dock, and ready with kayaks. No crowds, no boat traffic — just you and the water any time of day.

A spacious chef-caliber kitchen with everything needed to cook for the whole crew. Open-plan design flows seamlessly into the dining room — perfect for family breakfasts, group dinners, or catering your private event.

Stay connected at lightning speed with 5G WiFi blanketing the entire property indoors and outdoors. A dedicated workspace means you can work remotely while truly escaping the ordinary.

Arrive in your EV and depart fully charged. BlackStone Lodge is one of the few NEPA properties with dedicated EV charging — no range anxiety, no detours, just plug in and enjoy your stay.

Reunion, birthday, graduation, wedding party, or corporate retreat — BlackStone Lodge's open grounds and pool area create a stunning private backdrop for events of any scale.

NEPA's home mountain — 140 skiable acres across 27 trails from beginner to double-black expert. White Lightning is the second-steepest run in the Eastern US. 100% snowmaking, full-mountain night skiing, two terrain parks, and three on-mountain dining venues.

Elk Mountain is NEPA's premier ski destination — beloved for consistent natural snowfall, outstanding trail diversity, and a classic family-owned mountain atmosphere in the Endless Mountains region.

When the snow melts, Montage Mountain transforms into NEPA's most popular waterpark. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day — wave pool, lazy river, ProSlide Tundra Tornado, mat racers, and dedicated kids' areas.

Ricketts Glen's Falls Trail is rated the #1 hike in Pennsylvania — 22 named waterfalls including the 94-foot Ganoga Falls, through 13,050 acres of old-growth forest. Chosen as one of the top hikes in the East by Backpacker Magazine.

NEPA's four-season outdoor escape just 20 minutes away — a 198-acre lake anchoring a 1,400-acre park. Fishing for bass and trout, rowboat rentals, swimming beach, forested trails, and full-hookup camping.

Scranton's beloved 112-acre urban park built around a dramatic gorge carved by Roaring Brook. Overlook bridges, walking trails, a free zoo, outdoor pool, and the Everhart Museum — a great family half-day trip.

One of Pennsylvania's largest lakes — 5,700 acres in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. Boating, fishing, kayaking, jet-skiing, and multiple lakefront restaurants make it a perfect summer day trip.

The Lackawanna Heritage Valley Trail runs through Clarks Summit along the old Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad corridor — paved, accessible, and ideal for morning runs, leisurely bike rides, or family walks.

A National Park Service site in downtown Scranton preserving one of America's largest steam locomotive collections — set in the original Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad yard. Free with America the Beautiful pass.

Descend 300 feet underground into an authentic anthracite coal mine via mine car — a genuinely one-of-a-kind experience that reveals NEPA's industrial heritage in a fascinating, family-friendly way.

The world's only museum dedicated entirely to Harry Houdini — featuring rare film footage of his actual escape performances, original artifacts, and live magic and sideshow performances included with admission.

Housed in the stunning 1930 Masonic Temple, the Scranton Cultural Center is NEPA's premier performing arts venue — Broadway touring shows, nationally touring concerts, film screenings, and galas year-round.

Clarks Summit's State Street hosts a vibrant dining scene — from classic American diners to Japanese sushi and Italian cafes. Everything is walkable or within 5 minutes of BlackStone Lodge.

Downtown Scranton — "The Electric City" — has a thriving cultural scene with craft breweries, farm-to-table restaurants, galleries, and boutique shops. Also world-famous as the setting for NBC's The Office.

Now in its 22nd year — 60+ hand-carved ice sculptures transform State Street into a winter wonderland with live carving demonstrations, a kickoff parade, live music, local food vendors, and family activities. Completely free.

The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area spans 70,000 acres along the PA/NJ border — world-class fly fishing, stunning waterfalls, swimming holes, 25+ miles of hiking trails, and sections of the Appalachian Trail. Free entry.