Little Red Barn Campground

Quakertown campers will want to visit the state park next door, Nockamixon State Park. This park sits on the edge of 1,400-acre Lake Nockamixon and consists of over 5,000 acres of rolling hills and lush woodlands. The lake is ideal for watersports such as boating and fishing. Anglers will love this popular fishing spot, and common catches include a variety of bass, catfish, carp, and more. Swimming is not allowed in the lake; however, there is a swimming pool on-site. If you'd prefer to stay dry, there are several hiking trails that range from under a mile to over five miles in length, leading through fields, woods, and by the lake. During your hike, watch out for some of the 250 different bird species that frequent the park, such as ducks, geese, and grebes. Alternatively, you may want to explore one of the nearby historic parks. The Delaware Canal State Park covers a 60-mile-long stretch of the Delaware River, following the length of the historic Delaware Canal. The park is ideal for hikers looking for a long riverside trek. Along the path, you may see bird watchers on the lookout for some of the 150 different species that visit the area, including heron, osprey, and bald eagles. Boating is excellent along the river, and 11 small islands can be explored by small watercraft. Fishing is another favorite pastime, and anglers can expect to find bass, American shad, and walleye in these waters. If you're looking for green space to enjoy close to the center of Philadelphia, consider a trip to Evansburg State Park. Offering much-needed respite from bustling downtown Philadelphia, this state park consists mainly of old pastures and meadows. European settlers once lived in the area, and the remnants of their old mill can still be seen. Hikers can explore the six miles of trails that lead by these old ruins and through surrounding fields. These grasslands are ideal for spotting local wildlife such as rabbits and deer; however, keep on the lookout for poison ivy, which is abundant in the park.