The Top 19 Attractions in Northampton County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Northampton County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Northampton County is a region where 19
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: December 20, 2025
Bethlehem Steel Plant
Highlight • Monument
Bethlehem Steel was once the second-largest steel manufacturer in the U.S. and a major shipbuilder and powered the skyscraper boom with its high-grade steel. The company went bankrupt in 2001 …
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9/11 National Memorial Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Three memorials stand atop the scars from that fateful day on Sept. 11, 2001. One is in New York City, one in Washington D.C. and one in a field in …
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Jacobsburg Creek in Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
Highlight • River
The 1,168-acre Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center is just off the roadway here. It is a beautiful place for school groups to be engaged with nature activities, bird watching and community …
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Delaware Canal State Park
Highlight • Parking
This park is located at the confluence of the Delaware River and the Lehigh River. The park has several benches for observing the water, taking a break, and enjoying the waterfront views.
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Louise W. Moore Park
Highlight • Rest Area
Originally Slate Post Farm, this area was gifted to the county by Louise W. Moore in 1973 to be developed into a passive park. It was the inaugural park in …
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Saucon Rail Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Saucon Rail Trail is a 7.5-mile paved trail along what was once the path of the North Pennsylvania Railroad.
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Two Rivers Trailway — Palmer
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Palmer section of the Two Rivers Trailway is a flat, mostly paved rail trail. While the trail is completely traffic free, it is also popular with runners and walkers, so it is important to be aware of other users.
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Kreidersville Covered Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
Kreidersville Covered Bridge is a historic landmark dating back to 1839. Spanning the Hokendauqua Creek, this wooden bridge is one of the few remaining covered bridges in the area.
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Saint Anthony's Nose
Highlight • Viewpoint
The most popular viewpoint in Gollub Park, Saint Anthony's Nose, offers lush views overlooking the Delaware River. This is also an ideal spot to take a break on your hike and enjoy your surroundings.
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Jacobsburg State Park
Highlight • Forest
Jacobsburg State Park offers scenic trails through lush forests and along the Bushkill Creek. Perfect for hiking, running, biking, and wildlife spotting, the park's historical sites add cultural depth to …
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