Pennsylvania’s Covington Township is near Scranton and the Poconos
Covington Township in Pennsylvania is composed of the Village of Daleville, plus historic villages and census-designated places, including Eagle Lake, a private recreational vehicle community, and a sliver of the Big Bass Lake community, a private community with diverse housing styles. Lying about 14 miles southeast of Scranton in the North Pocono area, the Township offers proximity to shopping and dining around Scranton, outdoor recreation options and the North Pocono School District, a well-regarded district that earns a B-plus grade from Niche. Residents can also make the approximately 2-hour drive to either Philadelphia or New York for big city outings. About 2,200 people call this part of Pennsylvania home.
Diverse styles throughout, and park model homes in Eagle Lake
Homes in Covington range from about $210,000 to $680,000, with the higher-end prices tucked to the north near Moscow. Ranch-style homes are common designs, while unique architecture in Big Bass Lake offers variety and style. Large New Traditional homes can be found on and around McEsther Drive while split-levels and ranch-style homes dot wide lawns on and around Marcie Terrace and the small residential pockets just outside of Daleville. Midsize and mature trees line most roads and provide shade along quiet residential streets and state highways. The foliage is interrupted by an occasional field. The Eagle Lake Community has park model RV homes available. Prices for these start around $30,000 and reach $120,000. Covington Township has a CAP Index Crime Score of 1, below the national average of 4.
The Moffat Estate, plus a state park, forest and game lands
Moffat Park is tucked behind its namesake mansion on the Moffat Estate. The 40-acre area has trails and a children’s play area. State game lands for hunting and trapping surround the area and two state nature areas are close as well. Tobyhanna State Park is south of Gouldsboro and offers a lake, campsites and trails on about 5,000 acres, while Pinchot State Forest is about 14 miles southwest, with trails for hikers and the Thornhurst Country Club, a private course, just outside the state forest.
North Pocono School District gets strong marks from Niche
North Pocono School District serves the area. The district is home to several elementary schools: Moscow and Jefferson elementary schools get A-minus grades and North Pocono Intermediate School, which is actually another elementary building, scores a B-plus. Both North Pocono Middle School and North Pocono High School earn B-pluses as well. High school students can earn dual enrollment credits via Lackawanna College in Scranton.
Shopping in Daleville, local restaurants and more in Scranton
The village center in Daleville provides a handful of shops and restaurants for residents. ShopRite has groceries. Ace Hardware, Gold Crown Jewelry and Ethical Clothing are also available in the small shopping center here. Kay’s Daily Grind serves coffee while Kay’s Italian Restaurant serves cuisine from southern Italy. Country Café serves classic diner breakfast and lunch dishes. For additional options, residents can head to Scranton or make the roughly 2-hour trip to Philadelphia or New York for countless choices.
Town-wide events and Eagle Lake exclusives
Township-wide events include a children’s fishing derby, a Christmas Open House at the Moffat Estate mansion, an Easter Egg Hunt and a spring cleanup event. For Eagle Lake residents, the Community Association puts on events as well, such as cocktail parties at certain holidays, comedy and talent shows and a “Christmas in July” golf cart parade.
Interstate 380 connects Covington to Scranton and beyond
Interstate 380 runs through the western portion of the township, while Pennsylvania Route 435 passes through Daleville toward Moscow and the Scranton area. Philadelphia is about 120 miles south and New York City is about 110 miles away. The Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport is about 17 miles away from Daleville. Public transit isn’t available in this area, so residents will likely require a vehicle. Scranton’s Commonwealth Health Regional Hospital is about 14 miles away.
