Bucks County, Pennsylvania 2008 Visitors Guide

what to do Historic Sites Erwin-Stover House G4 River Rd, Erwinna PA 18920. (215) 489-5133; (215) 348-6114. An 1800 Federal-style home with additions in 1840 and 1860. Tours by appointment. Located on the grounds of Tinicum Park. nature region Parks & Nature Centers Delaware Canal State Park G2-G7 11 Lodi Hill Rd, Upper Black Eddy PA 18972. (610) 982-5560; (888) PAPARKS; Email: delawarecanalsp@state.pa.us; Web: www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/delawarecanal.aspx. A walk along the 60-mi-long towpath of the park is a stroll into American history. Paralleling the Delaware River between Easton and Bristol, it contains a historic canal and towpath, many miles of river shoreline and 11 river islands. W O FREE Tinicum Park G4 River Rd, Pipersville PA 18920. (215) 757-0571; (215) 348-6114. This park offers both day and overnight accommodations. Day activities include: playgrounds, picnicking, hiking, ball fields, boating, fishing, ice skating and disc golf course. Historic site. Group and family camping ($). Eight campsites. Open sunrise to sunset. 126 acres. O FREE Tohickon Valley F4 Cafferty Rd, Point Pleasant PA 18947. (215) 757-0571; (215) 348-6114. Day use includes: playgrounds, picnicking, hiking, ball fields, fishing (trout stocked annually) and swimming pool ($) in season. Overnight accommodations include group and family camping ($$) and cabins ($$$). 22 campsites. Open sunrise to FREE sunset. 583 acres. O Lake Towhee E2 Old Bethlehem Rd, Applebachsville PA 18951. (215) 757-0571; (215) 348-6114. Playground, picnicking, hiking, ball fields, horseback riding trails, boating, fishing, group and individual camping ($), ice skating and nature area, this park has much to offer. 50-acre lake. Open sunrise to sunset. 552 acres. W O FREE e Wineries Fratelli Desiato Vineyards E4 6637 Easton Rd, PO Box 427, Pipersville PA 18947. (215) 766-9468; Email: desivino99@aol.com; Web: www.italianwinepa.com. The Desiato Family invites you to visit their unique little winery that features classic wines as well as some organic selections. The winery has a full-service restaurant and cocktail bar featuring Pennsylvania beers, local and world wines. Nockamixon State Park E3 1542 Mountain View Dr, Quakertown PA 18951. (215) 529-7300; Email: nockamixonsp@state.pa.us; Web: www.dcnr.state.pa.us. 5,283 acres including a 1,450-acre lake, four launch ramps, marina, boat rentals – 20 HP limit. Swimming pool ($), picnic tables, bicycle, equestrian and hiking trails, fishing, hunting, cross-country skiing, sledding, ice fishing, ice skating, disc golf. Family cabins. Sunrise to sunset. W O FREE Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site D4 Perkasie PA 18944. (215) 249-0100; Email: chartzell@pearlsbuck.org; Web: www.pearlsbuck.org. Guided tours of the Pulitzer and Nobel Prize-winning author’s circa 1825 farmhouse. Reservations recommended. Closed Mon, major holidays and Jan/Feb. Group rates. Tours, luncheons, teas, book discussions available. Unique setting for business meetings, weddings, receptions, personal parties. $$ CC e Peace Valley Park D5 230 Creek Rd, Nature Center or 170 Chapman Rd, New Britain PA 18901. (215) 345-7860; (215) 757-0571. Playgrounds, picnicking, hiking, boating, fishing, ice skating and paved bicycle trails. The solar-heated Nature Center offers a gift shop and access to miles of hiking trails. Group tours available ($). Boat rentals available, seasonal. Sunrise to sunset. W O FREE Stover-Myers Mill F4 Dark Hollow Rd, Pipersville PA 18947. (215) 757-0571; (215) 489-5133. A circa-1800 water-powered gristmill/sawmill which was powered by steam in 1885. Fishing and picnicking on-site. Open sunrise to sunset and weekends June-Sept and by appointment for tours. Donations accepted. Ralph Stover State Park F4 6011 State Park Rd, Pipersville PA 18947. (610) 982-5560; (800) 63PARKS; Email: delawarecanalsp@state.pa.us; Web: www.dcnr.state.pa.us. 45-acre park along the Tohickon Creek and adjoining the Tohickon County Park. Fishing, hiking, canoeing and picnicking. Open sunrise to sunset. Fishing, hiking, picnicking, educational programs, scenic High Rocks Vista, annual white-water release. FREE Outdoor Recreation Haycock Stables, Inc. D3 1035 Old Bethlehem Rd, Perkasie PA 18944. (215) 257-6271; Web: www.haycockstables.com. Guided trails in Nockamixon State Park, pony rides. Horses bought/sold. Instruction: English and Western. Indoor/outdoor rings open all year, weather permitting. Reservations required. Family owned and operated for 46 years. $$$ Sand Castle Winery G4 755 River Rd (Rte 32), PO Box 177, Erwinna PA 18920. (800) 722-9463; Email: winesand@epix.net; Web: www.sandcastlewinery.com. Come and enjoy breathtaking views of the river and valley. Taste Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling in the midst of the vineyards. Tour a castle and underground cellar. Weddings, parties and meeting rooms available. CC Handicap Accessible, Non Smoking Establishment. Ringing Rocks G2 Ringing Rocks Rd, Upper Black Eddy PA 18972. (215) 757-0571. The major attractions are boulder fields containing rocks which, when struck, ring like a bell. Bucks County’s largest waterfall is also here. Picnicking is available. Open sunrise to sunset. 123 acres. O FREE 12 http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/delawarecanal.aspx http://www.italianwinepa.com http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us http://www.pearlsbuck.org http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us http://www.sandcastlewinery.com http://www.haycockstables.com

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