Bushkill Falls
- January 18, 2006
- Rated 4 of 5 by
pokey8001 from Newark, New Jersey
Referring to the Bushkill Falls as a "natural wonder" may seem odd, as it is man-made, but I still suggest it as a great destination for nature lovers. The trails are extensive and the falls are very nice and big (perhaps not Niagara big, but still impressive). Apparently I visited at a good time. Late fall and early spring are the best times to visit--that's when the falls have the most water (during the summer, the heat lowers water levels, and during the winter, some of the feeder streams frost over, plus the trails become treacherous). The handrails and the steps for the trails are made from roughly hewn lumber (much of which comes from trees that have fallen down during winter storms, so the whole place has a conservationist vibe). Although the admission price is $8, if you visit when the weather's nice, you can end up spending the entire day wandering the trails. There is small pond and paddle boats out front for kids.
From journal Bushkill Falls