It began operation in November 2006 as the first slots casino in the state of Pennsylvania. Mohegan Sun renamed the property 'Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs,' and began a major expansion. Mohegan Sun acquired the Pocono Downs racetrack on Januin a $280 million purchase of the Pocono Downs Racetrack from Penn National Gaming. The racetrack itself is as of 2015 now called The Downs At Mohegan Sun Pocono. A ⅝-mile (1-kilometer) harness track is also a major attraction. The casino features over 2,300 slots, live tables for blackjack, roulette and poker, and a sportsbook offering sports betting. Mohegan Pennsylvania (formerly Mohegan Sun Pocono, Pocono Downs and Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs) is a racino located in Plains Township on the outskirts of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Mohegan Pennsylvania (the United States) Show map of the United Statesĭivision of Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority, of The Mohegan TribeĤ1☁6′08″N 75☄9′09″W / 41.2689°N 75.8193°W / 41.2689 -75.8193