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Eldred Township

Address

490 Kunkletown Rd.
PO Box 600
Kunkletown, PA 18058
United States

Email
a.velopolcek@eldredtwp.org
Tax Rate
2.46 mills

Eldred Township is a quiet, rural gem tucked into the western edge of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, where the Pocono foothills meet the Lehigh Valley. It’s a place of winding roads, forested ridges, and deep historical roots—ideal for those drawn to natural beauty and small-community charm.


🏞️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot

  • Area: ~24.5 square miles (63.5 km²), almost entirely land
  • Elevation: ~919 feet (280 m)
  • Population: 2,594 (2020 Census)
  • Villages within: Includes Kunkletown, Fiddletown, and Smith Gap
  • School District: Pleasant Valley School District

🌄 Landscape & Natural Features

  • Blue Mountain: Forms the township’s dramatic southern boundary, part of the Appalachian Ridge
  • Creeks: Drained by Aquashicola Creek and Buckwha Creek, flowing westward into the Lehigh River
  • Outdoor Appeal: Hiking, fishing, and camping are popular, with access to nearby state parks and scenic byways

🏘️ Community Character

  • Rural & Residential: A mix of farmland, forest, and low-density housing
  • Historic Sites: Includes the Eldred WWII Museum and remnants of early German and Moravian settlement patterns
  • Short-Term Rentals: Regulated by a 2020 ordinance; permitted only in rural resource, agricultural/residential, or commercial zones with conditional use approval

🧭 Regional Identity

Eldred Township is a place where Appalachian heritage meets Lehigh Valley tranquility. It’s less developed than eastern Monroe County, offering a slower pace and stronger connection to land and legacy. Its villages—especially Kunkletown—serve as cultural anchors, with local events and community organizations preserving the township’s character.

Short Term Rental Information

Short-term rentals are regulated in Eldred Township.  A 2020 short-term rental ordinance specifies that vacation rentals cannot be located in the residential district or the industrial zoning district.  Short-term rentals can be located in the following zoning districts:  rural resource, agricultural/residential or a commercial.  A Conditional Use Exception is required and requires a review by both the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors and are approved or denied on a case-by-case basis.  

Eldred Township News

Editor's Note:

Regarding this announcement here:
http://monroecountyda.com/news/missing-news-releases/

The missing press releases are available here:
https://web.archive.org/web/20230924005040/http://monroecountyda.com/news/

Below is a copy as well, for record keeping purposes:

Fri, 10 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Linda E. Mackes, late of 406 Beltzville Drive, Kunkletown, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 10 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of CARL W. IMBT, late of 924 Mt. Zion Avenues Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania 18360, deceased.

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Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of CARL W. IMBT, late of 924 Mt. Zion Avenues Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania 18360, deceased.

Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Linda E. Mackes, late of 406 Beltzville Drive, Kunkletown, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Linda E. Mackes, late of 406 Beltzville Drive, Kunkletown, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of CARL W. IMBT, late of 924 Mt. Zion Avenues Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania 18360, deceased.

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice Estate of Mary E. Armitage, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Joseph N. Keppol, Sr., lateof Eldred Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Angeline T. Keppol, lateof Eldred Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00

NOTICE OF FILING OF FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the provisions of the Acts of Assembly approved May 24, 1945, as amended, of the filing in the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on April 5, 2023 an application for registration of fictitious name for Verkene, with its principal place of business at 503 Kunkletown Rd, Kunkletown, PA 18058. The name of the person interested in said business is Corey L Amundson. Publication Dates L00000000

HRTM Study Abroad in Italy

East Stroudsburg University students studying Hospitality, Recreation, and Tourism Management (HRTM) had the opportunity to study abroad in Italy for nine days earlier this semester.

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:00:00

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Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Joseph N. Keppol, Sr., lateof Eldred Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Angeline T. Keppol, lateof Eldred Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00

Estate Notice Estate of Mary E. Armitage, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Franklin L. Barlieb, lateof Polk Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

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Eldred Township Events

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