With the 128-mile Schuylkill River as its spine, the Schuylkill River Greenways National Heritage Area is alive with a remarkable diversity of historic, recreational and cultural attractions. The mission of Schuylkill River Greenways is to connect people and communities to the river and the river corridor.  In the heritage area, you’ll find a wealth of historic places, quaint river towns, parks and access to the river and trails.