Wissahickon Valley Trail

This is my regular, jogging and walking spot i.e. the forbidden trail. It is a 7 mile approximate distance where all of your local neighbors and friends frequent to get in their exercise and nature watching daily there are bikers, joggers, and walkers. There are dogs, hikers, and electric bikes, even! We take all of our family here when they visit for photographs in fact for Thanksgiving we did a photo shoot there, because there is no other place as a backdrop!

Such a pretty spot for a hike and lunch! We were so lucky to still see some fall foliage.

Great trail system, but don't leave any valuables in the car. I got every credit card stolen on Sunday, October 8 2023. My purse was hidden, and someone still broke in my car and stole all the credit cards.

Got my car broken into while visiting this location. Great walking trail, though. That's all I can say.

I recommend you only go here during a week day. The park itself is one of the most beautiful areas and has great trails. However, the weekends are so busy that car break-ins and robberies are so common that the police cannot handle them. There are apparently only four police in the area. We were a victim today. Go on any day but a weekend!!!

This is the place to be if you're looking for some nature and outdoor time! I've had this place on my to go list for some time and finally had the opportunity for a Sunday stroll with adults and little ones as well. The adults were able to get good exercise and the little ones enjoyed because there were little dancing feet in strollers and eyes wide open taking in nature.

We chose the forbidden drive entrance, found parking and headed to the trail. We decided on the main trail as there weren't too many inclines and comfortable rides in the strollers. Before we got to the main trail, it was a bit bumpy so we had to carry the strollers before the fun began.

While the parking lot was relatively crowded, the trail was not crowded at all. People were spaced out really well so social distancing was pretty easy. We were able to get good pictures of nature and each other without impeding on other people's experience. The creek was along the path so the scenery was beautiful and the sounds of nature was a highlight. There was some rain a day or so before so some parts were muddy, comfy shoes are a must but expect it to get dusty or muddy. We walked a lot and still had so much more of the park to discover. We could have stayed and walked more of the trail but the boss babies had other plans! It was a great time!

I am so impressed! This is what nature is all about, man. My sister in law brought me to this place and I really couldn't have pictured how much I would love and be filled with nature during my time there. I mean, plush, in its organic state, waterfalls, moss, flowers and plants I've never seen before... just really beautiful. We went on Memorial Day weekend, so it was a little more crowded than I would have preferred, but still really bearable. I just feel like you couldn't walk an eighth of a mile and not discover something cool. I'm not a fan of heights, so I won't be returning to walk the high cliff areas with the rest of my family, but I can't imagine how thrilling that would be if I weren't!

Oh and the drive to the trail is so pleasant. It's a whole mood.. beautiful, older homes, just really well kept area... I actually wouldn't mind living there if I would ever move to Philly.

I'm already planning our next trip and I'm bringing some people who I know would be as equally impressed!

Some beautiful walking and hiking here. Each season has its own magic. Many entrances into the park, and parking is pretty easy.

This was an awesome walking trail park that my family and I did while we were in the area. It had a nice nature hike to it. A fun overall family experience. We really enjoyed the walk it wasn't bad at all for my children and overall we had a great time

I love this place! You can explore wooded trails or open meadows. Lots of the trees are labeled, and the trails are clearly marked. You can even use Google Maps to see all the trails and where they'll take you. You can bring your dog or bike, too.

The parking lot at the Environmental Center is not too big, so beware.