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Neshaminy State Park
A tidal estuary along the banks of Neshaminy Creek, more than 100 miles upriver from the Delaware Bay
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Sunset at Neshaminy State Park, with the Philadelphia Skyline in the distance
Photo by R. Kennedy
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Outsider Tip
The River Walk Trail offers an incredible view of the Philadelphia skyline from Logan Point, which gets its name from James Logan, the colonial secretary to Pennsylvania's founder William Penn.
A major portion of what is now Neshaminy State Park was Logan's old estate, "Sarobia," a gift to the Commonwealth by Robert Logan upon his death in 1956.
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The ocean’s tides show themselves here, where the fresh waters of Neshaminy Creek meet the Delaware River. Salty ocean waters, pushing 100 miles upstream, create a tidal estuary.
If you’ve got a boat, you can launch it here at the full service marina, and you might want to bring your fishing gear. Swimming is not permitted in the river, but there’s a large pool and spray fountains for hot summer days. Meanwhile, two picnic areas are great spots for a group gathering.
There's also great hiking — four miles of it. If the wooded trails that wind through the 330-acre park are too much for you, stick to Logan Walk, a paved drive to the mansion that once occupied this site.
COME PREPARED
Logan Walk is paved and handicapped accessible. Picnic pavilions may be reserved up to 11 months in advance, otherwise they’re free on a first-come, first-served basis.
The park closes at sunset, alcoholic beverages are prohibited and pets must be leashed.
DON'T MISS
The Playmasters Theatre Workshop, located in The Playhouse on State Road, offers entertainment throughout the year. A schedule of shows is available by contacting the Playmasters at (215) 245-7850.
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