One of Bucks County’s most popular outdoor paths is a great spot to kickstart your health journey this coming year. Maggie Mancini wrote about the the path for Philly Voice.

Delaware Canal State Park is a very popular outdoor area for Bucks County residents year round. With the new year coming up, the path will be one of several in the state participating in the First Day Hikes on Jan. 1.

Hikers will meet Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in New Hope before converging on the trail.

“First Day Hikes are a great way to start the new year in natural spaces, which we (are) hopeful will continue throughout the year,” said Cindy Adams Dunn, secretary of Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

“These hikes are also a reminder (that) our state parks and forests are open for healthy outdoor adventures in all four seasons. I encourage Pennsylvanians, and those visiting for the holidays, to consider taking a hike and to make time to connect with park staff and like-minded outdoors enthusiasts.” 

Read more about the towpath at Philly Voice.