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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 due to shifts in construction methods. Today, a casino owns the property, and the National Museum of Industrial History occupies several buildings. Visitors can also explore the ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks, a vibrant venue hosting films, concerts, and art events.

Coplay Creek is a 14-mile creek that runs into the Lehigh River through Lehigh County. There is a bridge here that crosses over Coplay Creek along the paved Ironton Trail.

Trexler Memorial Park is delightful, with Little Cedar Creek flowing through the grounds, creating a lovely central pond. It features 2.5 miles of hiking trails and is a popular location for hikers, runners, and dog walkers. The main loop trail is about a mile long, or you can combine it with other well-marked trails for an extended hike. It's the perfect location to enjoy a shorter hike and immerse yourself in nature.

This historic bridge, constructed in 1841, is the oldest in the county and stretches 145 feet across the creek. It is a fantastic old bridge, and it is worth a detour to take a walk inside to admire the interior beams and capture some photos. If you want to shorten your hike, you can cross here and head back to the North Side Path.

This multi-use rail trail runs for nearly 6 miles between the boroughs of Northampton and Bath. Along the way you'll pass through numerous parks and woodlands, making for a peaceful ride.

The Wildlands Conservancy South Mountain Preserve encompasses 2,000 acres of natural beauty and ecological significance. This expansive preserve offers visitors a diverse landscape of forests, meadows, and streams. The preserve provides a variety of recreational activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and educational programs focused on environmental conservation.

Lehigh Mountain Park is a 530 acre park right on the banks of the Lehigh River. There are several trails in the park that are not suitable for road bikes, but there is a quiet road that cuts through the forest and gives you a great view of the park.

The Jordan Creek Trail is an entirely paved trail that's perfect for running and biking. The path is longer than it seems, but you have to cross some roads to connect the disjointed trail sections. The section of trail through Jordan Creek Parkway follows along the creek and doesn't have any major road crossings.