Parks & Recreation | Smithfield Township Municipal Center

1155 Red Fox Road | East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Dr. Alex Jackson, Ph.D.

Conservation & Recreation Director

1155 Red Fox Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Phone: (570) 223‑5082 x 6
Fax: (570) 223‑5086
alex@smithfieldtownship.com

Dr. Jackson leads the Township’s conservation and recreation efforts, oversees park development and environmental planning, and serves as liaison for public recreation programs and MS4 compliance.

Waterfront Park

Operated by Smithfield Township
📍 Address: 1170 Red Fox Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
⏰ Hours: Dawn to Dusk
💵 Fee: None

Overview:
Located just beside the Smithfield Township Municipal Center, Waterfront Park offers a wide range of recreational amenities: three soccer fields, a basketball court, playground, walking trails, scenic pond, and two roofed pavilions.

The park is also home to our Community Garden and Apiary, where residents can garden and learn about pollinators in a peaceful setting.

Community Garden at Waterfront Park

Operated by Smithfield Township
📍 Location: Across from 1170 Red Fox Rd, below the Municipal Center (1155 Red Fox Rd)
⏰ Hours: Dawn to Dusk
💵 Fee: None
Overview:
The Community Garden is a great way to dig in, grow your own produce, and meet fellow residents. Plots are free and assigned first-come, first-served. Gardeners maintain their own plots with care and common sense to ensure the space remains safe and enjoyable for all. To reserve a plot, visit the Municipal Center or contact Conservation & Recreation Director Dr. Alex Jackson.

Minisink Park

Operated by Smithfield Township
📍 Address: 44 River Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
⏰ Hours: Dawn to Dusk
💵 Fee: None for Monroe County residents. $10 per person for out-of-county visitors.
📄 Download Trail MapOverview:
Overview:
Minisink Park features open space, trails, and access to the Brodhead and Cherry Creeks. Visitors can enjoy three soccer fields, an ADA-accessible North Trail, and a southern trail that crosses into Delaware Water Gap Borough. It’s a favorite for walkers, nature watchers, and sports teams alike.

Marshalls Falls Park

Operated by Smithfield Township
📍 Address: 274 Marshalls Creek Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
⏰ Hours: Dawn to Dusk
💵 Fee: None for Monroe County residents. $10 per person for out-of-county visitors.
Overview:
Home to one of the area’s most beautiful natural waterfalls, Marshalls Falls Park offers 17 acres of unspoiled woodland. A newly added parking lot and ADA-accessible trail make the falls more accessible than ever. Plans for Phase 2 — including additional parking and trail expansion — are already underway. Please note there is no pavilion at this park.

Mt. Nebo Regional Park

Operated by Smithfield & Middle Smithfield Townships
📍 Address: 230 Mt Nebo Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
⏰ Hours: Dawn to Dusk
💵 Fee: None
📄 Download Trail Map
Overview:
Mt. Nebo Park is a peaceful, inter-municipal green space offering catch-and-release fishing, scenic trails, picnic spots, and opportunities to observe wildlife. It’s a quiet and relaxing destination for all ages.

River’s Edge Bike Park

Operated by Smithfield & Middle Smithfield Townships
📍 Address: 123 River Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
⏰ Hours: Dawn to Dusk
💵 Fee: None for Monroe County residents. $10 per person for out-of-county visitors.
Overview:
This inter-municipal park offers a unique pump track experience for cyclists — designed for skillful turns and jumps without pedaling.

ATTENTION: Prices Landing Road is a private road, and is not owned by Smithfield Township. That road shall not be used to access the Rivers Edge Bike Park. All public access to the Park is from the River Road entrance only.

🔗 View the River’s Edge Bike Park Master Site Plan Project

Smithfield Beach

Operated by National Park Service
(Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area)
📍 Address: 1194 River Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
⏰ Hours: Dawn to Dusk
💵 Fee: View NPS/DEWA Fee Info
Overview:
Smithfield Beach is a premier National Park site for swimming, sunbathing, paddling, and grilling (personal grills only). With river access and open fields, it’s an ideal spot for relaxing on a warm day or launching a boat for a scenic float.

Hialeah Picnic Area

Operated by National Park Service
(Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area)
📍 Address: River Rd, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
⏰ Hours: Dawn to Dusk
💵 Fee: None
Overview:
Located within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Hialeah Picnic Area is a quiet retreat with walking paths and picnic space. A connecting trail leads to Smithfield Beach, offering a peaceful extension of your park visit.