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Statue of Tedyuscung
Wissahickon Valley Park, Philadelphia, PA 19118, United States
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Sa
Review №1

Lovely walk to the statue, which is close enough to park entrance for bringing kids or otherwise needing a shorter excursion.

Lo
Review №2

Impressive sculpture. Take the time to go up the side trail to see it up close.

Ke
Review №3

I have always wanted to find this statue. When I saw my friends post that he and his family had walked the trails to the statue I insisted they take me. Thank you Robert Outterbridge and family for making my dream come true!! Pictures prove the fact. For people with joint issues, take something before you go! But take the challenge and enjoy!

Am
Review №4

Beautiful hike up to the statue and then we scooted straight down through the rocks and roots back down to the trail to continue our hike

Ni
Review №5

Great hike, really amazing statue.

NJ
Review №6

Its a neat monument dedicated to a Native American chief, but its not easy to see the front of the statue (Tedyuscungs face).

Ma
Review №7

Such an enjoyable hike any time of year. Doable with little kids.

Da
Review №8

Great little hike to the statue. Really well maintained trails. Not too challenging. Nice elevation gain. Easy for kids.

To
Review №9

Beautiful scenery right outside of Philadelphia there are several trails ranging from easy well groomed bike trails to steeper inclines nothing you couldnt take your kids with so long as they arent babies from what I was on I will absolutely be returning to this magical place

Na
Review №10

Nice statue and view.

Ch
Review №11

If you can manage it, the hike/climb to Tedyuscung is definitely worth it! I vaguely remember my first trip to see it, was it a school trip? Was it my parents, who often brought me back the Wissahickon Creek to fish and hike, etc. What I CAN remember about the first time I saw the statue was the overwhelming sense of awe that something like this was not only here in the middle of the woods ( I was kid I didn’t understand landscape change at the time), but the simple fact that a human being actual made this. The statue has a plaque saying who it was donated by but I’m not sure if it was made there or made and moved there. Either way this incredible statue of a Native American in a position of overlooking the land, is a testament to what we are capable of when we put our minds to it.

Al
Review №12

Brought my wife for our hike. She was beat, but she loved it. Ive been coming here over 30 years now and always love it.

Ra
Review №13

Beautiful hike .maintenance is decent. Great place to jogging walking . Dence and tall trees. Saw a baby snake in water

Mi
Review №14

Hike up here and sit on the rock and look up the history behind the statue.A peaceful quiet place to sit and rest.

Ma
Review №15

Great place to rest. Indian guy seem very attentive. Could not strike a conversation with him unfortunately

Wi
Review №16

Could not see it from below.climbed up and saw The backside of the statue.

Le
Review №17

I love hiking to the Status of Tedyuscung. It’s a beautiful and easy hike. Good for dogs too!

Sc
Review №18

Great reminder of the past that relates to the present and the future

Ro
Review №19

The path was modified since last visited. Cool

Sh
Review №20

Great hike, tons of fun.

ne
Review №21

Great hike

An
Review №22

Good place to spend time walking in the forest.

da
Review №23

Great statue and nice trail.

To
Review №24

This was a very enjoyable hike with plenty of cool stuff to see on your way there. And if youre willing to climb alittle there are some cozy caves and rock sheltered areas to hang out if its raining or you just want to sit. There are some high drops and ledges so be cautious if bringing one kids

Na
Review №25

Nice winding hike through wooded path to the top. Very relaxing during the week. Much busier on weekends and holidays.

Al
Review №26

Great hiking trails along the Wissihickon Creek or stone bicycle trail (Forbidden Drive). An amazing park located within such an urban area.

cl
Review №27

Great view from the top and the path is easy to find.

Da
Review №28

Great out of the way Philly Landmark!

NI
Review №29

Philadelphia amazing everything including interesting statues

Jo
Review №30

Spent my childhood playing, hiking, fishing and just enjoying the scenery of Valley Green. Have hiked to the Chief many times as a kid and have made the same hike a few winters ago in the snow with my kids. They loved it.

On
Review №31

Took the long way, hard way up to the statue. So rewarding.

St
Review №32

A fantastic destination for a hike. If you are just out and about in the trails and dont know where to head this is a good spot. To get there you will have to go uphill for quite a ways. But it is worth its to over look the cliff the statue stands on.

Su
Review №33

Nice, not to challenging 2 mile trail. The statue was on a nice overlook. Peaceful and quiet.

Ga
Review №34

What could be better than a walk in the woods where you find this amazing piece of public art

he
Review №35

Hes Huge but amazing to hike up to!

Ge
Review №36

Short hike depending on what trail head you park near. Awesome place to take the dog on a hike no matter the season

ke
Review №37

Valley Green is wonderful. Statue is huge . The trail to Indian Chief is moderatly difficult to traverse.

Jo
Review №38

Awesome landmark in beautiful Fairmount Park

Al
Review №39

Interesting place to visit, hard to find at the first glance!

Ra
Review №40

Its amazing and worth the hike. Learn the history of the statue, so cool.

Ha
Review №41

Really the 5 stars is for the talks in this area, but I love having points of historical interest along the way! This stone statue was erected in 1902 to replace a similar wooden statue during the time of Victorian romantizing of the plight of the Native Americans. The street names in the neighborhood were changed to Shawnee, Cherokee, Tohopeka, etc. for the same reason.

Mi
Review №42

Beautiful statue amazing view

Th
Review №43

Its an awesome site to do some real hiking to. Bring plenty of water if you go check it out!

Ke
Review №44

Its a little hike to get there, but a unique spot in the Wissahickon Valley Park.

Jo
Review №45

Beautiful place!

Je
Review №46

Good bike trails

B
Review №47

Pretty awesome

Do
Review №48

The hike is better than the statue

Ja
Review №49

Valley Green is the best place for walking and running on and off the trails in the area.

Ed
Review №50

We had a good time hiking the trails but its hard to find the statue. The trail markers are not super helpful.

Ro
Review №51

The hike is nice

Al
Review №52

Come here people! A so quiet and relaxing place to enjoy in these hot summer days!

ru
Review №53

I always fine something new here an I love it.

Je
Review №54

Super cool find. Were continuing our search for every rare spot in Valley Green.

Fr
Review №55

How did this thing get here?

JO
Review №56

Love it been there 1000 times. Great Monument to see for pictures especially in fall.

Da
Review №57

Great mountain biking. It is rocky!

Ro
Review №58

This is a impressive statue of an Indian Chief, high above the Wissahickon. Only accessible by steep paths

Wa
Review №59

Majestic statue, but due take note, this 15 foot high landmark is probably in the wrong place, certainly in the wrong costume. However The journey is picturesque and the trail affords some wonderful views, especially in late autumn.

Ca
Review №60

Great experience in a great place.

Na
Review №61

Statue is a bit hard to find but the park is great for running, biking, and hiking

Ma
Review №62

Great hike

Ch
Review №63

Its not culturely accurate to the local Delaware tribes that use to inhabit the area before the white colonizers stole the land.

Wi
Review №64

Best part of Philly

Ma
Review №65

Nice and easy hike

An
Review №66

Awesome view, but really windy!

J
Review №67

Great hike

Su
Review №68

I climbed all the way up from the path below...it was worth it.

Se
Review №69

Go through Rex ave.

Ro
Review №70

Pleasant hike

DJ
Review №71

Ive been going here ever since I was a kid now it is way easier to find with the New Path system

El
Review №72

Great view of the park

W.
Review №73

Century Set Historic Tribute

Jo
Review №74

This statue didnt move or make any sound. What a rip-off.

Ge
Review №75

Beautiful trail

Al
Review №76

Wonderful trail for walking

Da
Review №77

Beautiful park

ma
Review №78

Worth the climb.

ju
Review №79

Great trail for walks

Ke
Review №80

Inspiring

Ta
Review №81

Love it

Gr
Review №82

You must visit

Ev
Review №83

Love it

Sa
Review №84

Very interesting

Al
Review №85

A must see statue in the Wissahickon

Ju
Review №86

Special place

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  • Address:Wissahickon Valley Park, Philadelphia, PA 19118, United States
  • Site:http://fow.org/
  • Phone:+1 215-247-0417
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Sculpture
Working hours
  • Monday:Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday:Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday:Open 24 hours
  • Thursday:Open 24 hours
  • Friday:Open 24 hours
  • Saturday:Open 24 hours
  • Sunday:Open 24 hours
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:No
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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