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Tobyhanna Township

Address

105 Government Center Way
Pocono Pines, PA 18350
United States

Email
rbartal@tobyhannatownshippa.gov
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

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 005651 CIVIL 2022 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 7529 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 235 CIVIL 2018 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 5402 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, July 25, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

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Coolbaugh Township Environmental Advisory Council and Pocono Mountain Public Library will be hosting a Story Walk this Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 1pm-3pm featuring the story " Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms " by Julia Rawlinson. This event is free of charge and will be held at the Wiley Preserve located at 549 Laurel Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. Please see the attached flyer for the event.

TOBYHANNA TWP., Pa. -- Police in Monroe County announced the recent arrests of three people on drug trafficking charges.

Shanace Armstrong-Woods, 40, of Tobyhanna, is accused of selling heroin and fentanyl, said Pocono Mountain Regional police.

Armstrong-Woods was arrested after a search warrant last week in the 100 block of Colt Place. Investigators found bulk quantities of heroin and fentanyl, worth more than $8,000, as well as materials to store and sell drugs and money from the sales, police say.

TOBYHANNA TWP., Pa. -- Police in Monroe County announced the recent arrests of three people on drug trafficking charges.

Shanace Armstrong-Woods, 40, of Tobyhanna, is accused of selling heroin and fentanyl, said Pocono Mountain Regional police.

Armstrong-Woods was arrested after a search warrant last week in the 100 block of Colt Place. Investigators found bulk quantities of heroin and fentanyl, worth more than $8,000, as well as materials to store and sell drugs and money from the sales, police say.

This vacant residential 0.22-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE Invitation to Bid Project Name: Rehabilitate North Apron, Ph I Airport: Pocono Mountains Regional Airport Location: Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania Sealed bids for furnishing all labor, materials, and equipment and performing all work for the above items will be received by the Pocono Mountains Municipal Airport Authority until 2:00 P.M. local time, July 3, 2024 at 188 Airport Drive, Tobyhanna, PA 18466, then publicly opened and read aloud.

8070 Red Squirrel Drive, Tobyhanna, Monroe County, PA, 18466 has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and a total size of 2,040 square feet. The property has a ...

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Reuben T. Jump, lateof Polk Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Joan E. Rinehimer, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 18, 2024 will be held beginning at 6:00 PM 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/2024/06/061824-Public-Packet.pdf

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Cynthia M. Lynch, lateof Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

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Just a reminder that bulk drop off for Coolbaugh Township Residents is being held today Saturday, June 8, 2024 from 7:30am to 3:00pm (closed from 12-12:30pm) at the Recycling Center located at 549 Laurel Drive, Tobyhanna, PA.

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VFW Post 509 will be open for Soup Night on Friday, June 7, 2024 from 3:30pm-6:30pm. For a donation of $8.00 you will receive all you can eat soup featuring: Tomato, Sausage Minestrone, Chili, Navy Bean with Ham, Chicken Noodle, Mexican Meatball, Corn Chowder, Onion, Vegetable and Pumpkin Lentil Soups. Take out options are also available; $4.00 donation per container or $10.00 donation per quart. VFW Post 509 is located at 1917 Goodwin Street, Tobyhanna, PA 18466. Any questions, please call the Post directly at 570.894.0381

Description
The Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors respectfully invites the Township residents and the public to attend our Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony this Saturday, June 1st at 3 PM. We will gather as a community at the Coolbaugh Township Memorial Monument located at the township administration campus at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA to honor and pay homage to our fallen military men and women.

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Anna M. Howard, late of Tobyhanna, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Cynthia M. Lynch, lateof Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

8270 Natures Dr is within 30 minutes or 14.1 miles from Northampton C.C., Monroe. It is also near East Stroudsburg University and University of ...

We Crossed the Finish Line – A Historic Victory for Roadway Safety

Finally! After more than a decade of dedicated work, my legislation, Senate Bill 37 was signed into law – marking a new era of safer driving practices across Pennsylvania.

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 6492 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, June 27, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00

Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 8236 CIVIL 2023 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, June 27, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

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PMSD Calendar

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Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 4 Spring Chorus Concert -
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