Where to Stay

~Please reserve your lodging early
as the rooms will go fast~

Hampton Inn Lehighton
877 Interchange Road
Lehighton, PA 18235
610-377-3400
610-377-0597 Fax
hamptoninn.hilton.com

The Hampton Inn is located about 3 miles from the race site. You can get a special rate of $119 for a standard room while available. Reserve early because this block will go fast. Please mention the Black Bear Triathlon to get the discounted rate.

The Chateau Resort and Conference Center
300 Camelback Road
Tannersville, PA 18370
570-629-5900
www.milestonehotels.com

$139 single/double occupancy
$149 for triple/quad occupancy

The Chateau Resort and Conference Center is nestled at the base of Camelback Mountain with easy access off exit 299 of I-80..  The Chateau features the Mountainview Bar and Grille, indoor pool, outdoor pool, fitness center, sauna, whirlpool, game room and banquet facilities. The Crossing Outlets are a mere 1.25 miles from hotel.

Inn at Hickory Run - Black Bear Triathlon Special
877-797-3618
This country inn is approximately 23 miles from the Black Bear Triathlon race site. Our Inn offers the finest in accommodations featuring fireplaces and whirlpool tubs in every room. Come stay with us for Race Weekend and receive a special two-night rate $390 (one night is available at a rate is $245). Run the rapids of the Lehigh River on Saturday before the race with discount coupons for Whitewater Challengers. A special early athletes breakfast will be served the day of the race. Call 877-797-3618 and indicate you are a competing athlete to receive this special weekend package. We look forward to seeing you - www.innathickoryrun.com.

Split Rock Resort
One Lake Drive, Lake Harmony PA 18624
570-722-9111
800-255-7625 toll-free
www.splitrockresort.com

Saturday May 31st - $125.00
Sunday June 1st - $99.00

The Split Rock Resort & Golf Club is a four season resort situated on 125 acre Lake Harmony in the western region of the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. It is located only 20 minutes From Beltsville State Park. The setting is quiet and pristine in a true "four season" resort surrounded by thousands of acres of mountain scenery including forests, lakes and streams that are ready to be explored on skis, bikes, or on foot. Numerous leisure time activities can be found year round at Split Rock including 27 holes of championship golf, 18 hole championship miniature golf course, 2 indoor pools, 1 outdoor pool, swimming lagoon, and much more.

Local Camping Sites

Hickory Run State Park Complex
They have a large campground and are about 30 min. from Beltzville.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/hickoryrun.aspx

Promised Land State Park
They are about 1 hour from Beltzville, but they have cabins as well as tent camping spots.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/promisedland.aspx#night

Jim Thorpe Camping Resort
Is located just 15 minutes away from Beltzville State Park.
http://www.jimthorpecamping.com

Mauch Chunk County Park
(the old name of the re-named town of Jim Thorpe) has camping & cabins also about 15 minutes away.
http://www.carboncounty.com/park/

What to Do

Beltzville State Park is a beautiful park offering fishing, a public beach, playground, boating, hiking and so much more. Bring the whole family for a memorable weekend getaway in nature's backyard.

Situated in a region filled with clear lakes, wide-open countryside and rugged mountains, Carbon County offers year-round, outdoor activity.

• Visit Penn's Peak – Celebrate finishing the course at Roadies Restaurant!

  There's no better way to cool off after the Triathlon then by heading up to Roadies Restaurant and enjoying an evening out on the decks.

  With amazing 50+mile views you'll be able to see the Beltzville lake and track the course you've just completed; don't forget your camera!

  Enjoy the pristine natural surroundings, open air dining, amazing food and drinks, all in a fun music inspired atmosphere.

  Roadies Restaurant is located inside Penn's Peak; the area's premier entertainment facility, bring you national concerts, luncheon and dinner show, and so much more! From Rock to Country and everything in between; there's something for everyone at the Peak.

  We'll see you at the Peak! (Just minutes from Beltzville State Park) – www.pennspeak.com.

• Visit Jim Thorpe – an unusual Victorian town rich with history. Just minutes from the great ski resorts of Blue Mountain, Big Boulder, and Jack Frost; all of whom offer great summer activities as well.
• Visit CamelBeach –about 40 minutes from the race site. Offering a great package - Bonus Night ticket. This ticket combines a Twilight Ticket (valid 4-6pm) and a Next Day General Admission ticket valid from (10-6pm). This is a great value. $24.95 for ages 3-11 and $29.95 for ages 12 and older. This is a retail product that guests can simply purchase at the ticket windows upon arrival. For more information visit camelbeach.com.
• Stop in the newest attraction in the Poconos – the Great Wolf Lodge.
• Loads of Mountain Biking on some of the best trails in the country.
• Don't miss kayaking and white water rafting – truly a sight to see.

For more information on great things to do visit www.800poconos.com.