Monroe County Map, Pennsylvania

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Monroe County, Pennsylvania

Monroe County is in northeastern Pennsylvania, next to New Jersey. The Pocono Mountains define this county. It’s a popular getaway spot for city folks. Lakes, waterfalls, and forests bring in tourists.
Camelback Mountain is huge for skiing in winter. Come summer, it turns into a waterpark. The Delaware Water Gap is breathtaking. You can hike parts of the Appalachian Trail there.
East Stroudsburg University gives the area a college-town vibe. The county has some quirky attractions too. Ever been to a cranberry bog? You can here.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Monroe County |
County Seat | Stroudsburg |
Population | Approximately 174,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Stroudsburg, East Stroudsburg, Mount Pocono, Tannersville, Tobyhanna, Brodheadsville |
Interstates and Highways | Interstate 80, Interstate 380, U.S. Highway 209 |
FIPS Code | 42-089 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 617 square miles (608 sq mi land, 9 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Wayne County (North), Pike County (Northeast), Sussex County, New Jersey (Northeast), Warren County, New Jersey (East), Northampton County (South), Carbon County (West), Luzerne County (Northwest), Lackawanna County (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (EST) |
State | Pennsylvania |
Coordinates | 41°02’N, 75°20’W |
Etymology | Named after James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States |
Major Landmarks | Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Camelback Mountain Resort, Pocono Raceway |
Website | Monroe County Website |
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