Delaware River Region
Field Trips

The Energy and Environmental Resource Center is an exciting learning center focused on building a greater understanding of energy, environmental challenges and strategies for balancing energy demand with environmental stewardship.

The Tinicum Rear Range Light, opened in 1880, is still active for navigation on the Delaware River. Tours start at the neoclassical pavilion, where guests ascend the 112 steps to the lantern room.

At Tulpehaking Nature Center, explore the Abbot Marshlands with the center’s guided walks and educational programs for groups. Groups can explore their surroundings during hikes of Mercer Meadows, Baldpate Mountain, and other areas.

The Updike Farmstead, a former working farm, is now a museum including the original farmhouse, wagon shed, corn crib, garage and garden sheds.

Walt Whitman’s home, a National Historic Landmark, where visitors can get a glimpse of the poet’s original letters & personal belongings. Lesson plans available to use in conjunction with a field trip.

Washington Crossing State Park is a 3,575-acre state park which includes the site of George Washington’s crossing of the Delaware at Johnsons Ferry on December 25, 1776.