NASCAR in the Poconos: Your guide to surviving race weekend
Headed up to Long Pond for NASCAR weekend? You'll want to bookmark this page. Read on for everything you need to know about grabbing tickets, avoiding the traffic, and how to score free swag.
Get your tickets
Tickets are still available for this weekend's big races. Head to Poconoraceway.com for more information, or call 1-800-722-3929.
First responders, health care workers and members of the military can save big on tickets.
Here's how you can score a discount.
Learn moreDiscount NASCAR Pocono Raceway tickets for first responders, military members and more
Gas up
The last thing you should worry about is running out of gas this weekend.
Click here for what you need to know about gassing up in Monroe County.
Learn more:Apps like Waze, Google show you the cheapest gas near Long Pond
Avoid the traffic headache
Race weekend usually translates into extra traffic in residential areas of Pocono Summit and Long Pond. Race fans are being asked to utilize Exit 284 on Interstate Route 80 and PA 115 to lessen local traffic congestion.
To avoid additional headaches on the road, be sure to utilize smartphone applications like Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze to get you to your destination while avoiding any gridlock.
Head up to the Tricky Triangle
There's something for everyone up at Pocono Raceway. From carnival rides to yoga, you'll find nothing but fun at the Tricky Triangle.
For a list of the biggest happenings for race weekend, click here.
Learn more:From morning yoga to carnival rides, here's a list of things to do NASCAR weekend at Pocono Raceway
Pocono Raceway is participating in Drug Takeback Day. You can bring unwanted medication, including opioids, to dispose of easily and safely at the PA Attorney General's booth. Those who drop off medication can score some free raceway swag.
Learn more about the Drug Takeback Day effort here.
Learn more:AG Shapiro makes stop at Pocono Raceway to announce Drug Take Back Program
Fans can now utilize free Wi-Fi at Pocono Raceway. Simply turn on your Wi-Fi setting, select the #PoconoFreeFanWiFi network and log in free. Pocono is the first NASCAR track to have Verizon Wi-Fi available for fans. For more information, as well as where you can find the best connection, head to poconoraceway.com/event-guide.html.
What's nearby Pocono Raceway?
Grab the essentials at the closest grocery stores
Ahart's Market: 248 Route 940, Blakeslee, 570-646-8069
ShopRite: 430 Route 940, Mount Pocono, 570-839-3885, shoprite.com
Weis Markets: 601 Route 940, Mount Pocono, 570-839-0172, weismarkets.com
Get your dose of caffeine
Starbucks: 3257 PA-940 Suite 101, Mount Pocono, 272-249-2032. Drive through, dine-in. Starbucks App, Apple and G-Pay accepted.
Dunkin: 57 Route 940, Blakeslee, 570-643-0665. Drive through, dine-in. DDPerks app accepted.
Wawa: 296 PA-940, Blakeslee, 570-646-6707, open 24 hours. Gas station, delivery and curbside pickup available. Mobile pay, tap-to-pay methods accepted.
Sheetz: 2008 Route 611, Swiftwater, 570-243-9777, open 24 hours. Gas station, delivery and curbside pickup available. Mobile pay, tap-to-pay methods accepted.
Roll on up
Are you into van life or prefer to roll up in an RV?
Regardless of the size of your wheels, Pocono campgrounds have a parking spot waiting for you. Here are the best places to park your RV in the Poconos.
Learn more:Park in the Poconos at these campgrounds and RV spots
Ultimate tailgate:Camping at Pocono Raceway has something for everyone
Enjoy the Poconos
Adventures abound both indoors and out in the Pocono Mountains. Here's a selection of activities within a short distance of Pocono Raceway.
Camelbeach: 301 Resort Drive, Tannersville, 570-629-1661. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, learn more at camelbackresort.com
Aquatopia: Part of Camelback resorts, named best waterpark in the country by USA Today's 10Best Reader's Choice. 193 Resort Drive, Tannersville, 570-629-1661. Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, learn more at camelbackresort.com.
Great Wolf Lodge: 1 Great Wolf Drive, Scotrun, 800-768-9653. Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, learn more at greatwolf.com/poconos.
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions: 250 Kalahari Boulevard, Pocono Manor, 570-580-6000. For more information and hours, go to kalahariresorts.com/pennsylvania.
Mount Airy Casino Resort: 312 Woodland Road, Mount Pocono, 877-682-4791, open 24 hours. Learn more at mountairycasino.com.
Skirmish Paintball: 211 N Meckesville Rd, Albrightsville, 570-325-3654, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Learn more at skirmish.com.
Pocono Slingshot Rentals: 105 Wt Family Blvd, Blakeslee, 877-786-2522. For more information go to 877stockcar.com/experiences/pocono-slingshot-rentals/
Pocono ATV Tours: 432 Grange Road, Mount Pocono,570-839-1680. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Learn more at PoconoATVS.com.
The Crossings Premium Outlets: 1000 Premium Outlets Drive, Tannersville, 570-629-4650. Tesla charging available. Learn more at premiumoutlets.com/outlet/the-crossings.
Tobyhanna State Park: 114 Campground Road, Tobyhanna. PA State Park located adjacent to Tobyhanna Army Depot. Visitors using more remote and undeveloped areas of Tobyhanna State Park should be aware that they could encounter old, unexploded artillery shells. Boat rentals, fishing available with license. Loop trail takes you around the lake. Leashed pets welcome. Open sunrise to sunset.
Big Pocono State Park: 980 Camelback Road, Tannersville. PA State Park located near Camelback Resort, offering iconic views of the Pocono Mountains at the Cameltop summit. Picnic area, numerous trails. Leashed pets welcome.
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This article originally appeared on Pocono Record: NASCAR in the Poconos: Survival guide to race weekend
