This article was last updated in November 2023. Locals and avid birders know Hawk Mountain Sanctuary as the place to view migrating birds of prey (i.e., hawks, falcons, eagles, osprey) in the Lehigh Valley. It’s also a great place for a hike, with the payoff being splendid panoramic views for […]
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Please check the visitor center’s current days and hours of operation before visiting. Take a step back into colonial history at Washington Crossing State Park in New Jersey. George Washington was on the move in December 1776 (and walked these grounds) and gearing up for what would become a surprise
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Walk in the footsteps of history on the same ground trodden by the Continental Army over two centuries ago. Located along the Pennsylvania side of the Delaware River, Washington Crossing Historical Park is the area where General George Washington’s Continental Army encamped for three weeks in December 1776. From here,
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Located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains, Bushkill Falls is a beautiful place to hike in the woods and view spectacular waterfalls. It’s dubbed “The Niagara of Pennsylvania.” Four trails beckon you after you pay for admission, so you choose how adventurous you are and how many waterfalls you want to see.
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Delaware beaches are a big draw for folks in neighboring states — and for good reason. But sometimes you just want a break from the beach scene. Luckily, Trap Pond State Park in Laurel, Delaware is a great retreat from the beach with options for hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and
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