THINGS TO DO IN NEW HOPE

Bucks County River Country (Point Pleasant): River tubing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting on the Delaware River
Delaware Canal State Park / Towpath: Canoeing, kayaking, fishing, plus 60-mile trail for walking, biking, cross-country skiing
Mule-Drawn Canal Boat Rides: Scenic rides along the Delaware Canal towpath
Lake Nockamixon (Nockamixon State Park): Marinas, boat rentals, fishing; whitewater kayaking during scheduled releases

Delaware & Lehigh (D&L) Trail: Multi-use trail through historic towns and scenic countryside
Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve: 4.5 miles of woodland and meadow paths with spring blooms and birding
Washington Crossing State Park Trails: Along the Delaware River with historical sites on-site
Aquetong Spring Park: Paved & natural trails through a 48-acre park

Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve (included above)
Ringing Rocks Park: Boulders that “ring” when struck, with picnic areas
Peace Valley Park, Lake Nockamixon, Other regional parks (bike-friendly, wildlife, educational experiences)

New Hope & Ivyland Railroad: 45-minute heritage steam and diesel rides
Bucks County Children’s Museum: Interactive exhibits for kids 1–6 (currently temporarily closed)
Ghost Tours of New Hope: Lantern-guided evening ghost walks
Bowman’s Hill Tower & Wildflower Preserve (again for family-friendly nature)