If you’re new to the neighborhood,
you may not know that there are many outdoor recreational areas and
parks near Morrisville where you can experience Mother Nature. Or
if you’re a long-time resident who enjoys jogging, you may find
that your daily exercise routine is in need of a change in scenery,
and might want to check out a park that you had not previously
known about. Whatever the source of your interest in local parks
and outdoor spaces, the following list highlights many options
throughout the area.
The D&L Trail is a multi-use trail that extends from
Bristol to Easton and contains several smaller pathways, including
the Lehigh Canal South, the Lehigh Canal North, and the Lehigh Gorge State Park Trail. Historic in
nature, the D&L follows the 165-mile route that mine workers
would use to transport coal from mine to market, and winds down
mountains, through towns, and along remnants of the Delaware and
Lehigh canals. Here, bicyclists, hikers, walkers, and others are
exposed to some of Pennsylvania’s finest flora, fauna, waterfalls,
and wetlands.
Williamson Park is one of the most
popular parks near Morrisville. Here, visitors can enjoy soccer
fields, baseball diamonds, tennis and basketball courts, playground
equipment, picnic areas, and plenty of open space to have fun. Pet
owners with canine friends are welcome to bring their dogs to the
park as well, under the condition that the pet remains
leashed.
In 2010, the local government
announced development of the Morrisville Riverfront Preserve, an 8.8 acre
naturalized riparian preserve along the Delaware waterfront. Today,
the preserve is a quiet place of nature for kayakers, hikers, bird
watchers, and fishermen. As an added bonus, riverfront restoration
has improved land, water, and air quality, as well as provided
improved floodplain function. In addition to improving the local
environment, the preserve provides the opportunity for public
education regarding the value of natural waterfront
habitats.
Other natural reserves located
within 40 miles of Morrisville include the Manasquan River State
Wildlife Management Area, the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
Wilderness, and Swan Point State Natural Area.
While Morrisville is not a large city, fans of hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation will not go wanting in this town. However, should you find that these amenities no longer meet your needs, there are many other parks near Morrisville that you can visit. In fact, just over the Trenton Bridge, you will find several other parks to visit, including Mill Hill Park, Spring Street Park, and Pat Pone Park.
