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Ride an all-electric tram through Pennsylvania’s historic landscapes, then create your own beeswax candle at Fort Depuy. A perfect blend of history and hands-on craft.
Ride an all-electric tram through Pennsylvania’s historic landscapes, then create your own beeswax candle at Fort Depuy. A perfect blend of history and hands-on craft.
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Operated by Shawnee Inn · Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Located in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort offers a unique blend of history and creativity through its Candle Making and Historic Tram Tour. This engaging experience begins aboard an all-electric tram that meanders through the region’s scenic woodlands, rivers, and colonial-era landmarks. Expert guides share vivid stories of early settlement, local legends, and the evolution of the area, making the ride both informative and immersive. The tour culminates at Fort Depuy, a reconstructed fort that stands as a testament to the region’s colonial defense strategies. Here, guests step into a hands-on candle-making workshop, crafting their own traditional beeswax candles with guidance from skilled artisans. The activity not only connects visitors to historic crafts but also provides a memorable keepsake to take home. This tour is distinctive for combining sustainable transportation with tactile heritage art, presenting an ideal day trip for families, history buffs, or those seeking a slow-paced cultural outing. East Stroudsburg’s surrounding Pocono Mountains offer natural beauty, with lush mixed forests and gentle streams framed by rolling hills, adding tranquility to the experience. The Shawnee Inn itself has been a cornerstone of the area’s outdoor and cultural life for over a century, cementing its place as an authentic gateway to Northeastern Pennsylvania’s history. Whether learning about colonial frontier life or engaging with locally sourced beeswax, this tour connects people with both the past and their creativity. It's a standout adventure for travelers who appreciate narratives woven into landscape and craft, delivered with a friendly, intimate approach rare in larger museums or attraction venues.
easy.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly seated tram ride with short walking segments
Yes, the all-electric tram is designed to accommodate wheelchairs with advance notice.
Absolutely, the candle-making workshop is family-friendly and suitable for children with supervision.
The tram ride lasts about 90 minutes, including several informative stops.
Yes, the candles are crafted using locally sourced beeswax for an authentic experience.
Yes, ample parking is provided for guests participating in the tour.
Yes, additional handcrafted candles and related items are available for purchase on site.
Fort Depuy is a faithful reconstruction of a late 18th-century fort used during frontier conflicts.
The tram’s electric operation minimizes environmental impact, reflecting Shawnee Inn’s commitment to sustainable tourism.
Shawnee Inn is a historic resort and activity provider located in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, sitting on the banks of the Delaware River within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The property offers a broad mix of outdoor, educational, and family-friendly experiences that launch from the inn and nearby access points. Activities available at Shawnee Inn include guided hikes on sections of the Appalachian Trail, guided canoe trips and open canoeing options (including 3-mile and 13-mile paddles), all-electric historic tram tours with on-site interpretation, archery in the Bamboo Garden, golf cart tours of the championship course, craft hour sessions, candle making workshops, seasonal Fall Harvest Tram Tours, stargazing tram tours, and special holiday programs such as Breakfast with Santa. Programs are led by trained staff who provide safety briefings, interpretive information about local history and river formation, and practical guidance like Leave No Trace hiking ethics and river safety. Seasonal offerings run on set dates, for example the Fall Harvest Tram Tour operates from late September through mid-November. Shawnee Inn’s combination of riverside location, structured programming, and interpretive guides makes it a convenient base for families, couples, and groups seeking curated outdoor experiences in the Poconos.
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