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7 Must-See Attractions in Monroe County

Rusty Glessner

A collage of four images highlighting attractions in Monroe County, Pennsylvania: the top left shows a hiker admiring Rattlesnake Falls cascading through a mossy woodland setting; the top right features the colorful entrance and vendor booths inside Olde Engine Works Market Place; the bottom left displays framed illustrations and sculptures in a gallery room at the Frazetta Art Museum; and the bottom right captures the rushing waters of Tumbling Waters surrounded by lush green forest.

If you’re looking for the best things to see and do in Monroe County, you’re in the right place!

Map of Pennsylvania with county boundaries outlined and Monroe County highlighted in red in the eastern part of the state.

The county was established in 1836 and named for President James Monroe, the fifth president of the United States.

A close-up of the blue and gold Pennsylvania historical marker in Stroudsburg, Monroe County, detailing the county's formation on April 1, 1836 from parts of Northampton and Pike counties, its naming after President James Monroe, its history of Indian raids between 1755 and 1782, involvement in Sullivan’s March, the Pocono Mountains' development as a resort area, and Stroudsburg’s incorporation in 1815.

The county seat is Stroudsburg, known as a gateway to the Pocono Mountains.

A bronze World War I soldier statue atop a granite base with a dedication plaque stands in front of the historic Monroe County Courthouse in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, a Romanesque Revival-style building with arched windows, a slate roof, and a clock tower featuring green copper detailing.

From waterfalls and hiking trails to antique stores and museums, here are 7 of the best things to see and do in Monroe County.

Simply click on the blue text links on the map above or in the descriptions below to read more in-depth information about each destination.

A man walks his dog on a leash across large rock slabs near the edge of Tobyhanna Falls, where whitewater cascades down a rugged drop surrounded by dense evergreen and deciduous forest in Monroe County, Pennsylvania.

1. Rattlesnake Falls

Rattlesnake Falls is a multi-tiered, 20 foot tall waterfall located on State Game Lands 211, near Mountainhome.

A hiker in an orange jacket and blue cap stands ankle-deep in the stream below the upper tier of Rattlesnake Falls in Monroe County, PA, using a walking stick while admiring the wide, multi-tiered cascade flowing over mossy rock ledges in a forested ravine on State Game Lands 221.

The hike to Rattlesnake Falls covers 1.2 miles (2.4 miles round-trip), with most of that following an old forest road, making for easy hiking.

All three tiers of Rattlesnake Falls in Monroe County Pennsylvania.

2. Pocono Indian Museum

The Pocono Indian Museum highlights the rich history and culture of the Lenape, also known as the Delaware Indians, the original inhabitants of the Pocono Mountains.

A collage of four photos taken at the Pocono Indian Museum in Monroe County, PA. The top left image shows the front entrance of the museum, a white colonial-style building with columns and a ramp leading up to the porch. The top right image displays an interior exhibit featuring Native American artifacts, including a mounted deer head, traditional weapons, and tools. The bottom left image showcases a green exhibit with stone tools and weapons such as an atlatl, spear thrower, post mold, and awl, along with illustrative drawings. The bottom right image captures the gift shop, highlighting a variety of Native American-themed jewelry, dreamcatchers, and clothing, arranged on shelves and racks in a rustic setting.

The museum features a range of exhibits centered on the Lenape’s ancient tools, pottery, art, and crafts, offering visitors insight into the Lenape traditions and way of life.

A diorama at the Pocono Indian Museum in Monroe County, PA, depicting a Delaware Indian woman preparing food. The wooden cutout figure is shown grinding corn with stone tools, surrounded by ears of corn and other stone implements, set against a dark background. This exhibit highlights traditional food preparation techniques and the daily life of the Delaware Indians.

3. Marshalls Falls

Marshalls Falls is a 20-foot tall waterfall situated within a 17-acre nature park near East Stroudsburg.

Collage of three photos from Marshalls Falls in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, showing a dramatic view of the waterfall framed by rock cliffs, an educational sign with geological and historical information about Marshalls Falls Park, and an overhead perspective of water rushing through a rocky gorge in a forested setting.

An ADA-accessible boardwalk leads from a paved parking area to an observation area at the base of the falls.

Wooden boardwalk with railings winding through a forested area at Marshalls Falls in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, leading toward the waterfall overlook.

4. The Frazetta Art Museum

The Frazetta Art Museum houses the largest collection of Frank Frazetta original paintings and drawings in the world, Frazetta being considered the “Godfather of fantasy art.”

A collage of four photos taken at the Frazetta Art Museum in Monroe County, PA. The top left image shows a wall with framed fantasy artworks, including colorful paintings and detailed illustrations by Frank Frazetta. The top right image captures two framed paintings of a powerful warrior statue set against an ancient cityscape, showcasing Frazetta's talent in creating dramatic scenes. The bottom left image features a row of framed paintings depicting dynamic and mythical scenes, complemented by sculptures and decorative items arranged below on a shelf. The bottom right image displays the exterior of the museum, highlighting a rustic building with a red-tiled roof, an arched entrance, and lush surrounding greenery, creating an inviting and picturesque setting.

Renowned for his work on comic books, paperback covers, paintings, posters, and album covers, Frank Frazetta’s influence on modern fantasy art is profound.

A close-up view of the album cover for Molly Hatchet, featuring artwork by Frank Frazetta. The cover depicts the Death Dealer, a menacing armored warrior on a powerful black horse, holding a large weapon. The detailed illustration showcases Frazetta's signature style, with vibrant colors and dynamic composition. The background includes dramatic skies and a flying bird, adding to the intensity of the scene. The album's title is prominently displayed at the top in bold, colorful lettering.

5. Tobyhanna Falls

Tobyhanna Falls lies at the end of an easy 0.4 mile hike (one way) along the Tobyhanna Creek in the Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area.

Tobyhanna Falls in the PA Pocono Mountains

Its close proximity to Interstate 80 also makes it a great pitstop when travelling along that highway.

Several people explore the rocky terrain surrounding Tobyhanna Falls in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, as water cascades over a rugged drop into a swirling pool below, with one child crouched near the edge touching the stream and others watching nearby amid a backdrop of dense forest.

6. Olde Engine Works Antique Marketplace

Olde Engine Works Antique Marketplace in Monroe County features 100+ vendors in a 22,000 sq-ft restored factory packed with antiques and vintage finds.

A collage of four photos depicting the diverse offerings at Olde Engine Works Antique Market, including a view down the main aisle filled with vendor booths and vintage glassware, a display case of classic toys and figurines, a pegboard wall showcasing taxidermy, antique kitchenware, and home décor, and the exterior of the historic brick factory building with large windows and a sign indicating the market is open daily.

7. Resica Falls

Resica Falls is a stunning roadside waterfall located 12 miles north of Stroudsburg.

This collage of five photos provides a comprehensive view of Resica Falls within the Scout Reservation in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. The centerpiece is the broad, tiered waterfall, its white streams rushing over rocky ledges, surrounded by a forest of bare trees with a bridge visible in the distance. Adjacent to this are images of the surrounding natural environment and signage that guide and inform visitors. One sign provides a welcome and lists the regulations for visitors, including the hours of public access from dawn to dusk and the prohibition of dogs. Another warns against going beyond the railings and cables for safety. The entrance sign to the scenic overlook, framed by wooden posts, marks the starting point for visitors to explore the falls. Together, these images encapsulate the experience of visiting Resica Falls, emphasizing the natural beauty and the importance of safety and preservation in this outdoor setting.

Nearby Attractions

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A collage of 4 images highlighting some of the best things to see and do in Pike County PA.

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A collage of four images depicting landmarks in Carbon County, Pennsylvania. Top left: A yellow and green striped train engine on railway tracks with a forested hill in the background. Top right: A multi-tiered waterfall cascading over a rock face surrounded by greenery. Bottom left: An aerial view of a serpentine river cutting through a densely forested valley in the fall. Bottom right: A stately Victorian mansion with elaborate architectural details, nestled among mature autumn trees.

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A collage of four photos taken in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. Top left: Historic steam and diesel locomotives displayed at the Steamtown National Historic Site turntable. Top right: A Stegosaurus skeleton on exhibit inside the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science, and Art in Scranton. Bottom left: A vibrant mural of Dwight Schrute from the television show "The Office" painted on a wall in Scranton. Bottom right: A serene waterfall flowing through the rocky landscape of Nay Aug Gorge at Nay Aug Park in Scranton.

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