Fun Things You Can Only Do at Lake Wallenpaupack

If you've made a visit to Lake Wallenpaupack recently, you might have noticed that it seems like more people are around than in previous years. It's no accident: the Poconos are becoming one of the premier tourist destinations in Pennsylvania, as 28 million people now come to the area every year. Plus, once they get here, most people find so many enjoyable things to do that they choose to come back, either on a return vacation or by looking at homes for sale in Lake Wallenpaupack.

Why? Because the size of the lake, beauty of the area and abundance of activities have made Lake Wallenpaupack a great place to be at any point of the year. Whether you're coming to water ski in the summer or go ice fishing in the winter, you'll find plenty of things to do in and around Lake Wallenpaupack.

You might even find that you enjoy it enough to look at vacation homes for sale on Lake Wallenpaupack, and if you do, you'll have plenty of time to engage in some of the best activities available on the lake. Here are just a few of the things you can do better on the lake than anywhere else!

Bird Watching

Ask a nature lover what their favorite thing about visiting the Poconos and Lake Wallenpaupack is, and you might hear about the beautiful birds that make their home in the area. The Poconos are home to roughly 260 different species of birds, many of which can be found along the shores of Lake Wallenpaupack.

If you're careful about listening to the sounds around you and taking a close look at your surroundings, you might spot a blue heron or a bald eagle during your expedition. Plus, bird watching is a great way to keep cool during your time in the Poconos, because birds are most active in the early morning and late afternoon. By staying out of the sun during the hottest time of the day, you'll be able to enjoy the outdoors and limit your risk of sunburn and heat exhaustion.

Water-Based Activities

Wide, calm waters make Lake Wallenpaupack an excellent place to take to the waters and take part in one of the recreational activities that has made the lake such a destination. Even if you don't have a boat of your own, you've got plenty of options for renting a water craft at the lake.

If you'd like a leisurely day, you can take a sailboat out for a few hours and relax with some sandwiches and beverages, or do some fishing on the lake. If you're more interested in excitement, you can try water skiing or parasailing. Parasailing in the Poconos is an excellent way to both try a new activity and get a unique view of the mountains, trees and other plant life around Lake Wallenpaupack. It's a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Trail Hiking

One great reason that people look at homes for sale in Lake Wallenpaupack is the chance to walk around the lake's multitude of trails throughout the year. Whether you're living on the shore or you're just here for a visit, there's never a bad time to travel the trail and take in the sights around it. Trees, wildlife and the lake are just some of the natural beauty of the Poconos that you'll discover while getting some great exercise.

Once you've done these activities for yourself, there's a good chance that you'll want to take a closer look at vacation homes for sale on Lake Wallenpaupack. If so, Davis R Chant Realtors is here to help find the perfect spot by the lake for those weekend or week-long getaways! We'll be happy to help you choose a great vacation home you'll want to visit again and again for these exciting activities and many more!