Schuylkill River Trail
The Schuylkill River, stretching 135 miles through southeastern Pennsylvania, is a vital waterway with deep historical significance.
Originating near Pottsville, it winds through diverse landscapes before joining the Delaware River in Philadelphia. Once a key transportation route during the Industrial Revolution, the river facilitated the movement of coal and goods, though industrialization also brought significant pollution.
Today, after extensive restoration efforts, the Schuylkill River is cherished for its ecological and recreational value. It serves as a cultural landmark, hosting major rowing events and offering scenic trails, embodying both the region’s industrial heritage and its commitment to environmental stewardship.
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Explore BUCKSCO Today’s archive of 15+ posts about the Schuylkill River.
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How to Run and Bike on Montco’s Section of the Schuylkill River Trail after Hurricane Ida
Hurricane Ida left the popular Schuylkill River Trail underwater, and while the floodwaters have been drained in the past ten…
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Toll Brothers Opens New Urban-inspired Luxury Townhome Community in King of Prussia
Overlook at Town Center, the Toll Brothers’ new urban-inspired luxury townhome community in King of Prussia, is now open for…
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MONTCO Escape: 20 Must-See Sites and Scenes to Fully Experience Valley Forge National Historical Park
Living in Montgomery County, one of the best gateways we have to the outdoors is Valley Forge National Historical Park.…
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Schuylkill River Trail Ranks High Among USA Today 10 Best Riverwalks
Schuylkill River Trail is one of the nation’s ten greatest riverwalks, according to the new ranking recently published by USA…
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Critical Link Between Chesco and Montco On Schuylkill River Trail Completed
Mont Clare Bridge Trail Connection, a critical link between Montgomery and Chester counties on the Schuylkill River Trail, has been…
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Budget Friendly Fall Activities in Montgomery County
With the cooler temperatures of fall finally here, it’s the perfect time for some outdoor budget-friendly fun. Go on a…
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Philadelphia Magazine: Three Montco Craft Breweries to Visit by Cycling
With cycling popularity on the rise due to COVID-19, a plethora of bike trails across the Philadelphia Area, and plenty…
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Take a Bike Tour Through Valley Forge National Historical Park
Thousands of cyclists ride past the heart of Valley Forge National Park on the Schuylkill River Trail everyday, but only…
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Montco’s Thriving Biking Culture Take Center Stage in New VFTCB Video with County Commissioner Lawrence
Montgomery County’s thriving biking culture and abundance of trails take center stage in the new Valley Forge Tourism & Convention…
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Montco Explorer: Let’s Take This Outside!
By Rachel Riley Valley Forge and Montgomery County, PA are adding to a growing list of reasons to get outdoors.…
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Proposed Schuylkill River Trail Extension Would Create Uninterrupted Trail from Valley Forge to Philly’s Bartram’s Garden
The new, $43 million proposed extension of the Schuylkill River Trail would include a bridge with a scenic overlook and…
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Trails in Montgomery County Receive $18M Injection, Will Connect Exton to Philadelphia
Seven trail projects in Montgomery County that aim to provide an almost unbroken path from Exton to Philadelphia have received…
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Schuylkill River Trail To Finally Get Bike Fix-It Stations
The new bike fix-it stations that are going to be installed along Schuylkill River Trail will make the lives of…
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Make a grave difference at Edgewood Cemetery: 2nd annual fall clean up
Edgewood Cemetery’s small, all-volunteer board, which serves as a “Friends of the Cemetery” organization for the Edgewood Historic Cemetery, Inc.…
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‘Trails on Tap’ in Royersford this week, Norristown next
Pop-up beer gardens are not a new phenomenon, but when you find one on a walking trail, the idea takes…
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Rails to Trails is connecting America one step at a time
With summer on the way, families are looking for more activities they can enjoy together outdoors. A great way to…
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What are you doing this weekend?
This week in Montgomery County brings a new batch of exciting new events. From Sly Fox’s annual can jam festival…
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Schuylkill River Sojourn to celebrate 20 years of paddling the river
When the first Schuylkill River Sojourn launched in 1999, most participants had canoes, and paddling on the river was a…
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