Laura's Guidebook - Lake Ariel & beyond
Good eats
CASH ONLY The location is conveniently located but during a rush, service can be very slow (1 hour wait for food to come out). But the food is good, once it comes out. Good option for take out
17 locals recommend
Lori's Corner Kitchen
630 Hamlin HwyCASH ONLY The location is conveniently located but during a rush, service can be very slow (1 hour wait for food to come out). But the food is good, once it comes out. Good option for take out
Good beer and service, check out the biergarten if its nice out. They sometimes have music too
22 locals recommend
Nurnberger Bierhaus
2136 Lake Ariel HwyGood beer and service, check out the biergarten if its nice out. They sometimes have music too
Only open Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Good breakfast, service isn't the fastest but they are very nice.
6 locals recommend
Doc's At The Rocks
895 State Rte 3006Only open Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Good breakfast, service isn't the fastest but they are very nice.
Mr. Yock's BBQ
1387 Ledgedale RdDecent BBQ close by. Cash tip only (can't put it on your card)
Good food, friendly staff. There could be a long wait but they have great customer service.
Stan's Cafe
16 Beach Lake HwyGood food, friendly staff. There could be a long wait but they have great customer service.
Stores/convenience
Closest pharmacy, if it doesn't have what you need, there is a Rite Aid right across the street.
9 locals recommend
CVS
657 Hamlin HwyClosest pharmacy, if it doesn't have what you need, there is a Rite Aid right across the street.
Closest convenience store to the Nook, but if you go in any direction you'll bump into another dollar general
Dollar General
1440 Lake Ariel HwyClosest convenience store to the Nook, but if you go in any direction you'll bump into another dollar general
Place an order Weis 2 go (store #106) before you head up and pick it up on your way in!
44 locals recommend
Weis Markets
589 Hamlin HwyPlace an order Weis 2 go (store #106) before you head up and pick it up on your way in!
Exxon
1389 Lake Ariel HwyClosest gas station, ATM ($2 charge)
City/town information
Super cute town close by to visit. Lots of places to check out and places to eat, nice park for kids to play too
72 locals recommend
Hawley
Super cute town close by to visit. Lots of places to check out and places to eat, nice park for kids to play too
Only 35 minutes away, closest 'city' close by. Do The Office tour (https://www.visitnepa.org/things-to-do/tours-itineraries/the-office/ ), check out the arts and much more
60 locals recommend
Scranton
Only 35 minutes away, closest 'city' close by. Do The Office tour (https://www.visitnepa.org/things-to-do/tours-itineraries/the-office/ ), check out the arts and much more
Honesdale
Things to do
Take a ride on the train! Check out their website for events & ticket pricing - https://www.thestourbridgeline.net
50 locals recommend
The Stourbridge Line Train Excursions
812 Main StTake a ride on the train! Check out their website for events & ticket pricing - https://www.thestourbridgeline.net
Soarin Eagle Rail Tours, LLC
4 Columbus Ave"Scenic & recreational railbiking adventure"
Second largest lake in PA, tons of options and something fun for everyone... don't forget to cruise over to party cove!!!
192 locals recommend
Lake Wallenpaupack
Second largest lake in PA, tons of options and something fun for everyone... don't forget to cruise over to party cove!!!
Right down the road! Its a must see, especially if you have little kids
234 locals recommend
Claws 'N' Paws
1475 Ledgedale RdRight down the road! Its a must see, especially if you have little kids
Kalahari
250 Kalahari Blvd45 minutes away, has excellent reviews
Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark
1 Great Wolf Dr50 minutes away, also has great reviews
Circle Drive-In Theatre
Hiking
Shuman Point Hiking Trail
1237 Purdytown TurnpikeGet out doors and check out this trail!
Varden Conservation Area
225 Tannery RdGreat place to hike and be out in nature:)
Lacawac Sanctuary
94 Sanctuary RdAnother great place to hike!
Nay Aug Park
500 Arthur AveLocal ski spots
Located in The Hidout. Just a few blocks away from Smuggler’s Nook. Great for beginners. Rentals & tubing also available
1103 Westwood Dr
1103 Westwood DriveLocated in The Hidout. Just a few blocks away from Smuggler’s Nook. Great for beginners. Rentals & tubing also available
Elk Mountain Ski Resort
344 Elk Mountain RdBest skiing & snowboarding in PA, 50 minutes away
Closest mountain resort, summer & winter fun, lots of events & concerts
171 locals recommend
Montage Mountain Resorts
1000 Montage Mountain RdClosest mountain resort, summer & winter fun, lots of events & concerts
Shawnee Mountain Ski Area
401 Hollow Rd1 hour away, another great PA ski choice
Farm stands/markets
Local produce & farmers markets galore
406 Avoy Rd
406 Avoy RoadLocal produce! Super close
Matt's Farm Market
657 Bidwell Hill RdHaven’t tried it but very close
Kim & Andrew's Farm Market
884 Hamlin HwyNew! And also very close
Ritter's Farm Market (Hamlin Store)
991 Hamlin Hwy