All Ages • All Day Entry • Coming soon!
Grab an all-day pass to a riverfront preserve minutes from downtown New Hope. Explore hardwood ridges, meadow flats, and a riparian corridor that’s rich with birds and wildflowers—details and programming are coming soon.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
All day entry during operating hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to walk moderate distances on uneven surfaces.
Wildlife
History
New Hope is a historic river town with colonial-era roots and a long tradition of river transport and mills; the preserve sits within that landscape of human and natural history.
Conservation
The preserve emphasizes low-impact recreation—stay on marked trails, avoid disturbing vernal pools, and pack out all trash to protect habitat.
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve
All Ages • All Day Entry • Coming soon!
Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve in New Hope, Pennsylvania, is a native-plant preserve offering seasonal programs and guided walks focused on wildflowers and native plant communities.
The preserve presents a rotating schedule of educational experiences including a Preserve Admission option and the Knowing Native Plants series led by naturalist Mary Anne Borge. Series topics cover winter and spring identification, trees and ferns, flowering shrubs, spring ephemerals, invasive species identification, and plant classification to support seasonal learning.
Programs emphasize hands-on observation, seasonal plant recognition, and practical management techniques relevant to gardens and local habitats. Participants receive interpretive guidance from experienced naturalists and benefit from sessions designed for a range of skill levels. Visitors include gardeners, educators, families, and naturalists seeking focused study of Pennsylvania native flora near New Hope.
Sessions provide identification techniques, ecological context, and practical tips for managing invasive species and enhancing native-plant habitat. As a named wildflower preserve, Bowman's Hill documents seasonal highlights and posts program details to help visitors plan hikes, classes, and guided walks. For those seeking informed, naturalist-led exploration of native plants and seasonal wildflower displays, Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve offers specialized classes and thematic walks throughout the year.
Program descriptions list topics such as 'Wildflowers in Winter,' 'Trees in Winter,' 'Spring Ephemerals,' and invasive species management so visitors can choose sessions that match their interests and seasonal timing. Program leaders encourage observation, respectful access, and learning about plant identification and habitat support for local wildlife. Advance registration is recommended when available. Check official program listings.
Location
New Hope, PA
Located in New Hope, Pennsylvania
Tours Offered
10 experiences
Seasonal walks and classes
Lead Naturalist
Mary Anne Borge
Leads multiple seasonal sessions
Seasonal Focus
Winter to Spring
Programs highlight plant seasonality
Choose a seasonal walk or Knowing Native Plants class and reserve your spot for expert-led plant exploration.
Arrive early on weekends
Weekend mornings are busiest; aim for first light to secure parking and quiet trails.
Wear sturdy footwear
Trails include roots, stone walls, and seasonal mud—closed-toe shoes with traction help.
Pack water and snacks
No formal itinerary or on-site concessions are listed—bring hydration for an all-day visit.
Check booking updates
Programming, pricing, and check-in details are listed as coming soon—use the referral link for the latest info.
Sturdy walking shoes
Good traction is useful on dirt paths, stone walls, and occasional muddy sections.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important during long, all-day visits, especially in summer.
Layered clothing
Mornings and evenings can be cool; layers let you adjust to changing weather.
Binoculars or camera
Bring optics for birding and to capture meadow and river views from vantage points.