Where is the Best Winter Getaway from New York?

You’ve lived it all before. Dreary winter days have you singing the blues waiting for the thaw that wakes everything from hibernation. What will you do this year to make your winter better? You need to beat the blah with a winter getaway from New York! But, with all the great places near the city, where is the best place to get away? When planning your escape, you should know that you’re not truly out of the city until you reach the Poconos! The region has an array of fun and relaxing things to do to cheer your spirit and power you through to springtime!

Find out more about all of the fun things to do near Silver Birches Resort when you download our free Vacation Guide. It’s full of the best recommendations for things to see and do like enjoying a winter getaway from New York!

The Poconos are the Best Winter Getaway from New York

Famous for its gorgeous views, hiking, and relaxed mountain towns, the Poconos region makes the perfect winter getaway from New York. While you’re there, there are certain places you’ll want to make sure to visit. Here are our highlights.

  • On a milder winter day, take a hike to see frozen waterfalls in the region. The waterfalls in the Poconos are so famous, that people have been traveling to see them for over a century. The region is home to so many waterfalls because the tributaries of the Delaware River have to travel over the rocky terrain of the Poconos to reach the river. You won’t be disappointed by the spectacle of huge icicles and winter scenery when you take a waterfall tour in the Poconos!
  • Relax in the quaint atmosphere of Cocoon Coffee House in Hawley. Whether you are a coffee snob or love a good latté, beginning your adventure at Cocoon Coffee House is the perfect pick-me-up to power you through the day. With locations at Silver Birches Resort (formerly Ehrhardt’s) and the Hawley Silk Mill, you can find the best fair-trade coffee in the area just minutes away.
  • Celebrate the holidays at the Hawley WinterFest. The festivities begin in early December as the community of Hawley welcomes the holidays! Enjoy the jolly spirit with delicious holiday fare, carols, a children’s show at the community theatre, artists and authors mingling with festival-goers, ice carving, gingerbread decorating, holiday house tours, and more! You won’t want to miss it!
  • Unwind by Lake Wallenpaupack next to the outdoor fireplace at Silver Birches Resort. Warm your hands with hot coffee from Cocoon Coffee House at Silver Birches and get cozy by the fire. The winter wonderland that is Silver Birches makes the perfect setting for a wonderful winter getaway from New York.

Plan Your Escape Today

The winter wonderland that is Silver Birches Resort is the perfect backdrop for your winter getaway from New York. You just can’t beat the cozy and warm atmosphere! Plus, it’s right in the middle of all the best things to do in the Poconos. Just download our free Vacation Guide to see for yourself! Are you ready to plan your escape? View our rooms and contact us today. We are eager to help you beat the blah this winter!