Northeastern Pennsylvania & the Poconos
Tannersville, Pennsylvania
Community (census-designated place) in Pocono Township
A Pocono retail crossroads
Tannersville is an unincorporated community in Pocono Township, Monroe County, at the junction of Route 611 and I-80. It is best known for The Crossings Premium Outlets and Camelback Mountain Resort, making it one of the busiest visitor corridors in the Poconos.
History & Local Character
The area was settled in the early 1800s as a farming and tanning community, which gave the village its name. Its modern identity formed after I-80 opened and outlet retail arrived in the 1980s.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing consists of single-family homes and townhouses in Pocono Township, many used as vacation properties, along with planned developments.
Restaurants & Shopping
The Route 611 corridor has a dense mix of chain and independent restaurants serving shoppers and resort visitors.
Schools & Education
Pocono Mountain School District serves the community, with schools under the Pocono Township government.
Parks & Recreation
Camelback Mountain, Big Pocono State Park and the Delaware Water Gap are all nearby.
Transportation & Accessibility
I-80 and Route 611 meet here, making the community a gateway to the Poconos; Martz buses connect to New York City.
Local Businesses
Outlet stores, hotels, restaurants and service businesses serve a largely visitor-driven economy.
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Nearby Attractions
- The Crossings Premium Outlets
- Camelback Mountain Resort
- Big Pocono State Park
- Great Wolf Lodge
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Concentrated shopping and dining
- Direct I-80 access
- Resort and outdoor amenities
- Strong visitor economy
Considerations
- Heavy weekend traffic
- Not an incorporated municipality
- Limited year-round local services
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tannersville a town?
No. Tannersville is an unincorporated community and census-designated place within Pocono Township, Monroe County.
What is Tannersville known for?
It is known for The Crossings Premium Outlets and its location at the I-80 and Route 611 interchange near Camelback Mountain.