Apart from the natural beauty of the Pocono Mountains, White Haven and Luzerne County are full of attractions, whether the whole family is along for the ride or it’s just adults. Vacationers can experience the area’s rich history in the nearby town of Jim Thorpe, where the American industrial revolution was born. The Pocono Raceway indulges NASCAR fans’ need for speed, while the Mohegan Sundown Casino at Pocono Downs gives visitors a chance to test their luck.

Located in nearby Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania’s first casino, Mohegan Sundown Casino at Pocono Downs, offers entertainment — from gaming to fine dining — around the clock, seven days a week. Between the casino’s busy schedule of horse races and the 1,121 slot machines in its newly remodeled clubhouse, there’s never a dull moment. Admission and parking is always free.

The nearby town of Jim Thorpe is a charmingly quaint step back in time to the turn-of-the-century’s second most popular tourist destination. Named for the 1912 Olympic hero who is buried there, the town is nestled into the scenic Pocono Mountains and full of historic homes and buildings. In fact, it’s earned a reputation as “America’s Little Switzerland.” There are plenty of activities for families to enjoy year-round, such as touring the Asa Packer Mansion, the Old Jail Museum, or the world’s oldest continuously operating coal mine, No. 9 Mine. The city also comes to life with many seasonal events, including the Fall Foliage Festival in October and the Old Time Christmas Celebration in December.

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Fans of NASCAR will want to catch the fast and furious driving at the Pocono Raceway located in nearby Long Pond. Created in 1968, the raceway features a 2.5 mile track with three turns. For a complete race schedule, visit the Pocono Raceway’s web site.

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