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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VISTA Escape: 20 Must-See Sites and Scenes to Fully Experience Valley Forge National Historical Park
Living in Chester County, one of the best gateways we have to the outdoors is Valley Forge National Historical Park. It’s practically in everyone’s backyards,…
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Chester County Breaks Ground on Schuylkill River Trail Extension
Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline were joined by partners from PennDOT, the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission, Schuylkill River Greenways,…
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Critical Link Between Chester, Montgomery Counties on Schuylkill River Trail Completed
The Mont Clare Bridge Trail Connection, a critical link between Montgomery and Chester counties on the Schuylkill River Trail, has been completed and is now…
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Three Spots in Chester County Among State’s Best Places to Enjoy Tail-End of Fall Foliage Season
With plenty of trees already shedding their colorful coats across the state, Chester County remains one of the best places in Pennsylvania to enjoy the…
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Wheels Now in Motion to Finish Missing Stretch of Schuylkill River Trail in Chester County
The missing section of the Schuylkill River Trail that spans roughly five miles in Chester and Montgomery counties will be completed by 2020, writes Jim…
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Phoenixville’s Sly Fox Brewery Releases This Year’s Schuylkill River Trail Ale
The moment lovers of good ale have been anticipating is finally here, as Phoenixville’s Sly Fox Brewery released its seasonal SRT Ale on Earth Day,…
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Phoenixville’s Sly Fox Brewery Recognized for Its Love of the Schuylkill River Trail
Trail Angels are unknown hikers or people who live along a trail and leave help for weary thru-hikers in the form of food, water, or…
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Destination Chesco: Schuylkill River Trail & Lock 60
By Rachel Stevenson We escape from our busy lives for many reasons. To find time to ourselves. To get away from our kids. To refocus…
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Bike and Pedestrian Friendliness Are Big Factors for Home Marketability Even Beyond Cities
Studies by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Urban Land Institute put walking and bicycling atop the list of alternatives to the automobile. Therefore, it…
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Sly Fox Brewery to Celebrate its New ‘Ale for the Trail’ Release in Style
To celebrate the release of its newest batch of Schuylkill River Trail Ale, the Sly Fox Brewery is organizing a ‘Spreekend’ of trail cleanups and…
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New 50K Relay to Showcase Schuylkill River Trail
The race to experience America’s best urban recreational trail is coming this April with a monumental 50K relay capped by a refreshing conclusion provided by…
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Schuylkill River Trail, Voted Best In America, Now Open From Philly To Phoenixville
The last roadblock on the Schuylkill River Trail was moved out of the way last week, just in time for a stampede of attention unleashed by…
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