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Evansburg State Park: A Forest Oasis

February 5, 2013 by

Located just a few miles down the Germantown Pike in the quaint little town of Collegeville, Evansburg State Park is a less-traveled pocket of unspoiled wilderness that has become a favorite for outdoor-loving Pennsylvanians. The most prominent feature of the park is the Skippack Creek, which flows through beautiful valleys and ridges that give the park spectacular scenic views. The park was originally a settlement in the 18th century, and if you look closely around the grounds you can find remnants of mills and other buildings. Parkgoers now go to enjoy trout fishing in the creek, play baseball at one of the park’s four ballfields, or just meander through over 30 miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Overnight camping is also available. The park is also home to a popular 18 hole golf course with a par of 71 that is open to the public.

Evansburg State Park
851 Mayhall Road
Collegeville, PA 19426
(610) 409-1150
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Green Lane Park: Aquatic Wonderland

December 21, 2012 by

Considered to be one of Montgomery County’s best parks, Green Lane Park boasts a spectacular 3,400 acres and three gorgeous lakes for all kinds of recreational activities. Miles of nature trails wend through the property, appropriate for hikers, bikers and horseback riders equally. The Reservoir is zoned for both boating and swimming, and there are boat rentals available at Deep Creek Lake as well. Recreation areas have charcoal grills for public use, picnic tables, and other amenities. In the summer, various community organizations use the park for a number of festivals, including free outdoor movie screenings, concerts, and more. In the winter, there is still plenty to see and do here, as trails open up for cross-country skiing and the lakes form a very thick crust of ice perfect for skating. Pets are welcome if kept on a leash, but it is prohibited to let them into the lakes or creek areas.

Green Lane Park
2144 Snyder Road
Montgomery County, PA 18074
(215) 234-4528
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Ridley Creek State Park: Natural Treasure

August 7, 2012 by

Area residents looking for a wide array of outdoor activities have been flocking to Ridley Creek State Park for generations. This gorgeous park, located in the town of Newtown Square, offers over 2,026 acres of meadows and woodlands for exploration, only 16 miles from the center of Philadelphia. That proximity to the city makes it a great weekend destination for urbanites looking to get away from it all. 14 picnic areas offer hundreds of picnic tables, as well as pavilions that can be reserved in advance. Ridley Creek, which runs through the park, is stocked with trout and a popular spot for local fisherman to catch their limit. An area is also reserved for fly-fishing, but is catch and release only. 12 miles of hiking trails at various levels of difficulty wend through the park, as well as biking, jogging, and horseback riding paths. From April to October, camping areas are also available for overnight stays.

Ridley Creek State Park
351 Gradyville Road
Newtown Square, PA 19073
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