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Tobyhanna Township
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Address
105 Government Center Way
Pocono Pines, PA 18350
United States
Email
rbartal@tobyhannatownshippa.gov
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School District
Tax Rate
2.50 mills
Tobyhanna Township, located in northwestern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant and ecologically rich community in the heart of the Pocono Plateau Region. Known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, and growing residential and commercial development, it’s a township that balances heritage, nature, and progress.
🗺️ Civic & Geographic Snapshot
- Established: 1830 (formed from Coolbaugh Township)
- Area: ~52.6 sq mi (136.2 km²), with ~4.6% water coverage
- Elevation: ~1,568 ft (478 m)
- Population: ~8,290 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🏘️ Villages & Communities
Tobyhanna Township includes several distinct villages and private communities:
- Blakeslee, Pocono Pines, Pocono Lake, Pocono Summit
- Over 20 private developments including Lake Naomi, Arrowhead Lake, Emerald Lakes, and Locust Lake Village
Note: The Village of Tobyhanna is not located in Tobyhanna Township—it remains part of neighboring Coolbaugh Township
🏞️ Nature & Recreation
- Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area: 130+ acres of pristine forest and waterfalls
- Pocono Bike & Hike Trail System: 28+ miles of eco-tourism and heritage trails
- Wilkes-Barre & Eastern Railway Trail: Includes a 1.7-mile walking path near the Revolutionary War site of Hungry Hill
🛣️ Transportation & Access
- Served by Interstate 80 (east-west) and Interstate 380 (north-south)
- ~88.7 miles of public roads, with a mix of township and PennDOT maintenance
🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Ordinance: Enacted in 2022; revised in 2024 to adjust occupancy limits and fines
- License Cap: A cap on STR licenses is now in place, so caution is advised when purchasing property for rental use
- STR Friendliness: Rated somewhat STR-friendly, with zoning and licensing limitations
🌄 Township Identity
Tobyhanna Township is a place where natural beauty meets thoughtful development. With its lakeside communities, forested trails, and growing infrastructure, it offers a high quality of life for residents and a memorable experience for visitors. Whether you're hiking Hungry Hill or relaxing in Pocono Pines, the township invites you to explore, reflect, and connect.
Short Term Rental Information
Tobyhanna Township approved a short-term rental ordinance in 2022. A revision to the ordinance was adopted in February of 2024 that changed the occupancy limit to 2 per bedroom + 2 and reduced fines for violations to be within state guidelines. Tobyhanna Township recently imposed a cap on the number of short term rentals licenses and due to the uncertainties surrounding license issuance, caution is advised when purchasing in Tobyhanna Township. Details on Tobyhanna Township’s STR portal.
Tobyhanna Township News
This month on the February edition of Pocono Mountains Magazine: join Deanna Fontanez as she trades skis for a snowboard and steps back into beginner mode to take on something completely new at Jack Frost Mountain. Stay out in the frosty weather for a snowshoeing adventure with Bri & Dee at Tobyhanna State Park, a winter experience offered by Naturfi.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00
Pocono Mt. Regional Airport Athority RFQ The Pocono Mountains Regional Airport Authority is soliciting responses to its Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for non-project specific Airport Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental Services for a period of up to five (5) years (beginning February 2026) at the Pocono Mountains Regional Airport (KMPO).
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors of Coolbaugh Township will consider the Conditional Use Application of Art of Gutter Manufacturing, Inc at a public hearing to be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Building, 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania 18466. The above-referenced Conditional Use Application is for conditional use approval for a light manufacturing use within the C-2 Zoning District pursuant to the Coolbaugh Township Zoning Ordinance.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on February 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Building, 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA 18466, to receive public comment and to consider and possibly adopt an ordinance, of which this notice is a summary, amending Section 316-9.F of the Code of Ordinances of Coolbaugh Township, by establishing a practice wherein the flat rate charges for sewer service from the Coolbaugh Township Sewer System shall be set by resolution.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00
J Clubhouse Siding Replacement*Vinyl Siding System Installation Sealed proposals will be received by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association (APCPPOA), a private community located in Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, for the following project: **J Clubhouse Siding Replacement*Vinyl Siding System Installation** Documents include the Bid Invitation, Bidding Instructions, Terms and Conditions, Specifications, Attachments, Bid Form, Proposal & Contract.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00
J Clubhouse Roof Renovation*Shingle & Low-Slope Roofing Replacement Sealed proposals will be received by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association (APCPPOA), a private community located in Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, for the following project: **J Clubhouse Roof Renovation*Shingle & Low-Slope Roofing Replacement** Documents include the Bid Invitation, Bidding Instructions, Terms and Conditions, Specifications, Attachments, Bid Form, Proposal & Contract.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00
J Bathhouse Renovation*Water Damage Repair from Broken Pipe Leak Sealed proposals will be received by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association (APCPPOA), a private community located in Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, for the following project: **J Bathhouse Renovation*Water Damage Repair from Broken Pipe Leak** Documents include the Bid Invitation, Bidding Instructions, Terms and Conditions, Specifications, Attachments, Bid Form, Proposal & Contract.
TOBYHANNA TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crews from several departments are responding to a working structure fire Sunday evening in Tobyhanna Township. Crews led by the Tobyhanna Township Volunteer Fire Company are responding to Pocono Transmissions on Route 115 for a commercial fire, officials say. Firefighters were dispatched around 4:30 p.m. Officials say no one [...]
TOBYHANNA TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two parents were arrested in Monroe County for allegedly assaulting their two 16-year-old children for 11 years. Steven Tilak, 31, and Erika Carter, 31, of Pocono Summit received multiple charges, including strangulation, assault, and endangering welfare of children, for their repeated assaults of their two children, police say. According [...]
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Work Session/ Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 will be held beginning at 6pm 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/2026/01/012026-Public-Packet.pdff
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00
George Henry Long, Jr., Deceased. Late of Tobyhanna Twp., Monroe County, PA. D.O.D. 3/19/24. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Linda Ann Long, Executrix, P.O. Box 729, Pocono Pines, PA 18350. Atty.: Kris E. Fendrock, Myers, Brier & Kelly, LLP, 425 Biden St., #200, Scranton, PA 18503
TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Pennsylvania State Police have released details on a fatal crash that occurred along Interstate 380 southbound Thursday night. Troopers responded to a three-car crash just before 9:30 p.m. near Exit 3. Police say the crash occurred when one vehicle broke down in the right lane, prompting another vehicle to crash [...]
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TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Officials confirmed that crews are responding to a fatal crash Thursday night along Interstate 380. Monroe County Coroner Tom Yanac stated that his office is responding to a crash along Interstate 380. Officials with the Monroe County Communications center stated that crews responded to I-380 southbound at Exit 3: PA [...]
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The Millpond #1 Ice Harvest is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 9am-2pm at 2071 Lakeside Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. Please see the attached flyer with contact information for the event and remember you can always stay up to date by visiting them on Facebook at: Tobyhanna Ice Harvest
TOBYHANNA, MONROE CO. (WOLF) — The U.S. House has authorized $68 million in funding for improvements at Tobyhanna Army Depot, including a major expansion of its radar test range, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.
U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan Jr., who represents Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District, announced the funding approval this week, calling it a significant investment in both national defense and northeastern Pennsylvania’s economy.
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56
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Hispanic
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Male
Height
5' 11"
Weight
220 lbs
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Brown
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Reorganizational/ Regular Meeting scheduled for Monday, January 5th, 2026 will be held beginning at 6pm 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/2025/12/010526-Public-Packet.pdf
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