Date, 6 September 2023. Source, Own work, based on maps created by User:DemocraticLuntz (e.g. File:Monroe County Pennsylvania Incorporated and ...
Smithfield Township
1155 Red Fox Road
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
United States
Smithfield Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania is a picturesque, historically rich community nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. With its blend of natural beauty, indigenous heritage, and modern amenities, it’s one of the region’s most compelling townships—especially for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs.
🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Location: Eastern Monroe County, bordering the Delaware River and New Jersey
- Area: ~23.6 sq mi (61.1 km²), with ~2.9% water coverage
- Elevation: ~840 ft (256 m)
- Population: ~8,001 (2020 Census)
- School District: East Stroudsburg Area School District
🏞️ Natural & Recreational Highlights
- Smithfield Beach: A popular Delaware River access point for swimming, kayaking, and picnicking
- Minisink Village: A historic site reflecting indigenous Lenape heritage and early colonial settlement
- Forests & Streams: Ideal for hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography
🏛️ Historical Significance
- Founded: Petitioned in 1746 and officially erected in 1748, originally part of Bucks County
- Historic Scope: Once encompassed much of what is now Monroe, Pike, Wayne, Carbon, and Lehigh Counties
- Shawnee-Minisink Site: Archaeological site listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2007
🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Zoning Rules: STRs are only permitted in the Resort (R-E) Zoning District, which includes Shawnee Mountain Ski Resort and adjacent undeveloped land
- STR Friendliness: Rated somewhat STR-friendly, with strict zoning limitations
🌄 Township Identity
Smithfield Township is a place where history meets wilderness. From the ancient riverbanks of the Minisink to the modern slopes of Shawnee Mountain, it offers a layered experience of Pennsylvania’s past and present. Whether you're paddling the Delaware or tracing colonial land grants, Smithfield invites you to slow down and explore.
Short-term rentals in Smithfield Township are only allowed in areas zoned as resort (R-E) Zoning District which is essentially Shawnee Mountain Ski Resort and an undeveloped parcel adjacent to Marshall Lake. See the Smithfield Township Zoning Map
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Smithfield Township News
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A vehicle and a school bus carrying students collided as school let out on Monday.
31 Acre Lot in Desirable Smithfield Township. Zoned R1 - Residential / Low - Density Residential. Offering East Stroudsburg Schools! Very Central ...
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — According to Pennsylvania State Police-Stroudsburg (PSP), troopers responded to East Stroudsburg ...
Download Image of Walter-Kautz Farm, Barn, River Road (Smithfield Township), Shawnee on Delaware, Monroe County, PA. Free for commercial use, ...
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Investigators state a teen is in critical condition after his bike collided head-on with a car ...
Congressman Matt Cartwright toured the Smithfield Gateway development project in Monroe County on February 23, 2023 where elected officials provided exciting updates. 
Chuck Leonard, PMEDC Executive Director participated in the project update and tour along with Project Developer Jim DePetris of DEPG/Legend Properties, project partners and local elected officials.
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