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Middle Smithfield Township

Address

147 Municipal Drive
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
United States

Email
mclewell@mstownship.com
Tax Rate
2.84 mills

Middle Smithfield Township is a geographically expansive and culturally diverse municipality in northeastern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, nestled between the Delaware Water Gap and the Pocono Mountains. It’s a place where natural beauty, historic depth, and modern development converge—making it one of the county’s most dynamic townships.


🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot

  • Area: ~54.2 square miles (140.2 km²), with ~2% water coverage
  • Elevation: ~636 feet (194 m)
  • Population: 16,014 (2020 Census)
  • School District: East Stroudsburg Area School District

🏘️ Communities & Features

  • Villages & Developments: Includes Marshalls Creek, Bushkill, Resica Falls, and parts of Saw Creek
  • Natural Assets: Borders the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, with access to hiking, waterfalls, and river activities
  • Historic Sites: Home to several properties on the National Register of Historic Places, including:
    • Cold Spring Farm Springhouse
    • John Michael Farm
    • Schoonover Mountain House
    • Zion Lutheran Church

🏞️ Recreation & Culture

  • Pocono Indian Museum: Offers insights into indigenous history and culture
  • Outdoor Activities: Popular for hiking, fishing, and wildlife observation, especially near Bushkill Falls and Resica Falls
  • Transportation: Served by the Monroe County Transit Authority’s “Pocono Pony,” with recent route expansions to Bushkill and Marshalls Creek

🏠 Short-Term Rentals

  • STR-Friendly: Permitted with licensing; max occupancy of 14 guests per property
  • Popular Zones: Especially active near Shawnee Ski Resort and planned communities like Saw Creek and Pocono Ranch Lands

🌄 Regional Identity

Middle Smithfield Township is a place where Appalachian heritage meets modern Pocono living. Its blend of preserved wilderness, historic architecture, and residential growth makes it a compelling study in regional transformation. Whether you're tracing colonial farms or exploring wooded trails, the township offers a rich canvas for cultural and geographic storytelling.

Short Term Rental Information

Short-term rentals in Middle Smithfield Township require a permit and have occupancy restrictions including a maximum occupancy limit of 14. STR is popular in the township due to the proximity to Shawnee Ski Resort, the Delaware Water Gap and Bushkill Falls. There are many planned communities that limit STR, see a list of Middle Smithfield Homeowner Associations.

Middle Smithfield Township News

Tue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Zoning Hearing Board of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, PA, will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM, at the Middle Smithfield Township Municipal Building, 147 Municipal Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302, to consider the application of Alexandra Artyukhova, regarding PIN # 09731502965102 situated at 6257 Lakeshore Dr., East Stroudsburg, PA in the R3 (Residential) Zoning District of Middle Smithfield Township.

Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Geoffrey McIntyre a/k/a Geoffrey Alan McIntyre, lateof Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A popular resort in the Poconos is closing its doors after more than 45 years.

Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Michel P. Graycar, lateof Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF Ronald Edward Lyles, a/k/a Ronald E. Lyles, late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A popular resort in the Poconos is closing its doors after more than 45 years.

Pocono Palace will be operating under new ownership.

It's best known for its cheesy romantic decor with heart-shaped tubs and a seven-foot-tall champagne tower.

The company owner of the hotel says in a press release it's embarking on a renovation journey.

Thu, 02 May 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Daniel J. McComb a/k/a Daniel McComb, Sr., lateof Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

157 Lower PHME S Drive, Middle Smithfield, Monroe County, PA, 18302. House For Sale. 157 Lower PHME S Drive, 18302, Monroe county, PA 0. 1 of 19.

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Zoning Hearing Board of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, PA, will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM, at the Middle Smithfield Township Municipal Building, 147 Municipal Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302, to consider the application of Alexandra Artyukhova, regarding PIN # 09731502965102 situated at 6257 Lakeshore Dr., East Stroudsburg, PA in the R3 (Residential) Zoning District of Middle Smithfield Township.

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Pasquale Franco, lateof Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF Ronald Edward Lyles, a/k/a Ronald E. Lyles, late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Michel P. Graycar, lateof Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Daniel J. McComb a/k/a Daniel McComb, Sr., lateof Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00

MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED PROPOSALS will be accepted by the Middle Smithfield Township Board of Supervisors until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at the Middle Smithfield Township Municipal Building, 147 Municipal Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 for the following: BASE BID: • 35,881 SY. Single Bituminous Seal Coat using a Polymer Modified Emulsion and #8 Stone with a 1.0% Loss by Wash, Surface Category Condition “C”, ADT 100 All materials must meet PennDOT Publication 408 Specifications and Standards.

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00

MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Middle Smithfield, Smithfield and Price Township Boards of Supervisors and Delaware Water Gap Borough Council has scheduled a joint work session for Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. for any business that may come before the Boards. The meeting will be held at the Middle Smithfield Township building located at 147 Municipal Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302. Middle Smithfield Township Board of Supervisors Michele L. Clewell, Township Secretary

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00

FORM OF ADVERTISEMENT MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP INVITATION TO BID Sealed proposals will be received by the Township of Middle Smithfield of County of Monroe at 147 Municipal Drive East Stroudsburg PA 18302 until 2 00 p m on May 9 2024 for Superpave materials as described below Bids will be opened and read at the Board of Supervisors meeting at the same location on May 9 2024 at 7 00 p m The Board of Supervisors tentatively expects to award a contract at the same meeting or publicly announce the date of the next meeting it intends to consider awa

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Pasquale Franco, lateof Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF LINA KOERNER, late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:00:00

MONROE COUNTY S POLLING PLACE LIST BARRETT ONE 1 1 BARRETT NS ROUTE 390 CRESCO PA 18326 Handicap Access BARRETT TWO E NS O E ES O 183 Handicap Access ON E O E Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place ON E O YES E Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place CHESTNUTHILL ONE 1 WEST END FIRE COMPANY DOWNSTAIRS 128 ROUTE 715 BEHIND WAWA BRODHEADSVILLE PA 18322 Handicap Access Are Political Signs Allowed at Polling Place CHESTNUTHILL TWO 2 ST JOHN S LUTHERAN CHURCH 164 MERWINSBURG RD EFFORT PA 18330 Handicap Access Are Political Signs Allowed at

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00

MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED PROPOSALS will be accepted by the Middle Smithfield Township Board of Supervisors until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at the Middle Smithfield Township Municipal Building, 147 Municipal Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 for the following: BASE BID: • 35,881 SY. Single Bituminous Seal Coat using a Polymer Modified Emulsion and #8 Stone with a 1.0% Loss by Wash, Surface Category Condition “C”, ADT 100 All materials must meet PennDOT Publication 408 Specifications and Standards.

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00

FORM OF ADVERTISEMENT MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP INVITATION TO BID Sealed proposals will be received by the Township of Middle Smithfield of County of Monroe at 147 Municipal Drive East Stroudsburg PA 18302 until 2 00 p m on May 9 2024 for Superpave materials as described below Bids will be opened and read at the Board of Supervisors meeting at the same location on May 9 2024 at 7 00 p m The Board of Supervisors tentatively expects to award a contract at the same meeting or publicly announce the date of the next meeting it intends to consider awa

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Pasquale Franco, lateof Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF LINA KOERNER, late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Where: Middle Smithfield Township Community and Cultural Center 5200 Milford Rd East Stroudsburg, PA 18302. When: 12:00 PM – 05:00 PM.

Middle Smithfield Township Events

Source Event Date
Story Time -
Archaeology Club Meeting -
Friday Clean Up -
Middle Smithfield: Board of Supervisors Weekly Work Session -
Red Cross Blood Drive -
Quilts of Valor Sit & Stitch -
Spring Leaf Collection -
Story Time -
Yoga -
Clean Up Day at 792 Dancing Ridge Road -
Middle Smithfield: Board of Supervisors Weekly Work Session -
Spring Leaf Collection -
Story Time -
Earth Day Crafts -
Middle Smithfield Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting -
Friday Clean Up -
Middle Smithfield: Board of Supervisors Weekly Work Session -
1000 Feet of Street Spring Litter Cleanup -
Yoga -
Spring Leaf Collection -
Story Time -
Yoga -
2nd Quarter Sewer Bills Due -
Middle Smithfield: Board of Supervisors Weekly Work Session -
Spring Leaf Collection -