Lower Makefield Township

Lower Makefield Township is an administrative township in Bucks County situated along the Delaware River with residential neighborhoods and multiple parks distributed throughout its area. The township combines housing developments with green spaces and accommodates various community facilities and recreational areas.

The township developed from early settlement patterns over centuries into a residential area with preserved historic structures. The Dolington Village Historic District within its boundaries safeguards buildings representing multiple architectural styles from different periods of regional growth.

The Garden of Reflection Memorial serves as Pennsylvania's official September 11 remembrance site, honoring residents who experienced loss during those events. The grounds function as a community space where visitors can pause and reflect on this defining moment in shared history.

The township offers various parks and recreational facilities that visitors can access freely, along with an administration building on Edgewood Road for resident needs. The summer months provide the best time for exploring outdoor areas and community spaces.

The township holds the distinction of being the largest municipality in North America without its own municipal court or dedicated post office, requiring residents to use services outside its boundaries. This uncommon situation sets it apart from most other communities of its size in the region.

Location: Bucks County

Shares border with: Yardley, Ewing Township, Upper Makefield Township, Trenton, Morrisville, Falls Township, Middletown Township, Newtown Township

GPS coordinates: 40.22556,-74.83222

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:42