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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

Fri, 21 Jun 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 7529 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.

Fri, 21 Jun 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, 21 Jun 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, 21 Jun 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.

Pennsylvania Monroe County . Gardens . Power Farm. 109 Coolbaugh Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302, United States. Map. BookReviewsNearby. Something ...

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Coolbaugh Township Environmental Advisory Council and Pocono Mountain Public Library will be hosting a Story Walk this Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 1pm-3pm featuring the story " Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms " by Julia Rawlinson. This event is free of charge and will be held at the Wiley Preserve located at 549 Laurel Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. Please see the attached flyer for the event.

TOBYHANNA TWP., Pa. -- Police in Monroe County announced the recent arrests of three people on drug trafficking charges.

Shanace Armstrong-Woods, 40, of Tobyhanna, is accused of selling heroin and fentanyl, said Pocono Mountain Regional police.

Armstrong-Woods was arrested after a search warrant last week in the 100 block of Colt Place. Investigators found bulk quantities of heroin and fentanyl, worth more than $8,000, as well as materials to store and sell drugs and money from the sales, police say.

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Charles T. Green a/k/a Charles Green a/k/a Charles Trevor Green, lateof Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Jeffrey L. Miller, lateof Coolbaugh , Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

TOBYHANNA TWP., Pa. -- Police in Monroe County announced the recent arrests of three people on drug trafficking charges.

Shanace Armstrong-Woods, 40, of Tobyhanna, is accused of selling heroin and fentanyl, said Pocono Mountain Regional police.

Armstrong-Woods was arrested after a search warrant last week in the 100 block of Colt Place. Investigators found bulk quantities of heroin and fentanyl, worth more than $8,000, as well as materials to store and sell drugs and money from the sales, police say.

This vacant residential 0.22-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.

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Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Our office will reopen on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 8am.

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE Invitation to Bid Project Name: Rehabilitate North Apron, Ph I Airport: Pocono Mountains Regional Airport Location: Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania Sealed bids for furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment and performing all work for the above items will be received by the Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport Authority until 2:00 P.M. local time, July 3, 2024 at 188 Airport Drive, Tobyhanna, PA 18466, then publicly opened and read aloud.

8070 Red Squirrel Drive, Tobyhanna, Monroe County, PA, 18466 has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and a total size of 2,040 square feet. The property has a ...

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Reuben T. Jump, lateof Polk Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 00:00:00

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

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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 18, 2024 will be held beginning at 6:00 PM at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. To view the meeting agenda, please visit our website at:
https://coolbaughtwp.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/061824-Public-Packet.pdf

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Cynthia M. Lynch, lateof Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Charles T. Green a/k/a Charles Green a/k/a Charles Trevor Green, lateof Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

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Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center will be closed on Friday, June 14, 2024 from 12pm-2pm to allow our employees to attend an employee appreciation luncheon. Office will reopen following the event.

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Just a reminder that bulk drop off for Coolbaugh Township Residents is being held today Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 7:30am to 3:00pm (closed from 12-12:30pm) at the Recycling Center located at 549 Laurel Drive, Tobyhanna, PA.

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VFW Post 509 will be open for Soup Night on Friday, June 7, 2024 from 3:30pm-6:30pm. For a donation of $8.00 you will receive all you can eat soup featuring: Tomato, Sausage Minestrone, Chili, Navy Bean with Ham, Chicken Noodle, Mexican Meatball, Corn Chowder, Onion, Vegetable and Pumpkin Lentil Soups. Take out options are also available; $4.00 donation per container or $10.00 donation per quart. VFW Post 509 is located at 1917 Goodwin Street, Tobyhanna, PA 18466. Any questions, please call the Post directly at 570.894.0381

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The Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors respectfully invites the Township residents and the public to attend our Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony this Saturday, June 1st at 3 PM. We will gather as a community at the Coolbaugh Township Memorial Monument located at the township administration campus at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA to honor and pay homage to our fallen military men and women.

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PMSD Calendar

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Act 80 Day - 3 Hour Early Dismissal for Students -
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Mother's Day -
EHS Biology Keystone Testing -
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EHS Literature Keystone Testing -
Ascension Day -
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EHS Make-up Keystone Testing -
EHS Algebra Keystone Testing -
EHS Algebra Keystone Testing -
Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 4 Spring Chorus Concert -
Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 5 Spring Chorus Concert -
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Shavuot (Jewish) -
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