Nockamixon State Park Misty Morning Sunrise at Nockamixon © Ruth C. Taylor
Amazing colors in Autumn. My favorite Bucks County Lake
Nockamixon State Park © Lucinda Weisberg
Nockamixon State Park Riding the Sunset at Lake Nockamixon © Ruth C. Taylor
A favorite spot of mine to capture sunsets and fisherman in all seasons
Nockamixon State Park © Andrew Buehrle
NOCKAMIXON STATE PARK
NOCKAMIXON STATE PARK
1542 Mountain View Dr.
Quakertown, Pennsylvania18951
Phone: 215-529-7300
Toll Free: 888-727-2757
Reservations: 888-727-2757
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The 5,283-acre Nockamixon State Park surrounds the 1,450-acre Lake Nockamixon. The park?s forests and fields are a large green space in this rapidly developing area. In northern Bucks County, the park also serves Lehigh, Northampton and Philadelphia counties.
History of the Area
The name Nockamixon comes from the American Indian phrase ?nocha-miska-ing? which is Lenni Lenape for ?at the place of soft soil.? Several American Indian sites from the Lenni Lenape Tribe (Delaware) are documented in the park area.
Secretary of the Department of Forests and Water, Dr. Maurice K. Goddard, proposed the park in 1958. The park was developed with the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers plan for development in the Delaware River Basin. Originally known as Tohickon State Park after the principal stream flowing into Lake Nockamixon, it was renamed Nockamixon State Park by the State Geographic Board in 1965. The park officially opened in December of 1973.
Cabins
Located on the south side of Lake Nockamixon, ten modern cabins are available for rentals throughout the year. Each cabin contains a furnished living area, kitchen/dining area, toilet/shower room, two or three bedrooms and are equipped with electric heat. One cabin is accessible.
Swimming
Swimming:
The swimming pool complex includes a one-half acre pool with two water slides and a children's shallow end with fountains, dressing rooms, first aid station and snack bar. The swimming pool is operated by a concession and an admission fee is charged. Seasonal passes are available. Weather permitting, the swimming pool is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day, unless otherwise posted.
Location
Nockamixon State Park is located near Allentown, Ambler and Bethlehem
Nearby Parks
Ralph Stover State Park
High Rocks State Park
Bulls Island State Park
Roosevelt State Park
Graeme State Park
Evansburg State Park
Tyler State Park
Spruce Run Recreation Area
Nature Programs
The park offers environmental education and interpretive programs which explore a wide variety of ecological and environmental topics.
School group programming for all grade levels and teacher workshops can be arranged. Scout, church, civic and private groups can also arrange for special programs. Advanced scheduling for group programming is required.
All programs are available from April to October. For more information, contact the environmental education specialist at the park office.
Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
August 29 by bette t and family
My first time at the park, definately not the last! Clean, kid friendly, and the most beautiful Lake view ive ever seen! wt a great time at my greatgrandaughter, saydies 1st bday party
August 1 The Best Family and get away park ever by Davida Ross
Me and my family have been go to this park to have are family reunion since i was about 10 and now im 25, we love it and now this time i get to bring my husband and daughter to see were i grew up at and how are family enjoyed are selves and Nockamixon State park every year
August 31 one of my favorite by JOSIE
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Ringing Rocks Family Campground
75 Woodland Drive
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Area Fishing Related Businesses
Ed's Bait
445 Bethlehem Pike
Colmar, PA
(215) 822-7068
Angler's Pro Shop
3361 Bethlehem Pike
Souderton, PA
(215) 721-4909
Nockamixon Sport Shop Inc
808 Doylestown Pike
Quakertown, PA
(215) 538-9553
Dave's Sports Ctr Inc
1127 N Easton Rd
Doylestown, PA
(215) 766-8000
Mainstream Outfitters Inc
1121 N Easton Rd
Doylestown, PA
(215) 766-1244
Branch Valley Fish & Game Club
1000 N Ridge Rd
Perkasie, PA
(215) 257-1000
Nestor's Sporting Goods
99 N West End Blvd
Quakertown, PA
(215) 529-0100
Northern Wilderness Outfitters
Quakertown, PA
(610) 346-9335
Springtown Rod & Gun Club
Springtown Rd
Springtown, PA
(610) 346-8806
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Nearby Parks
Ralph Stover State Park
High Rocks State Park
Bulls Island State Park
Roosevelt State Park
Graeme State Park
Evansburg State Park
Tyler State Park
Spruce Run Recreation Area
