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Trails in Bushkill Falls

The beautiful woods and waterfalls that located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains are some of the most enchanting and jaw-dropping natural monuments in all of America—a must-experience for any nature lover. Walking along the natural trails and man-made wooden walkways that wind through the dense forest and within misting distance to the gargantuan waterfalls is an experience you’ll not soon forget....

Mining Maze Challenge at Bushkill Falls

The Mining Maze is an interactive adventure for all ages, where you get to go for the gold (there is no gold in our mining activity), competing with your friends and family to get to the finish line. This thrilling escape is the newest addition to Bushkill Falls, and, apart from being an activity to release your inner competitive spirit,...

Mining for Gemstones at Bushkill Falls

It’s like minecraft, except the rare earth minerals and gemstones are real, not just digital representations hopes and dreams in a cube-shaped world. This family-friendly activity is great for all ages, and gives people a taste of the ‘rush’ of the Gold Rush. At Bushkill Falls everyone will have fun pretending to be a miner for a day, learning the...

Mini Golf at Bushkill Falls

Bushkill Falls is a great place to explore nature and the outdoors, with its famous hikes and magnificent waterfalls. But it’s also got… Putt Putt!! That’s right, America’s favorite micro sport (resoundingly beating ping pong), is alive and well at Bushkill, with a full 18-hole course for you to put your mini-golf skills to the test. Mini golf is fun...

Paddle Boat at Bushkill Falls

If you, like me, often think (author enters reverie) “If only we could combine the sweet exercise of bicycle riding with the calm, serene activity of floating on a lake…” Alas! We are in luck! For there are the paddle boats in Bushkill Falls. Enjoy the sweet lapping sounds of paddles on smooth, clear water with Bushkill Falls paddle boat...

Fishing in Bushkill Falls

When you’ve fully explored the trails, felt the calm mist of the waterfalls on your face, and climbed the seemingly hundreds of stairs that it takes to get to the tops of the waterfalls, you’ll be well-ready for a little leisure. And for that, there’s fishing. Near the entrance to Bushkill Falls are the “Twin Lakes”, two small lakes where...

Hike Up the Appalachian Trail at...

Hike Up the Appalachian Trail at Lehigh Gap

Lehigh Gap was formed by the Lehigh River carving a large hole in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. One side is owned and operated by the Lehigh Gap Nature Center and has some great hikes, but this side is government-owned. Parking for this portion of the Appalachian Travel is up a little bumpy gravel road off Rt. 248, near...

Hike Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

Hike Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

Nestled within the more urban and suburban communities in Northern New Jersey, you can escape back to nature at Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. The name says it all – this place is the perfect opportunity to get up close to a variety of different wildlife that call this protected land home. Commonly seen animals include fox, deer, muskrat, turtles,...

Hike the Shades of Death Trail

Hike the Shades of Death Trail

The trailhead and parking are available by the park office or along PA 534 by the nature center and amphitheater. This trail is beautiful and seemed to change around every bend. Sand Spring Run flows alongside the entire trail. Rock formations and rhododendron mix with remains of a logging mill and dam to add to the gorgeous environment. This trail...

Kayak the Francis E. Walter Dam

Kayak the Francis E. Walter Dam

The Francis E. Walter Dam, located in White Haven, Pennsylvania, is truly an amazing location. Constructed in 1961, Francis E. Walter Dam, has prevented nearly $180 million in flood damages to the Lehigh River Valley. The reservoir was designated for recreation use by Congress in 1988. While kayaking along the banks of the dam you can find water snakes cruising...

Hike Bearfort Mountain

Hike Bearfort Mountain

Bearfort Mountain is a great weekend morning hike that borders NJ and NY. Parking can be tricky as the entrance to the lot looks like it is Greenwood Lake Marina’s boat storage area. Once parked, find the trail entrance at the top of the little hill and continue to the blue on white marked trail. As the trail steeply climbs...

Hike to Tank Hollow Vista

Hike to Tank Hollow Vista

This is a simple, short hike to a fantastic vista looking out over the Lehigh River Gorge. The trailhead for the hike to Tank Hollow Vista is along Behrens Road just outside of Jim Thorpe, PA. Most of the hike is on state game lands. If the gate is open from the first lot, you can shorten this hike to...

Hiking in Musconetcong Gorge Preserve

Hiking in Musconetcong Gorge Preserve

Start out on Ridge Trail (yellow blazes), found at the rear of the parking lot. Shortly, you will come to a stream crossing, followed by a set of wooden steps. Just before the next stream, turn left following the white blazes. This section of the trail makes a moderately rocky descent, as it follows the stream downhill. Around 2 miles...

Hike to Chikahoki Falls

Hike to Chikahoki Falls

This is a fairly easy hike that is great for the whole family to see the fall foliage and experience a great waterfall. It is a short hike through the woods to get to the falls with other loops available for those that want to hike more. Photo: [Viraj Kumbhakarna](https://www.flickr.com/photos/yourviraj/5098522182/in/photolist-q5xqkY-pN4WjL-q5eKue-pN4Vv1-oCthJ-oCtib-7Y8zyh-4KYWTZ-8NAXWv-pLZCqk-q4uDTw-8Lxg1S-bZriB1-bZri2m-bZrkvj-bZrmeE-bZrmub-bZrihm-bZrhKS-bZrjQU-bZriYb-bZrhxs-bZrkW5-bZrkdu-bZrjs1-x7zYmj-wQJu55-wuXnje-wuXndc-wuQ3Hw-wuXkYD-wK7Y37-q4mBeH-pM12sx-pM12xx-q4n2y4-pM2NbG-q4cwCn-q4cw2c-pM2Knf-p7zD4C-pLYN41-q4cukX-q2gMEq-pM2JVU)

Hike Pyramid Mountain to Tripod Rock

Hike Pyramid Mountain to Tripod Rock

This is a fun hike that is great for the entire family. The trails are really well maintained and Tripod Rock is a pretty amazing feature to check out. You can hike to the rock and follow your steps back to the parking lot for a 3 mile round trip or continue along the trail for a 4.4 mile loop....

Hike the Apshawa Preserve

Hike the Apshawa Preserve

This is a pretty straightforward loop-hike that has you crossing a few bridges, a stream and getting some incredible views if you are up for it. Ironically you are close to some homes so you will potentially see some people in their backyards. You’ll also get used to seeing manmade structures intersecting with nature with some water tanks and metal...

Hike to Hawk Falls in Hickory...

Hike to Hawk Falls in Hickory Run State Park

Hawk Falls is located in Hickory Run State Park, Pennsylvania in the Poconos Mountains. The trail is mostly downhill, with some slippery sections so wear adequate shoes and take caution when you approach the falls. A rock outcrop at the top of the falls makes for a great lookout point. The 0.7 out-and-back trail is a good option for families...

Explore Boulder Field in Hickory Run...

Explore Boulder Field in Hickory Run State Park

Boulder Field is easily found following signs in Hickory Run State Park and has its own parking lot. Boulder Field is a small piece of landscape leftover from the last ice advance thousands of years ago. It covers an area of 400 feet wide by 1,800 feet long and about 10 feet deep. Boulders range in size from 25 feet...

Camp at Spruce Run Recreation Area

Camp at Spruce Run Recreation Area

There are 67 tent and trailer sites here, open from April 1 to Oct 31. You’ll have access to fire rings, picnic tables, showers, and toilets from these sites, as well. There are three shelters, in addition, and six picnic areas, which have tables, charcoal grills, and restrooms. When you’re not kicking back by the grill, there are lots of...

Hike the Falls Trail at Beltzville...

Hike the Falls Trail at Beltzville State Park

At the Christman Trailhead, hike a quick, flat 2.5 miles following the yellow trail markers through farm meadows and birch forests to the Falls Trail loop/intersection. Here hike the Falls trail which is a 0.5 mile loop that links back to the 2.5 mile section back to the parking area. Bridges and overlooks make for great views of the creek....

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