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| State Park Overview: |
 | Tyler State Park consists of 1,711 acres in Bucks County. Park roads, trails, and facilities are carefully nestled within the original farm and woodland setting. Neshaminy Creek meanders through the park, dividing the land into several interesting sections. |
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Great Big Park
Horse trails, playgrounds, fishing, canoes for rents. Great trails for hiking and riding bikes. (paved & dirt) lots of picnic nooks
Also has the covered bridge
Written by Jenn
29-Apr-2008
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Do not ride the horses
My husband and I were very disappointed with our experience at Tyler Park Stables. Upon our arrival, the girls who work there were using foul language and seemed disgruntled. We tried to make the best of it as we left for our trail ride, but our guide had a lot of trouble with her horse. She said she had never riden that horse before; the horse gave her a lot of trouble. At one point, the horse walked off the trail into the brush and the guide fell off! We waited for her to get back on and spent a good while being patient as she tried to get the horse to move. When we returned to the stable, the older woman there was angry that we had been out for over an hour, and told us we had to pay more money!! She was extremely rude. We will not return there.
Written by djg
10-May-2008
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Loved the ride!
We had absolutely wonderful time past weekend riding horses at Tyler Park Stable. Our guide, Donna, was very knowledgeable and caring. She made sure that everybody knew what to do and enjoyed their ride. If someone (newbie?s) had a bit trouble with navigating their horse, she would be over right away with a help. We rode about 20 min over an hour (since couple of people were new to this and took extra time to get on going) but no one charged us extra. Trails were really nice and we enjoyed sight seeing though the park as well. My daughter rode a pony with us and she can?t stop talking how much fun she had.
Highly recommend!
Written by Nat
5-Aug-2008
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| Trails: |
| Bicycle:
If you?re riding a bicycle, remember that nearly all of the trails on the west side of the creek are hilly. Slow down and use caution on hills and around curves. Bicycle usage is permitted only on the designated (see map) asphalt surfaces.
The bicycle trails are named at each intersection. Most of the bicycle trails are over eight feet wide, paved and designed for easy two-way travel. The asphalt trails are multiple-use trails. Be a courteous and safe bicycle rider.
Picnic tables are along the bicycle trails for rest stops.
Please stay alert for horseback riders when hiking on the equestrian trails.
Horseback Riding:
Riders enjoy many miles of dirt trails on both sides of Neshaminy Creek. Please stay on established trails that are marked with equestrian symbol marker posts. Horseback riding is not permitted in the picnic areas.
Parking for horse trailers is near Number One Lane Trail in the large parking lot across from the craft center. Limited additional parking is available in the lot on PA 332 across from Spring Garden Mill, and at the Schofield Ford Covered Bridge parking lot off of Swamp Road.
Hiking:
Hikers are permitted on all trails. Gravel hiking trails to the east of Neshaminy Creek link each picnic area. If you want a longer hike, cross over Neshaminy Creek to the west side of the park via the causeway at the center of the park. There you will find most of the park?s bicycle and equestrian trails.
The trails give excellent views of the park and surrounding countryside. You can take a short walk or a long hike covering many miles. Several parking lots near the outer perimeter of the park allow access to remote areas and trails. |
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| Boating: |
| Boating: electric motors only
Neshaminy Creek offers calm, easy boating upstream from the canoe rental. The canoe rental operates daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, weather permitting. |
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| Fishing:
Anglers may fish along the banks of Neshaminy Creek or from a canoe. Warm-water species include sunfish, black crappie, carp, smallmouth bass and other panfish. Neshaminy Creek is also the home of large snapping turtles, eels, frogs, water snakes and muskrats. Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission regulations and seasons apply.
Ice Fishing:
Neshaminy Creek sometimes freezes and ice fishing is permitted on the creek outside of the ice skating area. Ice thickness is not monitored. For your safety, be sure the ice is at least four inches thick and carry safety equipment.
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| History of the Area: |
| Before becoming a state park, the land was owned by Mr. and Mrs. George F. Tyler who purchased the land between 1919 and 1928. Their first purchase was the Solly Farm, currently leased to Hostelling International at the north end of the park. The Solly House served as the Tyler?s country home until the mansion was constructed. The mansion is now a part of the Bucks County Community College.
The Tylers developed one of the finest Ayrshire dairy herds in the county. In addition, they raised poultry, sheep and pigs, and had a stable of about 25 fine riding horses. The productive croplands were mainly used to supply feed for the livestock.
Old original stone dwellings in the park stand as fine examples of early farm dwellings of rural Pennsylvania. Some structures date back to the early 1700s. You may wish to look for the date stone (1775) on the house located by the bicycle trail north of the pedestrian causeway in the center of the park. Ten original farm dwellings are currently being leased as private residences.
The park land was acquired by Project 70 funding and has been developed using funds from Project 500, the Pennsylvania ?Land and Water Conservation and Reclamation Act.? This act has provided for the planning and development of many public outdoor recreation lands including Tyler State Park. The park officially opened on May 25, 1974. |
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| Area Accommodations |
| B&Bs / Inns | | Aaron Burr House Inn of New Hope - This vintage village Victorian inn is a member of the WEDGWOOD COLLECTION and has a AAA/MOBIL rating: EXCELLENT. Across from Lambertville (NJ)and in New Hope's Historic District, ideal for business.
| | York Street House B & B - Gracious 1909 Manor House. Elegant. Comfortable. Antiques. Waterford chandelier. Original master bath. Leaded glass windows. Gourmet candlelight breakfast. Gardens. Sitting porch. Fine art.
| | Maplewood Farm Bed & Breakfast - Neighboring New Hope, Lambertville, Peddler's Village, Doylestown and the scenic Delaware River. Friendly home, relaxing guestrooms, sumptious breakfast, sparkling pool, gardens and bucolic views. |
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| Nature Programs: |
| The park offers environmental education and interpretive programs which explore a wide variety of ecological, historical and environmental topics.
School group programming and teacher workshops can be arranged. Scout, church, civic and private groups can also arrange for special programs. Advanced scheduling for group programming is required.
Programs are available from September through May. For more information, contact the park office. |
| Area Campgrounds | | Whispering Pines Family
1969 Henderson Ave
Washington, PA
(724) 222-9830
| KOA Campgrounds
7 Koa Rd
Washington, PA
(724) 225-7590
| Thousand Trails Regional Ofc
317 Dickinson St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 551-8617
| Camp Diamond Ridge
1965 Deer Run Way
Jamison, PA
(215) 343-6552
| Tips on Trips and Camps
Princeton, NJ
(609) 497-3434
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Reeves Sport Shop
1943 W Chestnut St
Washington, PA
(724) 222-9310
| Ed's Bait
445 Bethlehem Pike
Colmar, PA
(215) 822-7068
| Clayton's Hunting & Fishing
660 Easton Rd
Horsham, PA
(215) 672-6060
| Delaware River Fly Fishing Guide Service
879 Euclid Ave
Warrington, PA
(215) 343-1720
| Center Point Pond Inc
1814 S Valley Forge Rd
Lansdale, PA
(610) 222-9060
| Fly Fishing Shop The
528 Fox Rd
Glenside, PA
(215) 887-1523
| Tanner's Sports Center
2301 York Rd
Jamison, PA
(215) 343-3103
| Blue Water Fishing Tackle Co
1304 Conshohocken Rd # 185
Plymouth Meeting, PA
(610) 270-9620
| Brinkman's Live Bait & Tackle
4999 Linden Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 632-0674
| Mike & Kates Sports Shopp
7492 Oxford Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 745-7740
| Bob's Bait & Tackle
4863 Ridge Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 487-0887
| Sport Master
6301 Ditman St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 331-8836
| Bridesburg Bait & Tackle
2610 Orthodox St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 289-8599
| Al's Rainbow Sporting Goods
2319 S 15th St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 465-7842
| Penn Fishing Tackle
1771 Tomlinson Rd
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 673-3401
| Penn Fishing and Tackle Mfg
3028 W Hunting Park Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 229-9415
| Hartville Fishing Club
3409 Rorer St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 634-0399
| One Shot Hunting N Fishing
1610 Quarry Rd
Lansdale, PA
(215) 855-9448
| Al's Rainbow Sporting Goods
1616 E Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 465-7842
| Bart's Tackle Shop
460 Lovett Ave
Tullytown, PA
(215) 973-0174
| Florence Hardware Store
322 W Front St
Florence, NJ
(609) 499-2895
| Ed's Live Bait and Tackle
900 Haunted Lane
Bensalem, PA
(215) 639-8546
| Bent Creek Preserve
786 Country Ln
Trenton, NJ
(609) 259-9501
| Clover Rod & Gun Club Inc
18 Dover Ave
Trenton, NJ
(609) 883-2408
| Fishing and Hunting Licenses: Division of Fish Game & Wildlife
501 E State St # 3
Trenton, NJ
(609) 292-2965
| Branch Valley Fish & Game Club
1000 N Ridge Rd
Perkasie, PA
(215) 257-1000
| P & S Fishing Tackle
PO Box 2694
Warminster, PA
(215) 285-2672
| Reeves Sport Shop
2650 Park Ave
Washington, PA
(724) 222-9310
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Parasio Hot Springs LLC
495 Easton Rd
Horsham, PA
(215) 441-8600
| Connolly Bove Lodge & Hutz
1220 Market St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 922-7324
| Springhill Suites
430 Plymouth Rd
Plymouth Meeting, PA
(610) 940-0400
| Rising Sun Health Center
500 E Godfrey Ave
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 728-6404
| Hyatt Hotels & Resorts: Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue
200 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 893-1234
| Vaction Showplace Epic Resorts
1923 Franklin Mills Cir
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 501-0245
| Marriott Hotels Resorts Suites: Philadelphia Marriott
1201 Market St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 625-2900
| Sheraton
3549 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA
(215) 387-8000
| Eastern Ski Tours
1810 Byberry Rd
Bensalem, PA
(215) 633-6100
| Lafayette Yard Marriott Hotel
1 W Lafayette St
Trenton, NJ
(609) 421-4000
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| You can reach the park from exits 330 and 331 of the Pennsylvania Turnpike; from Exit 330 follow PA 332 east from Willow Grove through Richboro and from Exit 331 follow US 1 north to I-95. Follow I-95 north to the Newtown/Yardley Exit 49, then drive west on the four-lane bypass around Newtown. The park entrance is at the intersection of Swamp Road and the four-lane bypass. |
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