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Tunkhannock Township

Address

1557 Long Pond Road
PO Box 203
Long Pond, PA 18334
United States

Email
tunksec@longpondpa.com
Tax Rate
2.01 mills

Tunkhannock Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania is a stunning, ecologically rich community nestled in the Pocono Mountains, known for its rare biodiversity, forested landscapes, and growing residential appeal. It’s a place where conservation meets quiet living, with a deep commitment to preserving its natural heritage.


🗺️ Civic & Geographic Snapshot

  • Location: Northwestern Monroe County
  • Area: ~38.9 sq mi (100.9 km²), with ~0.8% water coverage
  • Elevation: ~1,841 ft (561 m)
  • Population: ~7,037 (2020 Census)
  • School District: Pocono Mountain School District

🌿 Ecological Significance

  • Long Pond Preserve: One of the most ecologically distinctive areas in the Northeast U.S., home to 35 rare, threatened, or endangered species
  • Tunkhannock Creek: Forms the namesake “Long Pond” and is designated by the PA DEP as an Exceptional Value Waterway
  • Conservation Partners: Includes the Nature Conservancy, Wildlands Conservancy, and PA Department of Forest and Waters, protecting thousands of acres

🏘️ Communities & Features

  • Includes parts of Blakeslee, Long Pond, Emerald Lakes, Indian Mountain Lake, and Sierra View
  • Hosts the Pocono International Raceway, a major venue for motorsports and festivals like the Elements Music Festival

🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)

  • Permit Required: STRs must be licensed and inspected
  • STR Friendliness: Rated very STR-friendly, with clear guidelines and active oversight

🧭 Township Identity

Tunkhannock Township is a place of rare natural beauty and quiet resilience. Its forests and wetlands are among the most biologically diverse in Pennsylvania, while its communities offer a peaceful lifestyle with access to recreation and culture. Whether you're hiking through Long Pond or attending a race at Pocono Raceway, the township invites you to experience nature and community in harmony.

Short Term Rental Information

Short-term rentals in Tunkhannock Township require permit, inspections and there are certain restrictions on the property.

Tunkhannock Township News

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Hearing Board of Tunkhannock Township has scheduled a Public Hearing at the Tunkhannock Township Municipal Building, 1557 Long Pond Road, Long Pond, Monroe County, Pennsylvania 18334 on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00

Pamela S. Zimmermann a/k/a Pamela S. Hower, De-ceased. Late of Tunkhannock Twp., Monroe County, PA. D.O.D. 3/24/24. Letters of Ad-ministration 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 per-sons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Eric Edward Zim-mermann, Administrator, c/o John N. Schaeffer, Esq., 60 E. Court St., Doylestown, PA 18901-0137. Atty.: John N. Schaeffer, Eastburn and Gray, P.C., 60 E. Court St., P.O.

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE, TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TUNKHANNOCK, MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDMENT/ADOPTION OF AMUSEMENT TAX ORDINANCE 2024-06 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-EN that the Tunkhannock Township Board of Supervisors, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a public hearing on December 11, 2024, at 7 p.m.

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Zoning Hearing Board of Tunkhannock Township has scheduled a Public Hearing at the Tunkhannock Township Municipal Building, 1557 Long Pond Road, Long Pond, Monroe County, Pennsylvania 18334 on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

This residential and recreational 20.4-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA a 1404 square foot house with acreage for outdoor activities.

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:00:00

Pamela S. Zimmermann a/k/a Pamela S. Hower, De-ceased. Late of Tunkhannock Twp., Monroe County, PA. D.O.D. 3/24/24. Letters of Ad-ministration 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 per-sons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Eric Edward Zim-mermann, Administrator, c/o John N. Schaeffer, Esq., 60 E. Court St., Doylestown, PA 18901-0137. Atty.: John N. Schaeffer, Eastburn and Gray, P.C., 60 E. Court St., P.O.

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE, TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TUNKHANNOCK, MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDMENT/ADOPTION OF AMUSEMENT TAX ORDINANCE 2024-06 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-EN that the Tunkhannock Township Board of Supervisors, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a public hearing on December 11, 2024, at 7 p.m.

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00

Pamela S. Zimmermann a/k/a Pamela S. Hower, De-ceased. Late of Tunkhannock Twp., Monroe County, PA. D.O.D. 3/24/24. Letters of Ad-ministration 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 per-sons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Eric Edward Zim-mermann, Administrator, c/o John N. Schaeffer, Esq., 60 E. Court St., Doylestown, PA 18901-0137. Atty.: John N. Schaeffer, Eastburn and Gray, P.C., 60 E. Court St., P.O.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00

CIVIL ACTION COURT OF COMMON PLEAS MONROE COUNTY, PA CIVIL ACTION-LAW NO. 001352-CV-2023 NOTICE OF ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST C/O U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff v. JOHN PEROTTI A/K/A JOHN J. PEROTTI, Defendants To: JOHN PEROTTI A/K/A JOHN J. PEROTTI Defendant(s), 127 BEAVER DAM ROAD AKA 800 BEAVER DAM RD LONG POND, PA 18334 COMPLAINT IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE You are hereby notified that Plaintiff, U.S.

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:00

SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP MONROE COUNTY, PA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON AN INTERMUNICIPAL TRANSFER OF A RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE FROM GIANT, LLC, POCONO SUMMIT TO SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP FOR WAWA, INC. The Board of Supervisors of Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a special public meeting on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Township Municipal Building located at 1155 Red Fox Road, East Stroudsburg, Monroe County, PA 18301.

Fri, 15 Nov 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 6947 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, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 15 Nov 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 008169 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, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County NOTICE IS HEARBY GIVEN that the Tunkhannock Township Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing at the Tunkhannock Township Municipal Building located at 1557 Long Pond Road, Pennsylvania, on November 20, 2024, at 9:00 AM. The purpose of the hearing will be to consider the Short-Term Rental Appeal of Marina Feldberg for the Revocation of STR Permit for 6 moths pursuant to STR Ordinance 2019-001 for property address 167 Valley View Drive, Albrightsville, PA 18210, Indian Mountain Lake.

TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities were on the scene after a pedestrian was reportedly struck by a vehicle Monday evening.

Officials say the Pocono Mountain Regional Police, the Tunkhannock Township Fire Department, and the West End Fire Department were called to the intersection of State Route 115 and Allegheny Drive shortly before 5:00 p.m.

According to officials, the Monroe County Coroner was called to the scene.

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00

SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP MONROE COUNTY, PA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON AN INTERMUNICIPAL TRANSFER OF A RESTAURANT LIQUOR LICENSE FROM GIANT, LLC, POCONO SUMMIT TO SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP FOR WAWA, INC. The Board of Supervisors of Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a special public meeting on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Township Municipal Building located at 1155 Red Fox Road, East Stroudsburg, Monroe County, PA 18301.

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Milton B. Woodley Late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, February 10, 2019 (deceased date).

Fri, 08 Nov 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 008169 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, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 08 Nov 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 007739 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, DECEMBER 5, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE, TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TUNKHANNOCK, MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE OF MAY 23, 2012. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Tunkhannock Township Board of Supervisors, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a public hearing on November 13, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE, TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TUNKHANNOCK, MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, ADOPTION OF ACT 167 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE 2024-04 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Tunkhannock Township Board of Supervisors, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a public hearing on November 13, 2024, at 7 p.m. at the Tunkhannock Township Municipal Building, Long Pond Road, Long Pond, PA 18334, to receive public comment and to consider the adoption of Act 167 Stormwater Ordinance 2024-04.

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County NOTICE IS HEARBY GIVEN that the Tunkhannock Township Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing at the Tunkhannock Township Municipal Building located at 1557 Long Pond Road, Pennsylvania, on November 20, 2024, at 9:00 AM. The purpose of the hearing will be to consider the Short-Term Rental Appeal of Marina Feldberg for the Revocation of STR Permit for 6 moths pursuant to STR Ordinance 2019-001 for property address 167 Valley View Drive, Albrightsville, PA 18210, Indian Mountain Lake.

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TUNKHANNOCK, MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING THE TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE OF MAY 23, 2012. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIV-EN that the Tunkhannock Township Board of Supervisors, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a public hearing on November 13, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00 PUBLIC NOTICE Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County Public Hearing Regarding Cable Franchise Renewal for the Township of ...

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County Public Hearing Regarding Cable Franchise Renewal for the Township of Tunkhannock Notice is hereby given that on November 13, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at the Tunkhannock Township office, located at 1557 Long Pond Road, Long Pond, PA 18334, the Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public meeting on cable franchise renewal with Breezeline (formerly known as Atlantic Broadband). Citizens are invited to attend and comment. Breezeline currently has a cable franchise agreement with Tunkhannock Township.

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PMSD Calendar

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Act 80 Day - 3 Hour Early Dismissal for Students -
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EHS Biology Keystone Testing -
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Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 4 Spring Chorus Concert -
Swiftwater Intermediate School Grade 5 Spring Chorus Concert -
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