Schuylkill River Trail
The Schuylkill River, stretching 135 miles through southeastern Pennsylvania, is a vital waterway with deep historical significance.
Originating near Pottsville, it winds through diverse landscapes before joining the Delaware River in Philadelphia. Once a key transportation route during the Industrial Revolution, the river facilitated the movement of coal and goods, though industrialization also brought significant pollution.
Today, after extensive restoration efforts, the Schuylkill River is cherished for its ecological and recreational value. It serves as a cultural landmark, hosting major rowing events and offering scenic trails, embodying both the region’s industrial heritage and its commitment to environmental stewardship.
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Explore BUCKSCO Today’s archive of 15+ posts about the Schuylkill River.
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6 Montgomery County Day Trips That Feel Like a Mini Vacation
A memorable getaway does not require airfare or a hotel reservation. Sometimes a change of scenery and an unhurried meal are enough to make an…
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FloatLab Arrives at Bartram’s Garden: A First-of-Its-Kind Floating Public Space for Philadelphia’s Schuylkill River
A bright yellow disc the size of a backyard swimming pool is floating up the Schuylkill River this week, and it’s about to change how Philadelphians experience the water. …
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A Century-Old Philadelphia Bridge Is Crumbling with No Restoration in Sight
One of Philadelphia’s most architecturally significant bridges is also one of its most neglected, writes Peter Dobrin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Designed by Paul Philippe Cret, the architect…
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This Montgomery County Restaurant Has the Best Waterfront Dining Views
With warm weather and outdoor dining starting to pick up, there’s no better place to sit along a waterfront to enjoy good company, great food,…
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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Creating New Crew Tasked With Maintaining City’s Trails
For the first time ever, Philadelphia will soon have a team of individuals tasked with maintaining the city’s many trails, writes Frank Kummer for The…
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How a Network of Trails Became One of the Region’s Biggest Success Stories
The year 2025 was marked by moments that dominated headlines and conversations nationwide — from TikTok nearly being banned and the viral Coldplay concert clip,…
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500 Miles of Circuit Trails Redefine How Communities Connect Across Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey
On any given weekend, the Schuylkill River Trail hums with life — runners weaving past families on bikes, friends meeting at the water’s edge, and…
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Greystar Plans 205 Apartments at Former King of Prussia Office Site
National apartment developer, Greystar, is eyeing another major project in King of Prussia, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company has filed…
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Phoenixville Named No. 1 Best Small Town to Live in By Travel + Leisure
Renowned travel magazine Travel + Leisure has named Phoenixville the top small town in the U.S. in a recent ranking, write Anne E. Hill and…
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Pottstown Commemorates Memorial Day with Parade and Reflection at Memorial Park
Pottstown will commemorate Memorial Day with a community parade and remembrance ceremony on Monday, May 26. The parade will begin at 10:00 AM on High…
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Philly’s Trail Network Is Growing — but What’s Standing in the Way?
On a Saturday, April 26, people gathered at the foot of the Ben Franklin Bridge — not for a protest or parade, but for a…
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Chester County Town Named One of the Cutest Small Towns in Pennsylvania
A popular town in Chester County was ranked as one of eight of the cutest small towns in Pennsylvania. As the county is blessed with…
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Schuylkill River Trail to Receive Two Major Extensions Thanks to Federal Funding
Nearly $14 million in federal funds will help build two key Schuylkill River Trail extensions, connecting to Manayunk and Passyunk Avenue, writes Frank Kummer for…
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Five Trails in Your Neighborhood to Try Out This Summer
Did you know there are more than 411 miles of trails in the Greater Philadelphia region? That’s right, the Circuit Trails is an expansive network…
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USA TODAY Names Philadelphia ‘Most Walkable City to Visit’ for Second Consecutive Year
For the second consecutive year, Philadelphia has been voted the “Most Walkable City to Visit” in the annual USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards contest. Walkability is a…
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Lions Pride Park, a Roaring Success in Warrington Township, Is Officially a ‘Great Place’ in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA-PA) has cited Warrington Township’s Lions Pride Park as a ‘great place’ in the Commonwealth. The APA-PA…
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Community Support Could Secure $200 Million for Trail Development in Greater Philadelphia
More trails to walk, run, ride, and enjoy could be coming to the Greater Philadelphia region soon, thanks to potential landmark funding from the Delaware…
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One Local Trail Is Among Six Great Bike Trails in Eastern Pennsylvania
The eastern part of the state features several great bike trails that are suitable for all skill levels, including one that Montgomery County residents can…
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