ACTIVITIES
Camping is one of the biggest attractions in and around Waymart, with the area offering everything from family camp resorts and RV parks to rustic tent camping and cabin getaways throughout the Pocono Mountains region. The most well-known destination is Keen Lake Camping & Cottage Resort, a longtime family-owned campground centered around a beautiful 90-acre spring-fed mountain lake. The resort offers RV sites, tent camping, cottages, glamping, fishing, kayaking, swimming, paddleboarding, and organized family activities, making it one of the premier camping destinations in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
One of the closest boating destinations is Keen Lake, a private recreational lake known for kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing, and family-friendly lake activities within the campground and cottage resort community. Nearby Prompton Lake and Prompton State Park are also very popular for kayaking, canoeing, row boating, and fishing, especially for people looking for a quieter outdoor experience surrounded by hiking and biking trails. The lake’s calm waters and scenic wooded setting make it a favorite spot for paddlers and nature lovers.
Horseback riding is a popular outdoor activity in and around Waymart, with several local stables and equestrian centers offering trail rides, riding lessons, carriage rides, and family-friendly farm experiences throughout the Pocono Mountains region. One of the best-known local destinations is Happy Trails Stables in Waymart, which offers guided horseback trail rides, private lessons, carriage rides, sleigh rides, hayrides, and seasonal animal encounters for visitors of all ages. The stable is especially popular for beginner riders and families looking to experience the scenic countryside on horseback.