Wissahickon Park Trail System

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This information is a public record of the 1975 NRT application and may be out of date if it has not been updated by a trail manager --
check with the trail manager for updated details before visiting.

Wissahickon Park Trail System

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  • Length
    57 miles
  • Elevation Gain
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  • Route Type
    out & back

  • Wissahickon Valley fall foliage. Photo by Insapphowetrust.
  • Wissahickon Valley fall foliage. Photo by Insapphowetrust.
  • Ganoderma tsugae Murrill in Wissahickon Valley Park. Photo by geraldine.
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Location: Urban, in NW Philadelphia

  • States: Pennsylvania

The Wissahickon Valley is a steep gorge comprised of 1800 acres. On the site of 18th-19th Century mills, the land has been pristine forested trails since the late 1800s. Creek flows through the gorge providing fishing opportunities plus beautiful views.

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Allowed Uses:

Bicycling Dogs, on leash Equestrian Hiking/Walking Snow, cross-country skiing

Other Activities

  • Fishing
  • Snow, snow play general
  • Wildlife viewing / observation

Public Contact

James Donaghy
Fairmount Park Commission/City of Philadelphia
Memorial Hall, West Park
Philadelphia, PA 19131
[email protected](215) 685-0014

Contact the trail manager for current maps and visiting details.

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  • Part of a Trail System? No
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  • Tread Width (average): 60"
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  • Certified as an NRT
    Apr 27, 1975
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