🍁 Week 3 October 2026 – October 15–21

Date: October 13, 2026, Location: White Haven, PA – Lehigh Gorge / Poconos Region

Status: Peak Shifts South – Jim Thorpe & Southern Poconos

By mid‑October, peak color slides south into Jim Thorpe, Lehighton, and southern Monroe/Carbon counties, while northern areas begin to move past peak with more leaf drop.

Color Levels

• Northern Poconos: 60–80% color still vibrant, some bare branches
• Central Poconos / Lehigh Gorge: 85–100% color, PEAK SEASON
• Southern Poconos / Jim Thorpe: 75–90% PEAK Spots on top of Blue Mountain

Ideal Activities

• Jim Thorpe rail trail rides with full hillside color
• Whitewater rafting with golden banks and red ridges
• Camping & hiking in lower‑elevation forests

This is the best week for Jim Thorpe‑based adventures—especially for guests staying in town and exploring the gorge. Book biking, disc golf, or assisted camping at PoconosOutdoors.com or call 570‑899‑0400.

Fall Foliage Report Information Resources:

DCNR Fall Foliage Reports

Penn Woods Fall Foliage Report

Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report

🌲 Enjoy the Great Pocono Outdoors!

Try our Poconos Biking with Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, or Tubing Combo Tours on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA. Or explore hiking trails, disc golf at Hickory Run State Park, and our VIP bike shuttle services.

For more adventure options, visit the Pocono Fun page.

The Good Word:

“Thank you, Lord, that you are my constant companion. There is no need that you cannot fill…

AMEN

You should try out, Poconos Biking with Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking or Tubing Combo Tours, on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA. You can also go sight see all the cool hiking trails or play disc golf at Hickory Run State Park!  For more information about these types of tours check out our Pocono Fun page.

If you want to learn more about; Poconos Biking Specials, the Lehigh Gorge Trail or logistics behind the Glen Summit, Rockport or Jim Thorpe VIP Bike Shuttle Service we have all the answers!

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 mountain biking tour!

Cancellation and Reservation Policies are found here: FAQ – Most Frequently Asked Questions.

Trips run rain or shine. No cancellations or refunds without purchasing Vacation Protection during the booking process.

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Pocono Outdoors LLC – Poconos Bike Rentals, Poconos Whitewater Rafting, Poconos Kayaking, Poconos River Tubing, Poconos SUP, Poconos Disc Golf, Poconos Campgrounds

🍂 Week 2 October 2026 – October 8–14

Date: October 06, 2026, Location: White Haven, PA – Lehigh Gorge / Poconos Region

Status: Peak Color in Central Poconos / Lehigh Gorge

By the second week of October, the central Poconos and Lehigh Gorge typically hit full peak color, with hillsides exploding in reds, oranges, and golds. Pocono Record’s past forecasts and PMVB’s map consistently place this window as top‑tier viewing for the region.

Color Levels

• Northern Poconos: PEAK SEASON beautiful, 85–100% color if full form
• Central Poconos / Lehigh Gorge: 75–90% PEAK Spots Scattered throughout
• Southern Poconos / Jim Thorpe / Lehighton: 50–70% and building

Best Spots This Week

• Rockport → Jim Thorpe rail trail and river corridor
• Overlooks above Mauch Chunk Lake
• Scenic drives into Carbon and Monroe Counties

This is the classic “postcard” week—perfect for photography, biking, rafting, and multi‑sport combos. Peak weeks fill fast. Book biking, rafting, or assisted camping at PoconosOutdoors.com or call 570‑899‑0400.

Fall Foliage Report Information Resources:

DCNR Fall Foliage Reports

Penn Woods Fall Foliage Report

Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report

🌲 Enjoy the Great Pocono Outdoors!

Try our Poconos Biking with Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, or Tubing Combo Tours on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA. Or explore hiking trails, disc golf at Hickory Run State Park, and our VIP bike shuttle services.

For more adventure options, visit the Pocono Fun page.

The Good Word:

“Lord, when doubts fill my mind, when my heart is in turmoil thank you for the quiet and renewed hope I have in you.”

AMEN…

You should try out, Poconos Biking with Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking or Tubing Combo Tours, on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA. You can also go sight see all the cool hiking trails or play disc golf at Hickory Run State Park!  For more information about these types of tours check out our Pocono Fun page.

If you want to learn more about; Poconos Biking Specials, the Lehigh Gorge Trail or logistics behind the Glen Summit, Rockport or Jim Thorpe VIP Bike Shuttle Service we have all the answers!

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 mountain biking tour!

Cancellation and Reservation Policies are found here: FAQ – Most Frequently Asked Questions.

Trips run rain or shine. No cancellations or refunds without purchasing Vacation Protection during the booking process.

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Pocono Outdoors LLC – Poconos Bike Rentals, Poconos Whitewater Rafting, Poconos Kayaking, Poconos River Tubing, Poconos SUP, Poconos Disc Golf, Poconos Campgrounds

🍁 Week 1 October 2026 – October 1–7

Date: September 29, 2026, Location: White Haven, PA – Lehigh Gorge / Poconos Region

Status: Approaching Peak in Northern Poconos, Strong Color in Central Zones

The first week of October usually marks near‑peak color in the northern Poconos and strong, building color in the central Lehigh Gorge region. DCNR’s historical reports and PMVB’s foliage map both show this window as a prime time for leaf‑peeping in Northeast PA.

Color Levels

• Northern Poconos: 60–75% color, approaching peak
• Central Poconos / Lehigh Gorge: 40–60% color
• Southern Poconos / Jim Thorpe: 25–40% color

Recommended Adventures

• Bike + Raft Combos in the Lehigh Gorge
• Assisted Camping with cool nights and colorful mornings
• Scenic drives through Route 115 / Route 940 / Route 903

This is a prime week for guests who want strong color without full crowds—especially midweek. Book biking, rafting, or assisted camping at PoconosOutdoors.com or call 570‑899‑0400.

Fall Foliage Report Information Resources:

DCNR Fall Foliage Reports

Penn Woods Fall Foliage Report

Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report

🌲 Enjoy the Great Pocono Outdoors!

Try our Poconos Biking with Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, or Tubing Combo Tours on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA. Or explore hiking trails, disc golf at Hickory Run State Park, and our VIP bike shuttle services.

For more adventure options, visit the Pocono Fun page.

The Good Word:

Thank you, father, that you did not create everyone alike. Our differences add wonderful variety to life. Out individuality makes us whole with you…

AMEN

You should try out, Poconos Biking with Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking or Tubing Combo Tours, on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA. You can also go sight see all the cool hiking trails or play disc golf at Hickory Run State Park!  For more information about these types of tours check out our Pocono Fun page.

If you want to learn more about; Poconos Biking Specials, the Lehigh Gorge Trail or logistics behind the Glen Summit, Rockport or Jim Thorpe VIP Bike Shuttle Service we have all the answers!

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 mountain biking tour!

Cancellation and Reservation Policies are found here: FAQ – Most Frequently Asked Questions.

Trips run rain or shine. No cancellations or refunds without purchasing Vacation Protection during the booking process.

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Pocono Outdoors LLC – Poconos Bike Rentals, Poconos Whitewater Rafting, Poconos Kayaking, Poconos River Tubing, Poconos SUP, Poconos Disc Golf, Poconos Campgrounds

🍂 Late September 2026 – Last Weeks of September Fall Foliage Report

Date: September 15, 2026, Location: White Haven, PA – Lehigh Gorge / Poconos Region

By the last weeks of September, color have ramped up significantly across the Poconos. We will be seeing 15–30% color in northern and central zones, with southern areas beginning to show more consistent change.

DCNR’s statewide reports for this period typically place Northeast PA in the “approaching best color” category, and 2026 is tracking right in line with that pattern.

Regional Color Snapshot

• Northern Poconos: 25–35% color, strong yellows and early reds
• Central Poconos / Lehigh Gorge: 20–30% color, patchy but noticeable
• Southern Poconos / Jim Thorpe: 10–20% color, mostly green with emerging pockets

Tree Species Behavior

• Birch: Strong, bright yellows along ridges and roadsides
• Red Maple: Deepening reds in swamps and stream corridors
• Hickory: Gold tones spreading across mid‑slopes
• Oak: Still mostly green—setting up a solid mid‑October peak

Best Late‑September Rides & Hikes

• White Haven → Rockport on the Lehigh Gorge Rail Trail
• Shades of Death Trail in Hickory Run State Park
• Scenic overlooks near Glen Summit / Black Diamond

This is the week where the forest starts to look visibly “fall”—great for biking, hiking, and early‑season rafting with color on the banks.

Peak season is coming fast. Reserve your fall biking + rafting combo at NOW! Book biking, rafting, or assisted camping at PoconosOutdoors.com or call 570‑899‑0400.

Fall Foliage Report Information Resources:

DCNR Fall Foliage Reports

Penn Woods Fall Foliage Report

Pocono Mountains Fall Foliage Report

🌲 Enjoy the Great Pocono Outdoors!

Try our Poconos Biking with Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, or Tubing Combo Tours on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA. Or explore hiking trails, disc golf at Hickory Run State Park, and our VIP bike shuttle services.

For more adventure options, visit the Pocono Fun page.

The Good Word:

For the calming influence of your presence in times of stress, I thank you Lord. Give me faith to know that no storm is too rough for US to manage…

AMEN

You should try out, Poconos Biking with Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking or Tubing Combo Tours, on the Lehigh River in Jim Thorpe, PA. You can also go sight see all the cool hiking trails or play disc golf at Hickory Run State Park!  For more information about these types of tours check out our Pocono Fun page.

If you want to learn more about; Poconos Biking Specials, the Lehigh Gorge Trail or logistics behind the Glen Summit, Rockport or Jim Thorpe VIP Bike Shuttle Service we have all the answers!

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 mountain biking tour!

Cancellation and Reservation Policies are found here: FAQ – Most Frequently Asked Questions.

Trips run rain or shine. No cancellations or refunds without purchasing Vacation Protection during the booking process.

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Pocono Outdoors LLC – Poconos Bike Rentals, Poconos Whitewater Rafting, Poconos Kayaking, Poconos River Tubing, Poconos SUP, Poconos Disc Golf, Poconos Campgrounds