Aquashicola Creek, Tidal creek in Pennsylvania, United States.
Aquashicola Creek is a tidal creek in Pennsylvania that flows about 21 miles through the Pocono Mountains from a swamp near Saylorsburg toward the west. It runs between Chestnut Ridge and Blue Mountain before merging with the Lehigh River at Palmerton.
A grist mill was founded in 1806 by George Ziegenfuss Sr. and operated until 1930, serving the region's agricultural needs. Water power from the creek drove this operation for over a century, shaping settlement patterns in the area.
The name comes from the Lenape language and means 'where we fish with the bush net', reflecting the traditional fishing practices of Native Americans in this region. This connection to indigenous heritage remains visible at several spots along the waterway.
The area is fairly accessible since it runs through a populated region of Pennsylvania with towns and roads nearby. Spring and fall offer the best conditions for exploration, with stable water levels and pleasant weather.
The waterway connects to a former settlement called Meniolagomeka, which was organized by Moravian missionaries in the region. This historical mission site marks an early effort to work with indigenous communities in the area.
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