Pennsylvania has some pretty incredible hidden gems within and near its many state and local parks. Just a few miles from Pine Grove Furnace State Park, for example, sit the remnants of former World War II POW Camp Michaux. If you’re a fan of the commonwealth’s rich industrial past, you’ll definitely find the historic cement kilns at Saylor Park in Pennsylvania fascinating.
Saylor Park in Coplay covers just 2.6 acres, but it packs a lot of punch in that relatively small space, including its historic cement kilns.
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You may have heard of the park referred to as Saylor Park Industrial Museum. The open-air museum is best known for its 90-foot-tall cement kilns.
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During the late 19th century and into the beginning of the 20th century, the kilns churned out cement that was then used in the construction of bridges, buildings, and other infrastructure.
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The outdoor museum is open all year round and has earned a place on the National Register of Historic Places. Take some time to read the educational placards, too, to learn more about the Coplay Cement Company and its impact in Pennsylvania.
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Exploring the park on foot is easy. If you’re a fan of hiking, you might want to hike the Ironton Rail Trail, which winds right through Saylor Park and past the cement kilns.
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The Ironton Rail Trail measures 9.2 miles and is accessible. It passes quite a few unique hidden gems, too, from the cement kilns to…
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An old-school phone booth that’s made from - you guessed it - cement. Both Saylor Park and the trail provide a ton of photoworthy shots, so don’t forget your camera.
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Other hidden gems that dot the area include Caboose #6, a historic rail car that dates back to 1924.
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Head over to the official website of Lehigh County for more information on Saylor Park. Then check out a trail map on AllTrails.
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Have you been to Saylor Park in Pennsylvania? What did you think of the historic cement kilns? Let us know in the comments! Like uncovering unique destinations? Here are eight incredible hidden gems in Pennsylvania also worth checking out.
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Address: Saylor Park, 245 N 2nd St, Coplay, PA 18037, USA
