Make a day of outdoor fun in Bucks with this list of activities! Go on a scavenger hunt for the covered bridges, see a drive-in movie, or motivate yourself to go on a hike. Enjoy the early fall weather outside while you can and check some of Bucks' activities off your bucket list!

Your Guide to Hiking and Biking in Bucks

Whether you're a beginner, dabble in hiking or biking, or are an expert, there are trails for you in your county. Let us lay it out for you based on skill level and popular trails so you can pick which adventure is best for you!

Beginner Friendly

The Beloved Delaware Canal Towpath

Walk on the flat and easy towpath through Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties to explore the area around you! The towpath is 60 miles in length and is pet friendly. It's the perfect start for a beginner for an easy stroll, run, and bike ride.

Ringing Rocks Ramble

This is an easy .8-mile loop near Upper Black Eddy and takes about 21 minutes to finish. Where does it get its name from? Glad you asked. The seven-acre field is known as rining rocks because of the sounds that the rocks make when struck by a hammer. Be sure to check out this gem on a nice day and bring a hammer!

Lake Towhee Park

Explore this 549-acre park with family and friends on a walk, bike ride, or run! The park also offers a baseball field, boating, fishing, picnicking, and more. Take the afternoon to have a friendly game of ball and have a sunset picnic through the evening after an active day.

For the View

Ralph Stover State Park – High Rocks Trail

If you enjoy hiking for a view, you've found the right place. The high rocks trail connects two parks, Ralph Stover and Tohickon Valley Park. The trail is 2.7 miles and takes about 90 minutes to complete. Take in the view of the Tohickon Creek and look out for whitewater kayakers as they race down the creek.

Silver Lake Nature Center and Park

This park with about 4.5 miles of nature trails features a gem of a lake to take in throughout your time. All trails are easy to navigate and are perfect for beginners. For an unbeatable view of the lake, stick to the trail along it to find an observation deck overlooking the water. Stay here for the day in Bristol Township and take in the view!

Covered Bridge Hunt

Did you know that Bucks has 12 covered bridges spread throughout the county? Yes, we do and you should make an adventure out of it! Here are a few to add to your list.

Two for One

1. Loux Covered Bridge
2. Cabin Run Covered Bridge

On the east side of Bucks, there are two covered bridges in Pipersville conveniently 2.1 miles from each other! There is the Van Sandt covered bridge and the Loux covered bridge. Knock 2 bridges off your list right away and while you're in the area, stop for a bite to eat or a drink at the Plumsteadville Inn for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Quakertown

Visit the Sheard's covered bridge located on the ironically-named Covered Bridge Road. Drive to explore it on a Friday or Saturday to also catch the notable and year-round Quakertown Farmer's Market. With over 500 vendors, it will help you make a day out of it!

Hike and a Bridge for View

Tyler's State Park has a covered bridge of its own located within the park! Go for a hike throughout the park, rent boats, or go for a swim, and venture to the large covered bridge. It's a great photo opt spot! Famished after a long day? Go into town for a meal from one of the several delicious restaurants. Check out our local flavor guide for recommendations around Bucks!

Grab the Popcorn! Bucks Outdoor Movies to Attend

Peddler's Village

Routes 202 & 263 Lahaska, Bucks County, Pa 18931

215-794-4000

Peddler's Village is scheduled to host several outdoor movies this fall as a way to say thank you to the local community for supporting the village year-round. The upcoming screenings include “The Wizard of Oz”, “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”, and “Hocus Pocus.”

Movies at the Mercer Museum

84 South Pine Street, Doylestown, Pa 18901

215-345-0210

On every third Thursday of the month, The Mercer Museum partnered with The Moving Picture Cinema, will be presenting family-friendly movies. Bring your blankets, snacks, lawn chairs, and come enjoy the series on the green of the museum. Upcoming showings include “Legally Blonde” and “Labyrinth.”

Off the Beaten Track

Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre

4540 Shankweiler Road, Orefield, Pa 18069

610-481-0800

Make the trip to Lehigh County for America's oldest drive-in theatre! Shankweiler's is on its 89th consecutive season and invites you to join them for a two-feature screening for one price on the weekends. Visit their website to see the showings of the weekend! Tickets are only available at the box office for purchase: $12 for adults, $8 for children 12 & under, and free for children ages 2 years & under. Don't miss the drive-in movie magic!