We made it to OH & got settled in at our campsite right next to a lil pond –

The next day, we were ready to get started exploring this unique park. This park is not one of unspoiled natural space that we (as a country) had the forethought to save – this is a story of renovation & renewal. This area is part of the old canal systems that fueled our country’s migration west before the railroads. And it is a space that was once very polluted – the river has caught fire many times! But due to the hard work of the NPS & many others, much of the natural beauty has been restored. It is also a great place to introduce some very cool historical topics to the kids.

There are also some fun old farms with markets within the park.

The next morning, we took a family bike ride along the Towpath Trail – this was the towpath for the canals boats and includes the remains of several old locks. It runs the full length of the park – we did almost 10 miles of it & both kids did great!

We then took a train ride up to the Canal Exploration Center where they have the last working lock in the park.

Visit to Brandywine Falls –

Finished up our stay with a campfire after dinner –