Mohegan Sun Pocono facts for kids
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Mohegan Sun Pocono in Pennsylvania
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| Location | Wilkes-Barre, PA |
| Address | 1280 Hwy 315 |
| No. of rooms | 238 |
| Total gaming space | 82,000 square feet (7,600 m2) |
| Signature attractions | The Downs At Mohegan Sun Pocono |
| Notable restaurants | Ruth's Chris Steak House |
| Casino type | Land-based Native American gaming Racino |
| Owner | Downs Racing, LP Division of Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, of The Mohegan Tribe |
| Previous names | Pocono Downs Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs |
| Website | Mohegan Sun Pocono |
Mohegan Sun Pocono is a fun place in Plains Township, near Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. It's known as a "racino," which means it has both horse racing and a casino.
At Mohegan Sun Pocono, you can find over 2,300 slot machines. There are also live table games like blackjack, roulette, and poker. You can even find a special area for sports betting. A big attraction is the ⅝-mile (1-kilometer) harness track where horses race.
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History of Mohegan Sun Pocono
The horse racing track at this location is now called The Downs At Mohegan Sun Pocono.
How Mohegan Sun Pocono Started
The Mohegan Tribe bought the Pocono Downs racetrack in 2005. They paid $280 million for it! After buying it, they changed its name to "Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs." They also started a big project to make it larger and add more things to do.
In November 2006, Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs became the first place in Pennsylvania to offer slot machines. This was a big deal for the state!
Adding More Games and a Hotel
In 2010, the state of Pennsylvania decided to allow "table games" in casinos. These are games like blackjack and roulette, played at a table with a dealer. Mohegan Sun was one of the first casinos to get approval for these new games. They even hired 600 new people to help with the expansion! Table games officially started on July 13, 2010.
A few years later, in November 2013, a hotel was built. This hotel is connected right to the casino area, making it easy for visitors to stay and play.
Sports Betting Arrives
On January 28, 2019, Mohegan Sun Pocono made a deal with a company called Kindred Group. This partnership allowed them to start offering sports betting at the casino. They also began offering online gambling and sports betting. Mohegan Sun Pocono was the first casino in Northeastern Pennsylvania to offer sports betting.
The casino built a special area for sports betting. It's about 1,130 sq ft (105 m2) big. This area has a large video wall, 7 terminals where you can place bets, and 3 windows with tellers. The Unibet Sportsbook at Mohegan Sun Pocono opened on October 5, 2019. Soon after, online gambling and sports betting launched on November 12, 2019.
What You Can Find at Mohegan Sun Pocono
Mohegan Sun Pocono has many different features for visitors.
Places to Eat and Shop
There are many places to eat at Mohegan Sun Pocono. You can choose from fourteen different restaurants or food areas. These include a food court, Johnny Rockets, and Ruth's Chris Steak House.
You can also find four different shops. One of these shops sells wine and cheese.
Off-Track Betting Locations
Mohegan Sun also owns other places where people can bet on horse races. These are called off-track betting facilities. You can find them in towns like Carbondale, East Stroudsburg, and Allentown.
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Torch near the entrance
