Anson B. Nixon Park

405 N Walnut Road Kennett Square, PA 19348 (610) 444-1416

This 106 acre hidden gem is nestled just north of charming downtown Kennett Square. This natural setting includes 2 ponds, streams, woodlands including a beech grove with specimens dating back over 250 years, and 3 miles of walking trails. Recreational activities include tennis, basketball and…

Black Rock Sanctuary

953 Black Rock Road Phoenixville, PA 19460 (610) 344-5656

The Sanctuary consists of 119 acres of wetlands, woodlands and meadows and is dedicated to wildlife habitat and public use. Discover the history, geology, wildlife, plant life and habitats of the basin by walking along the interpretive trail and visiting one of the many education…

Caln Township Parks

253 Municipal Drive Thorndale, PA 19372 (610) 384-0600

Caln Township is proud of its Park System. There are four major parks with facilities available to the public: Caln Municipal Park This 20 Acre Park located off of Municipal Drive is our community park and offers many recreation activities. Organized baseball through the Caln…

Chester Valley Trail

132 Church Farm Lane Exton, PA 19341

The Chester Valley Trail is currently an 18. 6 mile, multi-use, rail-to-trail facility that roughly follows U.S. Routes 30 and 202 through central Chester County from West Whiteland Township east into Montgomery County. The trail surface is paved in asphalt that is fully ADA accessible. The…

Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead

3900 N Sandy Flash Dr Newtown Square, PA 19073 (610) 566-1725

The Colonial Pennsylvania Farmstead is an authentic living history site with the purpose of enhancing understanding of 1760-90 farm life in Southeastern Pennsylvania by providing high quality, research based experiences to the public.

French Creek State Park

843 Park Road Elverson, PA 19520-9523 (610) 582-9680

More than 35 miles of well-marked trails cover a large portion of the park’s 7,475 acres.  Hikers at French Creek have a wide variety of opportunities for quiet reflection, nature study and physical challenge.

Hibernia County Park

1 Park Road Wagontown, PA 19376 (610) 344-5656

Camping at Hibernia County Park begins the first full weekend in May and continues through the last weekend in October, weather permitting. Hibernia County Park consists of over 900 acres of trails, woodlands, meadows, open fields, play areas, pavilions, and picnic areas. Popular fishing sites include…

Marsh Creek State Park

675 Park Road Downingtown, PA 19335-1898 (610) 458-5119

Marsh Creek State Park is in the rolling hills of north central Chester County. The 1,727-acre park contains the 535-acre Marsh Creek Lake, which is a wonderful resource for fishing, sailing, and migrating waterfowl. The 535-acre Marsh Creek Lake has two boat launch areas and…

Nottingham County Park

150 Park Road Nottingham, PA 19362-9104 (610) 344-5656

The 731-acre park sits atop an outcropping of serpentine stone greater then one square mile in size – one of the largest serpentine barrens on the East Coast. It features former feldspar and serpentine quarries, and numerous former chromite ore mines.  Serpentine, a geological outcrop…

Struble Trail

Rt 2828 & Norwood Road Downingtown, PA 19335 (610) 344-5656

Struble Trail, with 2.6 miles currently open, follows the East Branch of the Brandywine Creek as it flows towards Downingtown. Sitting on the original rail bed of the Waynesburg Rail Line, the trail is generally flat, and although some undulations occur, the terrain is considered…

The Mill at Anselma Preservation and Educational Trust

1730 Conestoga Road, Route 401 Chester Springs, PA 19425 (610) 827-1900

The Mill at Anselma is a rare historic site that offers a memorable setting of pre-colonial through early 20th century buildings and a mature seasonal landscape highlighting the evolution of industry. It is perfect for an outdoor wedding or event for up to 150 people.…

The Schuylkill River Trail

198 Mowere Road Phoenixville, PA 19460

Welcome to the Schuylkill River Trail, a multi-use trail in Southeastern Pennsylvania with a projected length of almost 130 miles. There are currently over 60 miles complete in sections, including a 30-plus mile stretch from Philadelphia to Parkerford. The trail breaks off in Parkerford and…

Valley Forge National Historical Park

1000 North Outer Line Drive, Rte 23 & N. Gulph Road King of Prussia, PA 19406-1009 (610) 783-1099

Valley Forge National Historical Park is nationally significant as the site of the 1777-78 winter encampment of the Continental Army under General George Washington. Few places evoke the spirit of patriotism and independence, represent individual and collective sacrifice, or demonstrate the resolve, tenacity and determination…

Warwick County Park

191 County Park Road Pottstown, PA 19465 (610) 344-5656

Hardwood forests, meadows, wetlands, and the French Creek are all jewels within Warwick Park’s 535 acres. Warwick offers numerous trails and meadows that offer bountiful opportunities for hiking, biking, bird watching or bring your horse to ride.  In the 18th and 19th centuries, Warwick’s woodlands provided much of…

Wolf’s Hollow County Park

1399 Schoff Road Atglen, PA 19310 (610) 344-5656

The 569 acre park lies along the uppermost reaches of the Octoraro Creek and the south rise of the broadening Great Chester Valley. These natural features provide beautiful bluffs where visitors can overlook the creek and glades of Mountain Laurel. Nearly ten miles of trails…