Tourism

Pictures of the Schofield covered bridge

Quick Navigation: One of the diamond shaped windows. The windows were not part of the original design of the bridge. It appears that they were added in the 1970’s to allow people to view the creek without being tempted to pry boards loose. A view of the ramp. you can see the diamond shaped […]

Photos of the Schofield covered bridge and directions

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More Photographs of Raubsville in Bucks County near the Delaware River

Quick Navigation: These pictures are of a spillway diverting some of the water from the canal into the Delaware River A raceway for water from the canal. Another view of the spillway More Raubsville. . .

Gates of the Delaware Canal at Raubsville in Northampton County

Quick Navigation: There are some well preserved mechanisms from the Canal at Raubsville. Control Gates at Raubsville. Control gates at Raubsville. I believe that this may have been a hydroelectric generating plant. (If I’m wrong, please email me at [email protected] More Raubsville. . .

Gates and Locks at Raubsville in Northampton County

Quick Navigation: A Close up of the Control Gates. I understand that these were recently restored. The Lock at Raubsville. The locks would raise or lower the Canal Boats. The locks are filled by gravity and a system of valves. More Raubsville. . .

Facilities at the Virginia Forrest Recreational Area on the Delaware Canal – Hiking and Canoeing

Quick Navigation: The Virginia Forrest Recreation Area has very nice facilities. I’m not sure if they are open all year, but the ‘family’ restroom was open in late November. It’s heated and has running water. There are also a few picnic benches and a grill overlooking the Delaware River. The recreation area is a […]

Locks at the Virginia Forrest Recreational Area on the Delaware Canal

Quick Navigation: The canal has a certain rustic beauty. In many cases, the original lock tender’s homes are still standing and the locks have been restored. If you are looking for something to do on a Sunday afternoon, what better way than to pack a lunch, put on your walking shoes and take a […]

Bridge and Canal – Virginia Forrest Recreational Area – The Delaware Canal

Quick Navigation: The paths along the Delaware Canal provide a variety of recreational opportunities. You can hike, walk, bicycle, or simply take a romantic stroll. There are also opportunities for bird watching and nature watching. The canal is picturesque in it’s own right but the beauty is enhanced by the views of the Delaware […]

Grundy Museum River Views

Quick Navigation: Below are views of the back of the Grundy museum mansion from the river side. Grundy Museum – River View – Bristol, Pa Grundy Museum Library – River View – Bristol, Pa

Photograph of the Rock Ridge Chapel