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Located in Monroe County, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania is located in the Poconos region of the state. The county seat of Monroe County, Stroudsburg is located about five miles from the Delaware Water Gap, near the confluence of the Brodhead and Pocono creeks. About 6,000 people call the Pocono paradise of Stroudsburg home, many of whom commute to work.

Stroudsburg History

The first Europeans settled the Stroudsburg area in 1730. Peter LeBar built the first log home in that year, and it stood where 9th and Main Streets now meet (the home no longer stands). Fortifications to defend the fledgling settlement shortly followed. In 1756, Fort Hamilton was built. Jacob Stroud settled here in 1760 and built a stockade around his large stone house. The stockade would later be known as Fort Penn.

Daniel Stroud, founder of Stroudsburg, was born at Fort Penn on May 22, 1772. Having been schooled in Philadelphia and passing the bar at age 21, Stroud married Elizabeth Shoemaker. Their home was one of the first in the village, and is now the site of the Monroe County Historical Society. Jacob Stroud, father of Daniel, only decades prior had sold lots in the village and started the development that would be named for his family. He died before he could see his dream come true. Daniel inherited the land and founded the borough of Stroudsburg in 1810. The first newspaper, The Stroudsburg Gazette, started publishing in 1832.  Stroudsburg was named the county seat in 1836 and the first session of court was held the same year. The borough was incorporated in 1837 and the Stroudsburg bank opened in 1857.

Stroudsburg Parks & Recreation

Stroudsburg is home to many parks where residents can enjoy the activity and the outdoors. Below is a short list of Stroudsburg parks to enjoy.

Stroudsburg Borough Park
This park is located off W. Main Street Adjacent to the High School. With a new playground, remodeled pool and picnic pavilion area, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Recent upgrades for the pool include pool heat, a diving tank, new slides and improvements to the bath house. Fishing is also available at the park along Pocono Creek. 

Helen Amhurst Third Street Park
Located on Third Street, the Helen Amhurst Park has seen some recent renovations. The park features basketball courts, a playground, and sand volleyball court.

Glen Park
This park is located at the end of Collins Street in South Stroudsburg. Softball/soccer fields, bike trails and fishing are available for visitors.

Rotary (Ann Street) Park
Located at the corner of Broad Street and Ann Street, the Rotary Park offers excellent fishing along McMichael’s Creek and a nice area to view the falls.

Bryant Park
This park is located at the corner of Broad Street and Bryant Street. This park is perfect for a relaxing morning or afternoon, with a grassy area and a picnic table.

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Stroudsburg Local Events

Stroudsburg prides itself on the variety of local events the borough hosts. One of Stroudsburg’s most notable events is the Pocono Garlic Festival, held in August at the Shawnee Mountain Ski Area. The Garlic Festival is the longest-running, and certainly, the most aromatic event held in this area. Taste garlicky dishes of all kinds while the kids enjoy the Shawnee Place Play and Water Park. Those who don’t have the taste for garlic can put on the green and celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in Stroudsburg. Each year the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Stroudsburg features floats, bands, and much more family fun!

Stroudsburg Attractions

Stroudsburg has many attractions for the whole family. Enjoy the scenic Poconos while learning about Stroudsburg history. Enjoy these Stroudsburg attractions!

Quiet Valley Farm Museum
Get a glimpse of history at Quiet Valley. This museum is open from June 20 to Labor Day, with school and special tours available. See "family" members in period dress reenact the life of the original Pennsylvania German family who lived on the farm from the 1760's to 1913.

Twin Pines
Nestled in the beautiful Pocono Mountains, Twin Pines Camp, Conference and Retreat Center is a ministry of the National Conference of the Evangelical Congregational Church. Over 60 different church groups along with summer campers use this facility every year.

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