Pro
great scenery, nice hike
Con
Crowds of people.
In a nutshell
A must see for someone looking for something to do on a weekend on the NorthEast
We stopped by the Tom X inn on our way home. They were having a big party with live music and a wood carver who used a chainsaw to make animals, in this case an eagle, out of a huge log. The party was outside with a big buffet and Coors and Birch Beer on tap. We only stopped in for a minute to have a birch beer and sit by the lake. But the staff was very friendly and our time spent there was enjoyable.
Written May 30, 2004
Here are some directions taken from the Bushkill Falls Website
From New York City and Northern New Jersey:
Interstate 80 to Exit 309, Rt. 209 north.
Turn left onto Bushkill Falls Road at the blinking light in Bushkill, PA.
From New England and Northeastern Pennsylvania:
Interstate 84 to Rt. 209 south.
Turn right onto Bushkill Falls Road at the blinking light in Bushkill, PA.
From Philadelphia:
North East Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike north to Exit 33.
Travel Rt. 22 east to Rt. 33.
North on Rt. 33 to Interstate 80.
East on I-80 to Exit 309. Rt. 209 north.
Turn left onto Bushkill Falls Road at the blinking light in Bushkill, PA.
From Central New Jersey:
Interstate 78 into Rt. 33 north.
Follow the directions from Philadelphia.
Written May 21, 2004
Phone: 1-888-628-7454
Website: http://www.visitbushkillfalls.com/
Please remember that Bushkill Falls is a natural place to be enjoyed by everyone. Please do not litter! There is no need to, there are trash receptacles along the trail, so you won't have to carry anything for TOO long. Please keep the park as beautiful as you found it.
Also, and I can't believe I even have to write this, but I saw some kids doing just this when I was there. Please do not deface the trees or rocks with carvings and graffitti. If this is your "thing" then you're in the wrong place. So get out!
Updated May 19, 2004
On your way to Bushkill Falls, there are signs pointing you in the direction of Resica Falls. Do not be fooled! (as I was) This is not the name of another beautiful park, It's the name of a town and a boy scout camp! There is nothing to do there, but at least the ride was pretty.
Updated May 30, 2004
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: good hiking shoes or boots. For the easier trails, sneakers would probably do.
Photo Equipment: Lots of photo equipment! We brought 2 cameras, about 6 lenses (don't forget your wide angle!) Film or media cards, ND filters and a TRIPOD!
Miscellaneous: Bugspray would be a good idea, I forgot ours but luckily had not one bite on me!
Updated May 19, 2004
The views of the nearby Delaware Valley can be spectacular. This view was taken from the Bushkill Falls park.
Written Aug 26, 2002
Besides the great hiking trails, Bushkill Falls also offers paddle boat rentals and mini golf on the property. The paddle boats are located right near the entrance of the park. We did this on our first trip here. I beleive you rent them for about a half hour. It wasn't more than $10.
The mini golf we did not try. It's located behind the Paddle boat pond. Ask at the front desk for rates.
Equipment: Everything is provided
Updated May 19, 2004
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