Neighborhood Guide · Pike County, Pennsylvania
Living in Birchwood Lakes.
A private community in the Pocono Mountains of Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania.
Birchwood at a Glance - Community Amenities
Four Lakes, Including Upper Birchwood Lake
Four lakes sit at the center of the community, including Upper Birchwood Lake. The water and the open space around it are a defining part of life here, and the lakes give the community its character.
Outdoor Swimming Pool
A seasonal outdoor swimming pool is part of the community's shared recreation. Like most outdoor amenities in the region, it operates seasonally, so confirm current hours, rules, and any fees with the association.
Tennis & Basketball Courts
Outdoor tennis and basketball courts give residents places to play without leaving the community.
Playgrounds
Playgrounds throughout the community give families easy places for kids to run and play close to home.
Baseball Field
A community baseball field rounds out the recreation, with open space for pick-up games.
Multi-Purpose Clubhouse & Office
A large multi-purpose clubhouse hosts community events and gatherings, and an association office with full-time staff manages the community day to day.
Homes & Properties
With approximately 800+ homes, Birchwood Lakes is a well-established community that continues to grow as new homes are built for both vacation and year-round use. You'll find everything from older summer cottages and traditional family homes to newer construction, which means there can be significant differences in the age, size, and condition of homes throughout the community.
For buyers, that variety means it's worth seeing more than one or two properties before forming an impression of Birchwood Lakes. One home may be completely updated and move-in ready, while another may have been used primarily as a weekend getaway or may be ready for some improvements.
When considering a home here, it's also important to look beyond the property itself and think about whether the community fits the way you want to spend your time. For example, if spending time on or near the water appeals to you, Birchwood Lakes has four lakes to enjoy—and that's just one part of what the community offers. The amenities, along with the community's rules, roads, and dues, are all part of deciding whether it feels like the right fit.
What Buyers Should Know
Buying in a private community is different from buying outside one. Beyond the house itself, you are buying into a set of shared roads, amenities, rules, and fees, so it pays to understand them before you make an offer.
Community dues
Association dues exist, and amounts vary from property to property. Confirm the current dues for the specific home you are considering with the Birchwood Lakes Community Association.
Rules and regulations
The community maintains its own rules and regulations along with deed restrictions. These govern things like property use, rentals, and exterior changes, so it is worth reading them before you buy.
Private roads
About 27 miles of roads inside the community are private and are maintained by the community association rather than the township.
Shared amenities
The lakes, pool, playgrounds, courts, ball field, and clubhouse are shared community facilities. Confirm how they are accessed and whether any fees apply.
Wells and septic
Homes in this area commonly use private wells and septic systems. Confirm the setup for the specific property you are considering.
Rental policies
Rental policies are set by the community association and can change. Verify the current policy directly with the association before relying on it.
Resale documents
Ask for and review the community's resale and disclosure documents before purchasing, and have your own advisors review them as well.
Association office and staff
The community is managed by an association office with full-time staff, so there is a working structure in place for questions about dues, rules, roads, and maintenance.
Birchwood Lakes Community Association
212 Aspen Road, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328
Birchwood Lakes Community Association (birchwoodlakes.net)
Use the association website to verify current dues, rules, rental policies, and amenities.
Office hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Location & What's Nearby
Birchwood Lakes is in Dingmans Ferry, Pike County, Pennsylvania, in the northeast corner of the Pocono Mountains. The community is located off Pennsylvania Route 739 in eastern Pike County, within reach of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the Delaware River, which bring hiking, canoeing, and large stretches of open space to the region.
The area is convenient to both New Jersey and New York, which makes it a practical option for weekend and second-home buyers. The community is served by the Delaware Valley School District.
The surrounding region is known for its outdoor recreation, and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is the anchor of that.
For information on the area, visit AroundHereGuide.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district services Birchwood Lakes?
Homes in this community are served by the Delaware Valley School District.
GreatSchools provides independent school information and ratings based on factors including student progress, test scores, and college readiness. Ratings can change as new data becomes available.
GreatSchools Rating: 7/10 (as of October 2026)
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Are Short-Term Rentals allowed?
What are the HOA dues and or community fees?
Thinking About a Home in Birchwood Lakes?
I work with buyers and sellers throughout Pike County and can help you understand not only the house, but the community that comes with it. If you're comparing Birchwood Lakes with other communities in the Milford and Dingmans Ferry area, I can help you understand the differences.
Jacqueline Kraszewski
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Pocono Real Estate
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