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Gouldsboro

School District
North Pocono School District
Type:
Census-designated place
Municipality
Lehigh

🌲 Gouldsboro, PA is a quiet village and census-designated place tucked into the Pocono Mountains, straddling Lehigh Township in Wayne County and Coolbaugh Township in Monroe County. It’s named after financier Jay Gould, who once operated a tannery in the area.

🗺️ Geography & Nature

  • Surrounded by forests, lakes, and wetlands, including Gouldsboro Lake, Lake Watawga, and the Lehigh River.
  • Elevation: about 1,909 feet, giving it a cool mountain climate.
  • Nearby parks: Gouldsboro State Park and Tobyhanna State Park offer hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing.

🏘️ Community Snapshot

  • Population: around 750 residents as of the 2020 Census.
  • ZIP Code: 18424, with parts of Clifton, Thornhurst, and Covington Townships also served by the Gouldsboro Post Office.
  • School Districts: Split between North Pocono and Pocono Mountain, depending on the township.

🏡 Lifestyle & Real Estate

  • A mix of year-round homes and vacation properties, often nestled in wooded lots.
  • Popular with outdoor enthusiasts and weekenders from NYC and Philly.