Peace Valley Nature Center is a magical place in every season. In the winter, the trails and surrounding hills are covered with virgin snow and winter wildlife. Peace Valley is one of the most beautiful nature centers in the area, attracting visitors from around the region. Come to discover nature - and yourself. Explore the exciting programs, activities and events at Peace Valley Nature Center! We are an environmental education center and sanctuary dedicated to ignite passion, curiosity and respect for the natural world through educational opportunities for people of all ages.
Nature Camps Button. Education Button. Explore Button. Special Events Button. There are several ways of getting to Peace Valley Nature Center. Connect With Nature. I learned that wetlands can be very dry. I saw a snake it was cool. I also had a great time learning about plants than make a wetland a wetland. The last thing I learned was that this was a great field trip! My granddaughters had so much fun making bird treats and hanging garland treats for the birds outside.
The staff is so friendly and helpful. It turns out it is 7. The websites out there need to update the mileage. It was a very hot day today and could have used more water. Really enjoyed the views and plenty of stops and bathrooms if they would be needed!! Really liked the day!! From a recumbent trike's perspective with a full suspension, the trail is easy But only takes a few obnoxious runners. Description: From the nature center parking lot, going clockwise, first obstacle are 2 sets of cement barriers on the bridge.
A trike will get through, but recommend reduced speed to be sure. After that, the trail is paved but bumpy until you reach the parking lot on Creek Road; about a mile of this. At the parking lot veer to the right; this is new stretch of trail, that prevents riding on the road. Total loop is a little over 6 miles. Beautiful paved trail all the way around the lake with nice visitor's center with bathroom facilities.
Several parking lots around the lake, some paved some gravel. Great place to ride when you don't want to ride on the road and other mixed surface trails are sloppy. Doylestown Bike Trail network connects to this trail with only one very small road section. We did a 30 mile all paved trail ride with ft of climbing. Bring your climbing legs since this is NOT a flat trail. Also, lots of foot traffic around the lake so go early or out of season. On a warm day in January was amazed at number of people on the trail so can't image how busy it gets in season!
Perfect for road or gravel bikes. The trail now goes all of the way around New Galena Lake. It is 6 miles - much of it newly replaced and you no longer have to go on the road at all. Love peace valley! Gorgeous views! The parking area where we started had no signs or maps of the trail, we saw another biker and she told us we were on the trail and that it did loop around the lake with a short road section.
Turns or intersections were not marked especially when it came to the road section. Most of the trail has significant washboarding, very bumpy ride.
The scenery is great, that earned the stars. Also, the porta-potty at the parking area was one of the worst I've ever been in and as a frequent trail rider 58 so far this year that's saying a lot. Family's first trail ride and it couldn't have been a more perfect day! The scenery around the trail is beautiful and the length was perfect for my 9 year old. There are a few hills which were difficult for her to get up fare warning for people with children but other than that, wonderful and highly recommended.
I just made the loop at Peace Valley Park. Beautiful scenary, but the path is old and narrow and broken up. When you pass by walkers there are many , it is difficult to navigate. The cardio part is good! Along with a running trail, the park boasts 14 miles of nature trails in the woods and meadows at the eastern end of Lake Galena.
From a running standpoint this area offers a 6 mile loop around the lake. However my GPS read 6. Overall it was a very nice and scenic 6 miles. For the majority of the 6 miles the paths were open and allowed running on both sides without any issues. There is a stretch where the running trail ends and you are required to run on an active road in order to finish the loop. Unfortunately there is no paved area or sidewalk for runners so this part can be a bit dangerous.
A portion of this road is a one way so it is not a heavy traffic area, but there are cars driving there none the less. One area I did enjoy about the running trail was the warning of hill increases and decreases as you approached them. It is something I had never scene before so for me this was new.
Of course I would have ran the hills whether or not these warning signs were here, but it was good to know what you were in store for.
On the running trail there were a few amenities along the way. For example there were a few park benches if you want to take a seat or there were a few portable toilets if the urge hits you.
Outside of the running trail there are a few other areas to explore here. I passed a boat rental where it looked like you could rent a kayak, small sailing boat or canoe.
I also saw a few trails that went off into the woods for some hiking. As I mentioned above, there are 14 miles of hiking trails at this park, so if you are looking for a good hike you can find it here.
Overall this running trail is a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. I enjoy a good run around the Schuylkill, but if you are looking for a truly scenic run this trail is worth the trip. Thought I would try this one out while in the area. Not suitable for bikes. Too narrow, asphalt is chewed up, and too crowded. Would be nice for walking. This is not a converted rail-trail, but rather a paved path around a small lake in a town park.
Apparently very popular with the local community, as the path was pretty well congested the day after Christmas. It's a fine park and lake for the local community, but not someplace to go to ride a bike on a trail. Even the locals don't bring their bikes. You can definitely ride the path, but you will be going slow and dodging a lot of walkers along the way. If you do bring your bike, do NOT expect to ride the road at the north end to complete the loop. Others have commented that you can complete the circle by jumping on the road at the northern end where the trail ends.
You can, but you take your life in your hands. Along the mile or two of road there is NO shoulder on much of the road. Kayak rentals are off the charts with groups large and small spending hours exploring Lake Galena. Staff is getting a workout hiking to the end of the dock assisting boaters and kayakers get on and off the water safely.
This has been a great opportunity to introduce young and old alike to the world of boating and fishing we all enjoy so much. Stay safe out there as we see you on the water! The unglaciated topography afforded us here in the Driftless Area is an ideal habitat for oak, maple, cherry, ash, elm and hickory trees. Shrubs and vines, both native and invasive, can produce a color palate unequaled.
Brilliant gold and yellow, deep reds and purple, ambers, browns and green that will hold on to until the end of the season. Nowhere can the beauty of this spectacle be better taken in than here on Lake Galena. Join us throughout October as we are open 8 a. Need a boat during the week? Call the main office at or send an email, sbirkbeck thegalenaterritory. Boating and fishing increased during summer It's been a challenge this boating season keeping our fleet clean and operational.
With fewer options for quality, safe entertainment, many people have taken to spending time on the water. Both boating and fishing activity have exploded to the point that boats and parts are hard to find. Tackle to restock Bait Shop shelves is nearly impossible to find. Thanks to staff members and patrons alike for their patience as we work toward the common goal of doing something, anything, safely and enjoying life a little in the process.
Boats must be removed by Nov. We can pull your boat out, winterize the motor, shrink wrap and store your boat at the Marina. Make arrangements by calling All boats must be removed from the lake by Nov. Shoreline erosion control practices Preparations are underway to facilitate the recommended shoreline erosion control practices.
Substantial repairs will be made to the south shore across from the Marina. This steep bank has suffered from exposure due to constant wave action created by predominantly northwesterly winds and continual boater action.
A band of Rip-Rap, slightly above and below the waterline, will reduce the impact of future wave action and provide a solid base for bank stabilization. Georgia and Shelbyville cubes have been used extensively over the last few years with great success. There is every indication that panfish and sportfish anglers who have located these structures have not been able to keep their line in the water for any length of time without having to remove a fish.
Keep up the good work LMEC! So, we look forward to hosting some tournaments the old-fashioned way, and offering other events virtually as we move into the future. As always, look for the positives and they will appear. See you on the water! The good news: Many people are discovering the great outdoors and all The Galena Territory and Lake Galena have to offer.
We continue to see a great deal of activity this fall and anticipate more as people stop to take advantage of our discounted pontoon rentals or grab a couple of kayaks and just go for a float.
We can help by pulling your boat from the water, winterizing your motor, and shrink wrapping your boat. Just call Dixie Birkbeck at , ext. Please remember all boats must be out of the water by Dec. Thank you for patience, support Despite the overwhelming rush of patrons and visitors to the Marina, everyone has been a joy to work with this season. Thank you all for your patience and understanding as we navigate the unexplored waters we are in now and those on the horizon we are sailing toward.
LMEC has been hard at work this summer. Collection of creel census data, electrofishing surveys and construction and deployment of fish structure have been a huge challenge this year as we work to aggressively manage and improve our fishery in a safe and efficient manner.
Lake cleanup, fishing contests, fish stocking, paddle sports and educational events require a lot of planning and work to be successful. Dredging, shoreline erosion control, streambank stabilization and water quality testing are all topics discussed and acted upon regularly to maintain and improve Lake Galena. Thanks to all the wonderful, diverse members of LMEC who devote time and sweat to make it among the most beautiful and productive lakes in the Midwest. Cast a line With winter fast approaching, you may want to take a few minutes to drop by and cast a line in the morning mist before the heavy frost sets in.
The bass are filling their bellies in anticipation of long cold nights ahead. Three daylight runs provided great data to compare with sampling from years past.
Night sampling gave us a look at different fish in different locations, valuable information we need to move forward with our fishery management plan. The quantity, quality and variety of fish indicate our fishery is in spectacular shape.
We collected yellow perch, bluegill, black crappie, redear sunfish, tiger muskie, walleye, smallmouth and largemouth bass in daylight and night runs. Night runs resulted in several young of the year walleye and channel catfish, something we never see during daylight collections. All of these sportfish and panfish are represented by many classes indicating we will have a great fishery now and for years to come.
Many largemouth bass were recorded in the 10 to inch range with several well-fed bass in the 90th percentile of the weight to length ratio. The really important information, however, is collected from hundreds of fish under 3-inches in length. These smaller fish we weigh, measure and count all of them are proof that there is adequate recruitment of the next generation and adequate food for the current generation.
The information gathered here and in our creel census survey is instrumental in helping us make the best management decisions possible to keep our fishery among the best in the Midwest. We take pride in having a great balance in our fishery. Having a great sport fishery with trophy tiger muskie, walleye and bass is very difficult to do while maintaining a great panfish fishery. An even more incredible feat, we have solved the problem of maintaining a great smallmouth and largemouth bass population within our limited waters.
All of this is made possible by using the tools that include fish stocking, habitat construction, bathometric mapping, aquatic vegetation management, stream bank stabilization, shoreline erosion control, creel and slot limits, dredging, and lake and stream water monitoring.
There is a cost associated with the use of any of these tools, which can also be a challenge, weighing the cost versus the benefit of each to achieve the desired goal: Big fish and lots of them! Notes and reminders Make sure your boat is out of the water before Dec 1. Fill out your creel surveys, even on the ice. Look for new bluegill creel limits for Trout are back, keep three per day. Ice Fishing contest Jan. And, as always, enjoy the holidays with family and friends.
Stay warm, see you on the ice! New models of ice houses, ice augers, poles, lures, and baits are available to help get the fish on the same side of the ice that you are. This fall marketing campaigns focus on electronic gadgets and very small jigs. Fishing frenzy This unusual summer lead to a fishing frenzy that cleared the Bait Shop shelves of all variety of tackle. Soft, hard, spinner and topwater baits as well as poles, reels, nets and terminal tackle. Some proven effective and other, newer product lines developed to catch your eye and hopefully some fish.
Do you have a product in mind you would like us to carry? Send me an email at sbirkbeck thegalenaterritory.
Remember your proximity cards When you or your guest stop at Lake Galena to enjoy some ice fishing remember to bring your proximity cards, one per person, and have a properly displayed parking pass on your vehicle.
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