Nestled in Pennsylvania's picturesque Pocono Mountains, Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania, is a small community built around the 125-acre lake that shares its name. Most tourist activities in the area relate to the great outdoors, as Lake Harmony is a prime location for hiking, biking, skiing and swimming. Read on to learn more about Lake Harmony, Pennsylvania.
The Split Rock Resort is a family favorite, owing to its variety of activities for all ages. The kids love the indoor waterpark (see below), while adults enjoy spending an afternoon on the resort's 27-hole golf course. There's a pizza place, outdoor swimming pool, movie theater, boating--and the list goes on.
Blue Heron Village and Laurelwood Village are vacation rentals on Big Boulder Lake, near the Jack Frost Ski Area, and are a good choice for visitors who are in Lake Harmony to take advantage of the winter sports.
In summer, Lake Harmony itself is the ideal setting for boating, swimming and fishing. In addition, nearby Hickory Run State Park is a woodsy wonderland with camping, 43 miles of hiking trails, cross-country ski trails, swimming, fishing in trout-filled streams, hunting (in season) and picnicking.
In winter, the area around Lake Harmony becomes a snow lover's paradise, with a number of winter sports available. For downhill skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing, head to the Jack Frost Ski Area, where you'll find a variety of trails for different skill levels, particularly beginner and intermediate levels. Prices here are reasonable and the trails are rarely crowded.
The Split Rock Resort H2O Indoor Waterpark makes a great getaway in winter or a good place to spend a rainy day in summer. This attraction is fun for all ages, but is particularly suited to families with kids. Thrilling waterslides, a wave pool, hot tubs and more will keep visitors occupied for hours and hours. Make sure to bring your own towels, because the waterpark does not supply them.
When hunger strikes, you'll find several restaurants in Lake Harmony where you can have a filling meal. At Terra Cottage you can enjoy entrees such as Hunter Schnitzel or Shrimp Scampi served in a whimsical setting. Nick's Lake House is another Lake Harmony option for a tasty meal. For a fantastic breakfast, head over to Piggy's, where you'll want to throw out your calorie counter before you leave.
