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Coolbaugh Township

Address

Coolbaugh Township Supervisors
5520 Municipal Drive
Tobyhanna, PA 18466
United States

Email
emasker@coolbaughtwp.org
Tax Rate
4.52 mills

Coolbaugh Township is a sprawling, diverse municipality located in northern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, known for its wooded landscapes, lakeside communities, and proximity to major Pocono attractions. It’s one of the largest and most populous townships in the county, offering a mix of residential neighborhoods, recreational areas, and military infrastructure.


🗺️ Geographic & Civic Overview

  • Incorporated: 1794
  • Area: ~88 square miles (227 km²), with ~2% water coverage
  • Elevation: ~1,739 feet (530 m) — one of the higher elevations in Monroe County
  • Population: 20,805 (2020 Census)
  • School District: Pocono Mountain School District

🏞️ Communities & Features

  • Tobyhanna: A major unincorporated community within the township, often confused with Tobyhanna Township (which is separate)
  • Arrowhead Lake & Pocono Lake: Popular residential and vacation areas with strong short-term rental activity
  • Gouldsboro: Partially within township boundaries
  • Tobyhanna State Park: Offers hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing in a pristine forest setting
  • Tobyhanna Army Depot: A key employer and federal facility, also designated a Superfund site due to past contamination concerns

🏘️ Demographics & Culture

  • Diverse Population: Includes significant African American and Hispanic communities
  • Median Age: ~37.4 years
  • Household Size: Average of 2.95 people
  • Short-Term Rentals: Over 800 licensed STRs; permitted in residential zones with inspections, but not allowed in commercial or industrial zones

🛣️ Infrastructure & Governance

  • Roads: ~70 miles of township-maintained roads
  • Government: Managed by a five-member Board of Supervisors
  • Recent Projects: Route 196 safety improvements and STR regulation updates

🌄 Regional Identity

Coolbaugh Township is a dynamic blend of Appalachian forest heritage, military-industrial history, and modern recreational living. Its high elevation and proximity to lakes and parks make it a magnet for both full-time residents and seasonal visitors. The township’s evolving demographic and land-use patterns reflect broader shifts in Monroe County’s identity—from rural retreat to suburbanized Pocono hub.

Short Term Rental Information

Coolbaugh Township is a popular STR location as the township allows for short-term rentals in residential zoning areas with necessary permits and inspections.   There are more than 800 Short-term Rental Licenses issued in the township.  STR is not allowed in Commercial or Industrial zoned areas.  Arrowhead Lake, Pocono Lake and other communities indicate that the practice is allowed, see Coolbaugh Township’s Short-term Rental Rules for more details. See short term rental rules and regulations below or apply here.

Coolbaugh Township News

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Zoning Hearing Board of Coolbaugh Township will conduct two Public Hearings at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal building located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 6:30 PM to hear the following applications: The first hearing is to consider an application for a variance from the dimensional standards of the Coolbaugh Township Zoning Code, Chapter 400.14(C), Attachment 2, filed by Lucy O. Stover, the owner of the subject property.

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Zoning Hearing Board of Coolbaugh Township will conduct a public hearing at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal building located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 6:30 PM to hear the following application: The hearing is to consider an application for a variance from the dimensional standards of the Coolbaugh Township Zoning Code, Chapter 400.14(C), Attachment 2, filed by Mark B. Edgar, Sr., the owner of the subject property.

TOBYHANNA TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police say a driver was arrested after a traffic stop seized 13 improvised explosive devices.

TOBYHANNA TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police say a driver was arrested after a traffic stop seized 13 improvised explosive devices.

According to Pennsylvania State Police, on July 5 troopers pulled over a car for code violations on Interstate 80 East in Tobyhanna Township.

Police say the driver was suspected to be under the influence and a search warrant was issued. During the search, troopers stated they found and seized 13 improvised explosive devices inside of the suspect's car.

Amazing 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house in Tobyhanna. Amenities included: deck, dishwasher, updated bathroom, washer dryer, yard, and community pool .

Beautiful Ranch Home on 3.4 Acres. No Community/HOA and located in a Short Term Rental Friendly Township.Roof is just 3 Years Old. Tastefully Updated ...

1630 Sunny Side Drive, Tobyhanna, Monroe County, PA, 18466 is currently for sale for the price of $199,900 USD. Its located in the Pocono Country ...

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This vacant residential 0.33-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.

At Pocono Mountains Regional Airport in Monroe County, you'll find Hi ... TOBYHANNA, Pa. — Inside a hangar at the Pocono Mountains Regional ...

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00

LEGAL NOTICE Estate of Pagdee Nimtien, late of Tobyhanna, Coolbaugh Township, Pennsylvania, (Died: January 16, 2023) Notice is hereby given that Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to Parnu Nimtien, Executor. All persons indebted to the said Estate are required to make payment and those having claims to present the same without delay to the Executor named herein, or to Neil F. MacDonald, Esquire, Durkin MacDonald, LLC, Attorney for this Estate, 536 East Drinker Street, Dunmore, Pennsylvania 18512. NEIL F.

1182 Aurora Terrace, Tobyhanna, Monroe County, PA, 18466 is currently for sale for the price of $299,000 USD. Its located in the Pocono Country Place ...

... Chipmunk Drive, Tobyhanna, PA 18466 is a single family home not currently listed ... Ft. Homes for Sale near Coolbaugh Township - Monroe County ...

Sun, 07 Jul 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Joan E. Rinehimer, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00

BLASTING NOTICE H&K Group, Inc., 2052 Lucon Road, P.O. Box 196, Skippack, Pennsylvania 19474 proposes blasting at its Locust Ridge Quarry operation, SMP #45950302, located in Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. The areas in which blasting will occur are located north and east of Locust Ridge Road (S.R. 4003). Blasting will be conducted in compliance with all State and Federal laws between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM as necessary Monday through Friday, weather permitting.

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 235 CIVIL 2018 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 008696-CV-2019 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 005651 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 5402 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Out of compliance. Monroe Lunchbox by Marilyn (mobile food facility): 2138 Warwick Circle, Tobyhanna. Inspected June 17. Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania ...

5263 GLEN Terrace, Tobyhanna, Monroe County, PA, 18466 is currently for sale for the price of $215,000 USD. Its located in the Pocono Country Place ...

There are lots of ways to spend a holiday; some folks head outdoors to fish. Newswatch 16's Emily Kress takes us to Tobyhanna State Park in Monroe ...

The property has a lot size of 0.35 ac and was built in 1985. 9131 Brandywine Drive, Tobyhanna, Monroe County, PA, 18466 also comes with the following ...

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-EN THAT THE Tobyhanna Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing at the Tobyhanna Township Municipal Building, 105 Government Center Way, Pocono Pines, PA 18350, on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of hearing the fol-lowing: APPLICANTS Steve and Kerrie Zunino of 272 Mas-ters Way, Pottstown, PA 19464. Applicants seek a di-mensional variance to the minimum 100 ft. lot width required by Zoning Ordinance §155 Attachment 5.

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