Each year, residents gather to celebrate the unsung heroes in the Middle Smithfield Township community and choose a Person of the Year.
Middle Smithfield Township
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Address
147 Municipal Drive
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
United States
Email
mclewell@mstownship.com
Phone
Fax
School District
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
MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A possible hazmat situation in Monroe County had crews from multiple areas responding to the incident.
Crews from multiple areas were called to the 100 block of Tumble Court in Middle Smithfield Township.
Car shop faces lawsuit, allegedly selling unreliable carsA decontamination unit was also reported to be on scene.
MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Three have been charged after shots were fired in Monroe County.
On July 3, police say they were dispatched to a home on Hilltop Circle in Middle Smithfield Township for a reported 22-year-old gunshot victim.
Upon arrival, officials said the victim had a gunshot wound to the leg, along with other bullet holes found in the home of the victim.
At the June 8th Board of Supervisors Meeting, the Revitalize 209 Committee was announced and the Township is now accepting letters of interest/application for projects.
Chuck Seese and the Monroe County Democrats explain how to complete and return your mail-in ballot. 🗳MAKE SURE YOUR VOTE COUNTS! 🗳 In PA, you MUST use the ‘secrecy envelope’ ✉️ that accompanies your mail-in ballot & also SIGN & DATE ✍️ ✅ the outer mailing envelope. Please watch👆to ensure that your mail-in ballot is accepted & counted! #MonroeCountyPA #VoteBlue #PABallot #PAMailInBallot #SecrecyEnvelope #PAVote #PAVoting #VoteDemocrat