Jim Thorpe Bike Rentals and Shuttles
Pocono Bike Rentals gets you to and from; the Lehigh Gorge State Park Access in Jim Thorpe to the Trailheads in White Haven, Rockport or the recently minted D&L Black Diamond Trail in Glen Summit. Our VIP Jim Thorpe Bike Shuttle service is unlike any other. We operate daily from May until November and ONLY use small new passenger vans not rickety old school busses that are; slow to load, slow to drive, slow to get there and slow to unload.
We use top of the line New Environmentally Friendly Ford Transit 350 XLT Eco-Boost VIP Shuttle Vans! ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED; for all our Jim Thorpe Bike Shuttle Services. We bring the bikes to you, loaded up on our great bike rack equipped trailers and we are ready to go once all our scheduled guests arrive! Give us a call at: 570-899-0400 for more details; pricing and availability then come back to the website to book online and save money!
E-BIKE Restrictions: No e-bikes will be transported unless preauthorized by management. In addition to pre-approval you will be charged an EXTRA $25 for each of them when we do authorize a transport. You will see a question inside the shopping cart that you will have to answer in order to add the appropriate amount of extra fees.
DCNR E-Bike Restrictions: No E-Bikes that are throttle assist and not simply pedal assist and/or travel at over 25mph will be allowed on our shuttle vans and are restricted from Lehigh Gorge Trail usage.
Jim Thorpe Bike Shuttles – MIDWEEK :
- Jim Thorpe to White Haven – Get dropped off at the White Haven South Access Trailhead to ride unguided, downhill (2-4% grade) the 23.5 Mile Lehigh Gorge Bike Trail back to Jim Thorpe.
9:00 AM White Haven Shuttle - (4 person min.)
11:00 AM White Haven Shuttle - VIP EXPRESS - (2 person min.) 1:00 PM White Haven Shuttle - (4 person min.)
The 11 AM is a VIP Express Route; and is only 30 minute shuttle ride.
$25 Advance Reservation - $30 Same Day
We are the only company offering VIP shuttle services 3 times daily from Jim Thorpe to White Haven at the start of the world famous Lehigh Gorge Trail (Top 100 Rail Trail in the US). Most people can finish this tour in about 3-4 hours with stops for pictures, sightseeing and lunch (not included).
- Jim Thorpe to Glen Summit – Get dropped off at the Glen Summit Access Trailhead to ride unguided, downhill (2-4% grade) the 33.5 Mile D&L Black Diamond Trail back to Jim Thorpe.
9:00 AM Glen Summit Shuttle - MIDWEEK ONLY (4 person min.)
The 9 AM Shuttle will stop in White Haven first; if there are riders for it and then continue on to Glen summit. This is an approximately 45 minute shuttle ride without stopping in White Haven.
$35 Advanced Reservation - $4o Same Day - (per person)
This is a specialized VIP Bike shuttle from Jim Thorpe north to the recently developed D & L Black Diamond Trail in Glen Summit and is not for the faint of heart! To get the full effect of the Pocono Mountain Biking Experience you must try this 4-5 hour ride (including stops for pictures, sightseeing, food and water breaks).
- Jim Thorpe to Rockport – Get dropped off at the Rockport Access Point to ride unguided, downhill )2-4% grad) the 13.5 Mile Lehigh Gorge Bike Trail back to Jim Thorpe.
1:00 PM Rockport Shuttle - MIDWEEK ONLY(4 person min.)
This is a not an Express Route, it is approximately a 35-45 minute shuttle time depending on if there is White Haven drop off ridership.
$30 Advance Reservation - $35 Same Day (per person)
This “Lower” Section of the Lehigh Gorge Trail is approximately 15 miles from Rockport to Jim Thorpe. This short bike ride should take around 1-2 hours (including stops for pictures, sightseeing, food and water breaks).
Jim Thorpe Bike Shuttles – WEEKEND:
- Jim Thorpe to White Haven – Get dropped off at the White Haven South Access Trailhead to ride unguided, downhill (2-4% grade) the 23.5 Mile Lehigh Gorge Bike Trail back to Jim Thorpe.
9:00 AM White Haven Shuttle - VIP EXPRESS - (2 person min.)
11:00 AM White Haven Shuttle - VIP EXPRESS - (2 person min.) 1:00 PM White Haven Shuttle - VIP EXPRESS - (2 person min.)
5:00 PM White Haven Shuttle - VIP EXPRESS - (4 person min.)
ALL these are VIP Express Routes; and are only a 30 minute shuttle ride.
$25 Advance Reservation - $30 Same Day (per person)
We are the only company offering VIP shuttle services from Jim Thorpe to White Haven at the start of the world famous Lehigh Gorge Trail (Top 100 Rail Trail in the US). Most people can finish this tour in about 3-4 hours with stops for pictures, sightseeing and lunch (not included).
- Jim Thorpe to Rockport – Get dropped off at the Rockport Access Point to ride unguided, downhill )2-4% grad) the 13.5 Mile Lehigh Gorge Bike Trail back to Jim Thorpe.
3:00 PM Rockport Shuttle - WEEKENDS ONLY (4 person min.)
This is a VIP Express Route, approximately 35 minute shuttle time.
$30 Advance Reservation - $35 Same Day (per person)
This “Lower” Section of the Lehigh Gorge Trail is approximately 15 miles from Rockport to Jim Thorpe. This short bike ride should take around 1-2 hours (including stops for pictures, sightseeing, food and water breaks).
SAME DAY Jim Thorpe Bike Shuttles
Why do I need shuttle service?
The Lehigh Gorge Trail is uphill from Jim Thorpe to points North . That’s why we offer VIP Shuttle Service so you will be biking downhill on a 2-4% grade the entire way! It is an amazing experience like no other bike ride in the world! Historical and educational value markers along the way will teach you about the rich local mining history as well guide you safely down the trail. Approximately 3-4 hours with stops for pictures, sightseeing etc.
Are you READY? – Let’s go bike the famous Lehigh Gorge Rail Trail from White Haven to Jim Thorpe, PA! This is where you bike down the famous Lehigh Gorge Bike Trail ending back in Jim Thorpe for an afternoon lunch or sightseeing. During your bike tour you will go past the famous Buttermilk and Glen Onoko Falls! Give us a call at; 570-899-0400for more details; pricing and availability then book online to save money!
Modern VIP Shuttle Van – Ford Transit 350XLT Eco-Boost
We use top of the line New Environmentally Friendly Ford Transit 350 XLT Eco-Boost VIP Shuttle Vans; (not old, slow, school buses with long bike loading and unloading and travel times). We have professional, knowledgeable drivers offering personalized care and attention. Our bikes are state of the art and so are our SUPER SAFE transport vehicles with multiple passenger and side curtain airbags (9); equipped with Sirius Satellite Radio, DVD/CD, Bluetooth Media Array, USB and Wireless Power charging stations for your cell phones.
We are licensed by the DCNR; (PA Department of Conservation of Natural Resources) to pick up and transport bikers in and out of the Lehigh Gorge State Park at Jim Thorpe, Rockport, White Haven and Glen Summit Trailheads. Give us a call at; 570-899-0400 for more details; pricing and availability, then book online to save money!
JIM THORPE BIKE RENTALS AND VIP SHUTTLE PICKUP LOCATION: We offer a more convenient, less traffic and NO PARKING FEE location. The Jim Thorpe Bike Rentals and VIP Bike Shuttles operates from inside the Glen Onoko Access Point of the Lehigh Gorge State Park. It’s just across the new bridge on the North Side of Jim Thorpe. You can now park with ease, not have to deal with the traffic issues of downtown Jim Thorpe and save on the ever increasing parking fees at the overcrowded (and sometimes full) Carbon County Visitor’s Center Parking Lot. We get you up the trail faster, safer and in better comfort. Give us a call at; 570-899-0400 for more details, pricing and availability, then book online to save money!
Try to be the King of the Poconos and bike the additional D&L Black Diamond Trail located in Glen Summit, PA. Tack on additional 10 mile easy downhill ride through beautiful forests, streams and lakes with benches and tables along the way for picnicking for a total of 33.5 miles and 4-5 hours of fun. The well maintained trail surface offers everyone a great introduction to the Poconos Mountain Biking Scene.
If you are looking for a great place to eat along the way in White Haven; check out Antonio’s Pizza/Subs (they will also make your take out sub fast so you can take it on the trail and eat it along the way at one of the many picnic tables along the beautiful Lehigh River) and Jireh’s Pizza/Subs and Restaurant; (a great place to sit down and relax for a little break from the trail!)
Give us a call at 570-899-0400 for more details; pricing and availability then come book online to save money! (4 person min.)
The Jim Thorpe bike shuttle pickup location is approximately one half mile down the access road inside the Glen Onoko area of the Lehigh Gorge State Park. The exact spot is the Bicycle Concession Shuttle Pickup area of the parking lot, which is pictured below and is about a half mile into the park from the entrance. If you reach the main parking lot across the wooden bridges, you have gone too far, turn around and go back through the parking lot back over the wooden bridges then past the Rusty Railroad bridge until you see the first parking lot with the signage pictured below, our Modern Ford Transit 350XLT Eco-Boost (not the van pictured below) will be there with Orange Safety Cones sitting next to it.
PLEASE READ: BE ON TIME FOR YOUR SHUTTLE TRIP! Please arrive at least 15-20 minutes prior to departure. If you are late by even 5 minutes of the departure time YOU WILL NOT be accommodated and or may have to be rescheduled (if available) or worse; DENIED SERVICE.
- A $60 return shuttle fee will be charged for missed shuttles. The Jim Thorpe pickups can fill up quickly on the weekends so please book ahead to guarantee your spot! (The AM Jim Thorpe Bike Rentals must be returned by 4:00pm and the PM drop offs by 6pm.)
- E-BIKE Restrictions: No e-bikes will be transported unless preauthorized by management.
- E-Bike EXTRA Shuttle Fee – $25: when authorized to transport them.
- DCNR E-Bike Restrictions: No E-Bikes that are throttle assist and not simply pedal assist and/or travel at over 25mph will be allowed on our shuttle vans and are restricted from Lehigh Gorge Trail usage.
PLEASE READ: VIP Shuttle Service Bikers; when you are near the end of your amazing journey to Jim Thorpe, you will reach this historic converted railroad bridge DO NOT CROSS IT! The VIP Bike Shuttle Service pickup spot is just past this bridge on the right side of the road where you parked your cars!
For more information outside of normal business hours please use our contact us form. Same day booking fee and or custom shuttle fee of $5/person may apply to all last minute (day of) reservations at our discretion. Lehigh Gorge rail trail biking is an awesome experience BUT, you can also go whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking and play disc golf.
Any reservation protocols or bike sizing information or questions check out our FAQ page. When you are finished be sure to leave a review on our TripAdvisor page, thanks in advance! The most affordable mountain bike rentals in the Jim Thorpe, PA and Poconos, PA area are at Pocono Bike Rentals and Shuttles.
Give us a call at 570-899-0400 for more details; pricing and availability then come book online to save money!
Some of our other Poconos Outdoor Adventures and Activities need to be reserved well in advance and are subject to availability. For more information and to find out how to make a reservation for Whitewater Rafting or Kayaking (as the dam release weekends can sell out quickly), you can contact us daily at: 570-899-0400 or use our contact us form. Same day booking fee of $5/person will apply to all last minute (within 24 hours) reservations.
Pocono Bike Rentals is centrally located at the heart of the Poconos, in the historic timber and coal industry town of White Haven, PA. Nestled between the newly minted D&L Black Diamond Rail Trail (10 miles) and what’s nationally recognized as a must see while in PA is the Lehigh Gorge Rail Trail (26 miles). Pocono Bike Rentals is at the epicenter of Poconos Biking and has the lowest price and best bike rentals in the Poconos. Alongside the trail you follow the famous Class III+ Lehigh River. Call now to confirm availability and then book online to save money on your Poconos biking adventure: 570-899-0400. (2 person minimum)
For the more adventurous, you can explore other White Haven, Poconos area mountain bike trails with awesome mountaintop climbs leading to bomber single track downhills. Just give us a call to schedule a private VIP guided tour!
Pocono Biking on the Lehigh Gorge Trail – Compilation – Presented By: PoconoBikeRental.com
This is a compilation video of most of our Lehigh Gorge Trail and Pocono Bike Rental videos to date. We hope you enjoy this brief summary of our video adventures in 2015 biking on the Lehigh Gorge Trail in the Poconos. Pocono biking in the Lehigh Gorge Trail System is unlike any other biking experience in the world! What awaits you is a class 3 pristine whitewater rafting river along side a smooth surfaced rail trail that sits deep inside a forest covered gorge created millions of years ago. It offers spectacular waterfalls, beautiful plants, trees and animals unique to the Poconos and this region of the world.
Our user friendly mountain bike rental fleet includes bikes for everyone. We have comfortable bikes with wide forgiving seats, multiple speeds and upright easy to steer handlebars. We have an awesome assortment of kids bikes at the best bike rental prices in the Poconos! We also have extras like waist packs, day packs, first aid kits and GoPro Camera Rentals! Stay tuned for more Lehigh Gorge and Hickory Run State Park, White Haven, PA Poconos Outdoor Adventures videos by subscribing to our YouTube channel!
Trips run rain or shine. No cancellations or refunds without purchasing Vacation Insurance during the booking process.
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