Ralph Stover State Park — Attraction in Plumstead Township

We usually hike the high rocks but my son wanted to go down to Tohickon creek and see it up close. A perfect fall morning with the lot to ourselves except for one person fishing. There is a porta potty and a pavilion with picnic tables. There are picnic tables scattered around the creek as well. We walked under the bridge and up the creek as far as the path will allow. I was surprised that there aren’t better or more hiking trails along the creek. At least none we could find off the lot. My son was anxious to cross the bridge so we took the road uphill past the privacy signs for the residential homes and turned off onto the white trail to get into the woods. It can be mucky around the creek and the white trail has a decent drop off to the one side, I recommend good hiking shoes and water. You can walk the trail for quite some time and the road is uphill until you reach it. We never hike without extra water for us and the dogs, a compass, first aide kit and bear spray. Just saying, best to be prepared and teach your kids now to do it right! It’s because of these hikes my son longs to be in the woods and to see the beauty around...

Great park for walking, hiking and climbing. 3 trails seem to follow the contour of the area in high rocks, one path hugs the edge of the cliffs, one about 10 yards from the cliff edge and finally a path about 30 yards from the cliff edge. Each path seems to have its own level of difficulty. The lower portion of the park has foot paths that travel along the Tohickon creek and the entire park has fantastic veiws. The park has a long history in Bucks County, from the Native Americans in pre colonial times to the Stover family that ran the mill on the creek. During the Revolutionary war the caves in the area were hiding places for the notorious Doan family/gang that were known to be loyal to the British. The views from the high rock portion of the park are spectacular and provide recreation for novice to professional rock climbers. For those not looking for hike and just want to see the views may want to drive to the north side of the park and park on Tory rd. Those looking for a nice walk and rewarding hike should park at the main park entrance and walk over the bridge then north to the trails...

Ralph Stover Pennsylvania State Park is an exquisite place to spend a day! The park offers some difficult rock climbing spots with a great view. For hikers, there are several trails weaving through the deciduous forest. I personally love identifying wildlife, and this place is abundant with plants, fungi, birds, aquatic insects, and animals to get to know. Parking is easy, but keep in mind that the park is only open from dawn to dusk. You can go whitewater rafting here. Drone flying seems allowed. Picnic spots are available.

The park isn't far from the many beautiful river towns found along the Delaware river on both the New Jersey and Pennsylvania sides. A night out to a dinner spot shouldn't be hard to organize once you get your day's adventure in at...