There are so many beautiful parks and outdoor recreation options in our community. Below are listings of these beautiful places with information on each one. Is there a new pool open in the area you would like to share? Post it below to the Local Parks and Rec page! |
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Washington Crossing Historic ParkP.O. 103
Washington Crossing, PA 18977
215-493-4076
At Washington Crossing Historic Park, George Washington led his ragged troops across the ice-choked Delaware and assaulted the unsuspecting Hessians at Trenton. His victory bolstered sagging morale, changing the course of the American Revolution.
The 500-acre site and recreational area includes 13 historic buildings, the noted 100-acre Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve and observation tower, and many picnic areas.
Hours of Operation
Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, noon to 5 p.m., Closed certain holidays, except Christmas Day, Memorial Day, July 4, and Labor Day.
Visiting hours may change on a seasonal basis.
Admission:
Adult $5.00
Group & Senior $4.00
Youth $2.00
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Churchville Nature Center501 Churchville Lane • Churchville, PA 18966
(Churchville Reservoir, Northampton Twp. N. of Holland 172 acres)
Phone: (215) 357-4005 • Fax: (215) 396-1153
ALL AGES can enjoy nature trails, picnicking and a wildlife garden. The Nature centure building offers exhibits and a small gift shop. Group tours are available by preregistration ($). Hours: Park open Sunrise to Sunset; Visitors Center open 10 am-5 pm, Tues-Sun, closed Mon. .
Children Welcome.
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Bowman's Hill Wildflower PreserveP.O. Box 685; 1635 River Rd.; New Hope, PA 18938
Phone: (215) 862-2924 • Fax: (215) 862-1846
Email: beaubaire@bhwp.org
ESTABLISHED in 1934 featuring woods, meadows, small pond, Pidcock Creek. The Preserve's native wildflowers, ferns, shrubs, and trees are displayed in naturalistic settings along trails. Exhibits and shops are located in Visitor Center. Hours: Open all year; Building open daily 9 am-5 pm; Grounds 8:30 a.m. to sunset.
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Tyler State Park101 Swamp Rd., Newtown, PA 18940-1151
(Rte. 413 Bypass & Swamp Rd.)
Phone: (215) 968-2021 • (800) 63-PARKS • Fax: (215) 968-1610
HIKING, bicycling and exercise trails, nature trail, fishing, picnic facilities, summer canoe rental and mobile food concession. Environmental programs for groups with advance notice. Programs offered Oct. to mid-May. Hours: sunrise-sunset. -
Core Creek ParkMiddletown Twp. • Administration Bldg., 901 E. Bridgetown Pike
Langhorne, PA 19047 • (E. of Rte. 413 off Tollgate Rd. or Bridgetown Pk.)
Phone: (215) 757-0571 • (215) 348-6114 • Fax: (215) 752-1421
AN ACTIVE park with many events and activities. Playgrounds, picnicking (pavilion rentals available), hiking, ball fields, tennis, horseback riding trails, boating (including rentals), fishing (trout stocked annually) and ice skating. Hours: sunrise to sunset. Administration Bldg. open Mon-Fri 8:15 am-4:45 pm. 1,185 acres.
- Middletown Township ParksThis link is a listing of the Middletown Township Parks, Greenbelts and Recreation facilities and their locations.Website:www.middletowntwpbucks.org/full/
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Silver Lake Nature CenterSilver Lake Nature Center
1306 Bath Road
Bristol, PA 19007
(215) 785-1177
Website:www.silverlakenaturecenter.org/ - Oxford Valley ParkOxford Valley Road, Levittown, PA, 19030
(215) 945-8644
Open March 1 to December 31
Closed January and February
Monday - Friday 7 a.m. to Dusk
Saturday and Sunday 6:30 a.m. to Dusk
Features
Swimming
Boating
Fishing
Ice Skating (designated area only)
Golf Course
Nine-hole
2,025-yard
Par 31 (5, 4, and 3 Par)
Public Facility
Rental pull-carts
Daily Fees
Reduced-fee Seasonal Plans
