Ashley & Sean
Things To Do, See, and Eat
Map of things to do
Detailed Google Map with tags for many of these places, as well as the places where our out-of-town guests will be staying.
The Sweet Shop
The Sweet Shop offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as a selection of ice cream and candy. A Sweet Shop cone followed by a walk down to Edgemere is a perfect early-evening activity! Walkable if you're staying in town.
Forksville General Store & Restaurant
For Ashley's money, this is hands-down the best cheesesteak in the area. It's about a 15-20 minute drive off the mountain, and worth every minute. (They have stuff besides cheesesteaks too, don't worry.) You can combine this with a trip to World's End State Park so bring your bathing suits and water shoes!
Eagles Mere Inn
This is a convenient option if you're staying at the Inn. There's more formal dining in the 1887 Room; the pub and patio are more casual. Walkable if you're staying in town.
EM Country Store
The Country Store has convenience items as well as a deli counter where you can get sandwiches, soups, and breakfast items. Walkable if you're staying in town!
Eagles Mere Lake
The Lake is a private association, but if you're staying at the Inn, you'll receive a pass that will allow you to hang out at the beach, swim, walk the Laurel Path (about 1.5 miles, with some agility required; if you'd rather have a flat, stable surface for walking you can walk around the lake on the main roads), and rent sailboats, canoes, kayaks, or stand-up paddleboards. If you are renting a private home, please connect with your host for information about lake privileges: most rentals include such access. If you're planning to stay all day, pack your own lunches or buy food and drinks at the Beach Shop (although be aware you're a captive audience there and it's priced accordingly). Note: Alcoholic beverages are not allowed at the Beach. If you are staying at a private rental or a nearby hotel that does not offer beach privileges, please contact Ashley and she will connect you with a friend or family member who can claim you as a guest during your stay.
Worlds End State Park
World's End State Park is just a bit outside of Eagles Mere. There's a lifeguard-monitored swimming hole, but we recommend going down to the river itself and riding the rapids! The water is COLD and you'll want water shoes (or sneakers you don't mind getting wet) and towels. There's a snack shop at the visitor center, and the Forksville General Store is nearby.
Eagles Mere Conservancy
The Conservancy is open to visitors. In addition to educational children's activities, there are paths around the Outlet Pond (short) and along an old railroad bed (long). The railroad trail connects to the Red Arrow Trail, a popular lower-key hiking trail that will either loop you back to the Conservancy, or let you out by the beach.
Eagles Mere Museum
The Museum offers a look at Eagles Mere's history, first as a glass-production site, and then as a resort. Small, but a good rainy-day activity! Admission is free but donations are encouraged. Walkable if you're staying in town.
Board Games and Playing Cards
Fun fact: the first summer that Ashley's mom's family came to EM, it rained for 30 days straight. We are crossing everything we have that this won't happen this summer, but if it's rainy and you want activities, Ashley's family will be happy to loan out board games and playing cards! Just give us a call: 1-570-525-3124 (you need to dial the full number).
The Loyalsock Trail
The "LT," as it's known, is a moderately-to-quite challenging hiking trail that snakes through some beautiful state forests, passing some amazing views along the way. There are many points of access to the LT near Eagles Mere, all of which you'll need to drive to. If you're interested in hiking, let Ashley know and she'll give you some specific information about the different sections of the route based on your abilities, and maybe even find a friend or family member who can guide you.