Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report 2019 – #2 – Leaves are Changing Brightly – September 26, 2019 – The Poconos are lit up with bright colors and fall foliage dreams! This Spring, Summer and Current weather conditions are setup for one of the nicest fall foliage seasons on record! Continuing the great weather we have been having lately into next week and weekend it looks promising for the leaves to stay on the trees too! Without hurricane remnants or major storm systems as of late and none in the forecast we should hold the color palette together for a few more weeks! The Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report will be published every 5 or so days throughout this Fall Foliage 2019 Peak Season. Check back here for current conditions and accurate real time pictures of the NEPA Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage.
Poconos Fall Foliage 2019 Peak Season Calendar
- September 28-29 – Bright and Beautiful Now
- October 5-6 – Peaking with Autumn Splendor
- October 12-13 – Vivid and Grand Peak Display
- October 19-20 – 134 Colors of Peaked Fall Foliage
- October 26-27 – Leaves Dancing on the Ground
- November 2-3 – Big Views and Low Altitude Color
It’s just $44.95 for our Poconos Fall Foliage Tour with VIP Shuttle and Sport Bike Rental!
Our Fall Foliage in the Poconos is one of the best places on earth to enjoy mother natures epic beauty! If you are looking for a fun family day out in the fall foliage check out Pocono Bike Rental and their VIP Fall Foliage Bike Tours. Pocono Bike Rentals Fall Foliage Bike Tours are offered as a self-guided experience; these tours are provided daily and on weekends, come complete with detailed maps, helmet, safety instructions and great modern mountain biking equipment. We will offer you a fall foliage experience like no other, with over 134 varieties of trees the color palette of the Poconos Fall Foliage is one of the best in the world! Please Note Leaf Peepers: Advanced reservations PLEASE!
Check out the Fall Foliage by way of an all inclusive self-guided tour! The trail head drop-off VIP Shuttle and Mountain Bike Rental Service below is second to none! Come experience the most scenic, economical VIP Shuttle Service out of Jim Thorpe – The Pocono Outdoors Fall Foliage biking tours! You can bike down the world famous Lehigh Gorge Trail for just $44.95 each! (2 person minimum, see below for more details.) Pennsylvania Fall Foliage is some of the best in the world! A Fall Foliage Bike Ride is exactly what you need to end summer on a great note! The Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report will keep you up to date on the Peak 2019 Fall Foliage Season.
VIP Pricing currently listed on our Fall Foliage Bike Tours page on our website is valid until October 25th.
Fall Foliage 2019 – FREE Programs offered at Nescopeck and Hickory Run State Parks
Hickory Run State Park – 3613 State Route 534, White Haven, PA 18661-9712 – The 15,990-acre Hickory Run State Park, Carbon County, lies in the western foothills of the Pocono Mountains. This large park has over 40 miles of hiking trails, three state park natural areas and miles of trout streams. Boulder Field, a striking boulder-strewn area, is a National Natural Landmark. PHONE 570-443-0400 – EMAIL hickoryrunsp@pa.gov
A Walk in Penn’s Woods – Join us as we take part in a statewide initiative called “Walk in Penn’s Woods” aimed at getting folks out and enjoying the forest! Join Carbon and Schuylkill County’s very own PA DCNR Service Forester at Hickory Run State Park office to walk along scenic sections of Hickory Run and Sand Spring trails to enjoy the beautiful colors of fall! This family friendly 2.25 mile loop is rated easy to more difficult hiking in certain sections. Participants should wear sturdy footwear and bring water.
Boulder Field Basics – Meet the naturalist for a brief talk on the history and significance of this geologic wonder. Please allow 20 minutes to drive to Boulder Field via a one-way dirt road from Route 534. Saturday, October 12 at 11:00am to 11:15am – More dates through October 13, 2019
Fall Foliage Hike – Conservation volunteer John Jakoby will lead us on a moderate 3-mile hike in Hickory Run State Park. Most of the hike will be on the Skyline Trail, part of which overlooks the beautiful Lehigh Gorge. Get up close and personal with the fall colors in a panoramic setting. Who knows? We may even see some migrating birds. Dress in layers and bring
water and a snack. The Gould Trailhead is located on Route 534 approximately 3/4 mile west of the park office. Registration is required, please call John to register, 570-474-5884. Monday, October 14 at 10:00am
Homeschool Day at Boulder Field – Homeschool students are invited to join park staff at Hickory Run State Park’s Boulder Field for some geology fun! Students of all ages will have the opportunity to learn about the rock cycle and explore the boulder field. This will include an introduction to how the boulder field formed and a short hike (please note the trail is not stroller friendly). There will also be an opportunity for an optional walk across the boulder field, which is best suited for ages 8+. Registration is required. Please register students only. A separate registration is required for each student. Please meet at the Boulder Field. Allow 20-minutes to drive from PA-534. Tuesday, October 22 at 9:30am to 12:00pm
VIP Pricing currently listed on our Fall Foliage Bike Tours page on our website is valid until October 25th.
Nescopeck State Park – 1137 Honey Hole Road, Drums, PA 18222 Bordered on the south by steep Mount Yeager and on the north by Nescopeck Mountain, the 3,550-acre Nescopeck State Park encompasses wetlands, rich forests and many diverse habitats. Nescopeck Creek, a favorite of anglers, meanders through the park. Hiking trails follow the creek, climb mountains, pass through quiet forests and skirt wetlands. An environmental education center provides year-round educational programs on the park’s unique resources. PHONE 570-403-2006 EMAIL nescopecksp@pa.gov
National Public Lands Day Work Day – Help celebrate National Public Lands Day! We will be holding a volunteer work day to help with a variety of projects and can always use an extra hand or two. National Public Lands Day began in 1994 and is now the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event for public lands. Registration requested to plan equipment accordingly. Saturday, September 28 at 9:00am to 11:00am
Nature Play Day ~ Super Heroes! – Find your inner super hero and come explore the Nature Discovery Area in costume! Costumes are absolutely optional, and not required to come enjoy the day playing with other kids. You can dig in the dirt, create mud pie delicacies in the mud kitchen, build a stick fort or create an impromptu musical concert. If you can’t make it today, the Nature Discovery Area is open to visit on your own during park hours! Saturday, September 28 at 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Guided Mushroom Walk – This program and the waiting list are currently FULL. Join Dave Wasilewski, member of the Wyoming Valley Mushroom Club, on a walk through the woods in search of mushrooms to identify. While this will be a leisurely hike, participants should still be able to comfortably travel over uneven terrain. Please wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Registration is full. Sunday, September 29 at 10:00am to 12:00pm
Golden Hawk Watch – Are you a senior looking to try something new? Come spend the afternoon learning about the fall raptor migration at a local hawk watch site. Participants should wear sturdy shoes and bring water and a lunch. We will carpool from Nescopeck State Park at 9:00 am and return by 3:00 pm. Participants should be in good health and able to hike 1 mile over steep, rocky terrain. Wednesday, October 16 at 9:00am to 3:00pm – Rain date: Thursday, October 17
Hiking Series #7 – DATE: Friday, October 18* TRAIL: Creekside Trail LENGTH: 3 miles TERRAIN: more difficult MEET: Nescopeck State Park Office *Pot-luck party to follow hike – bring a dish to share! – Join us for these free guided hikes to get you out and moving on your public lands! Hikes begin at 9 AM and will vary in length, difficulty, and destination. Always wear sturdy shoes and bring water and a snack for these hikes. Well-behaved and friendly dogs on a leash are welcome. Registration is not required, but any hike may be rescheduled due to inclement weather. When in doubt, please call the park office. Friday, October 18 at 9:00am
Scout Day – Migration is a fascinating adaptation that allows certain species to survive our cold northern winters. Scouts will learn about some of the many species who travel back and forth with the seasons. *This program is for girl scouts and cub scouts in Grades 1-5. Space for total number of participants is limited, so in order to accommodate as many scouts as possible, please limit chaperones and do not bring non-scout siblings with you. There is a $2.00 charge for every person attending. Registration is required. Meet at Lake Frances. Saturday, October 26 at 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Forest Bathing for Women – This program is for ladies only and because it is focused on quiet reflection, it is best suited for those ages 18 and up. Forest what?! Yes! Forest bathing. Join volunteer Suzann Schiemer as we learn about the practice of Shinrin-Yoku. Japanese studies have shown that connecting with the environment through our senses provides restorative wellness benefits. Participants should plan to spend 2.5 – 3 hours in the woods for this program, which will include a slow walk and periods of time to explore, interact, and connect with the environment through our senses. Ample time will be given for you to explore and experience nature. Bring water, a light snack, and wear sturdy footwear. Bug spray is recommended. Registration is required. Sunday, October 27 at 9:00am to 12:00pm
VIP Pricing currently listed on our Fall Foliage Bike Tours page on our website is valid until October 25th.
Take advantage of this online pricing now! For a limited time, the pre-season (until Sept. 30th) VIP Fall Foliage Bike Tours in the Poconos, start at only $44.95 to rent a Sport mountain bike with our VIP Shuttle Service from Jim Thorpe. This Fall Foliage in PA Bike Tour is like no other! Fall Foliage Festivals in PA can’t rival the Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Festival and Oktoberfest! You will be easy breezy Pocono biking on a slightly downhill, approximately 2-4% grade the entire way and end up at the best Fall Foliage Festival in PA!
We offer Poconos Fall Foliage Bike Tours from: Glen Summit to Jim Thorpe, White Haven to Jim Thorpe and Rockport to Jim Thorpe, PA. The Lehigh Gorge in the Poconos is AWESOME!. The Jim Thorpe and Poconos Fall foliage peak season is listed in chronological order below with a color gradient to match it’s intensity. Spend a weekend in the Jim Thorpe – Poconos Region seeing the most spectacular fall colors that Mother Nature can offer this side of the Mississippi! There are only a few other places in the world that can boast about the diverse color palette we have to offer in the Pocono Mountains! Check back here for the latest Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report for 2019. Call us now at: 570-899-5025 for pricing and availability.
Fall Foliage Biking and Poconos Whitewater Rafting Combo Trips
Bike/Raft or Kayak Combo Fall Foliage Tour – Enjoy Poconos Mountain Biking in the Lehigh Gorge State Park on the world famous Lehigh Gorge Trail, then go Whitewater Rafting in the Poconos on that very same river! You are guaranteed the lowest pricing to see spectacular wonders of nature combined with some of our nation’s most cherished historical remains! Over 3 hours of fun on the Pocono whitewater and 3 hours biking on one of our modern Sport Bikes! (Add $5 to upgrade to a Comfort Bike or $10 for an Expert 29er Mountain Bike.) This is the lowest Bike/Raft Combo Price in the Poconos and offers a big day out of fun for the most value and excitement! Check back here for the Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report for the Peak 2019 Fall Foliage Season.
Choose a Bike/Raft or Bike/Kayak Combo Fall Foliage Tour:
- 1 Day Bike/Raft $99.95 Weekends – $89.95 Weekdays
- 1 Day Bike/Kayak $119.95 Weekends – $109.95 Weekdays
- 1 Day Bike/Tandem Kayak $109.95/pp Weekends – $99.95/pp Weekdays
Choose your Pocono Biking Fall Foliage Tour:
- Lehigh Gorge Trail – White Haven to Jim Thorpe (26 miles)(included)
- Lehigh Gorge Trail – Rockport to Jim Thorpe (15 miles allows for more sightseeing time in Jim Thorpe)(+$15/pp)
- D&L Black Diamond + Lehigh Gorge Trail – Glen Summit to Jim Thorpe (36 miles for avid cyclists)(+$20/pp)
- (Ask about our Antonio’s $10 Box Lunch Deal, call ahead for availability.)
If you are going to try this adventure it is a 9:00 AM PROMPT Start Time! Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. – BONUS: After you finish biking and before the rafting portion you may have time for lunch and sight see in the famously historic coal mining and railroad town of Jim Thorpe, PA. This event begins in Bowmanstown and includes either a shuttle North to Glen Summit, White Haven or Rockport and some points of access require additional costs described below. Must be booked in advance please call for availability and custom invoicing.
Bike/Raft or Kayak Combo Fall Foliage Tour – Enjoy Poconos Mountain Biking in the Lehigh Gorge State Park on the world famous Lehigh Gorge Trail and Whitewater Rafting on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA Check back here for the latest 2019 Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report and when the 2019 Fall Foliage Peak will be.
More Poconos Fall Foliage info from the PA-DCNR:
The DCNR Penn’s Woods Fall Foliage Webpage
Why Do Autumn Leaves Change Color?
Penn’s Woods Fall Foliage Interactive Story Maps
Lehigh Gorge State Park Fall Foliage Video – Presented by: PoconoBikeRental.com
The Lehigh Gorge Bike Trail is the most spectacular rail trail system in the world during the colorful fall season. The Pocono Mountains have over 134 deciduous tree varieties changing color for your viewing pleasure. The orange-red leaves are falling down along the Lehigh River with amazing beauty. Autumn is your last chance to get on the trail before the snow covers it and go biking with us. Fall Foliage bike tours starting at $44.95. Just follow the signs while near the White Haven, Lake Harmony and Hickory Run State Park areas! Stay tuned for more by subscribing to our YouTube channel! Check out our Lehigh Gorge Trail Biking Videos to see exciting Poconos biking footage of the Lehigh Gorge State Park.