Im rating it a 1 because I dont want people to come here. Why? Because its one of the best things about Philadelphia and we should carefully keep it as natural as we can. If you really care about my review, youll read more closely and see that I love Wissahickon Valley Park. I come though here 4 days a week and walk or jog and have been for 10 years now and used to come less frequently all my life or at least 45 years of it. Its gorgeous and one of the best secrets in Philadelphia. Lets keep it that way.

The reason why I’m giving it a 2 stars is because the painted trail markers on the trees are NOT visible. In the beginning it is but when you go out farther, there’s no trail markers on the trees. You can get easily lost if you don’t know how to read a map. Every hiking places that I go to have trail markers on the trees like every 10-20 feet. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a very nice place to hike and places to see. Just be careful and know your surroundings.

A scenic park with a great history, tons of hiking trains, a beautiful river, a few master price bridges, lots of old trees and a herds of deers, groups of squirrels and birds. Park has up hill trails, down hill trails, and flat one which enable almost everybody with any level of physical fitness use it. There is an old brick circular shape sewerage system under some part of the trails built long time ago.

Awesome park for hiking, jogging and cycling. This park is scenic and beautiful in all seasons. The trails are amazing . If you want to get lost in nature, this is the right place, there are trails in all directions. It’s really pleasant cool forest area, trails are marked, but sometimes you will get lost. It’s a mix of river, wetlands and forest. Some parts of the trails are a bit sunny but most parts have shades.We had a great weekend*There is no FEE, there are several parking lots.It is hard to get parking in the main parking lots, the one near to the valley green inn and the upper parking lot, but there are several other parking lots.MUST HAVE:* Use hiking shoes .* Carry water bottle.Enjoy your day!.

Such a nice park! The trails were wide enough that everyone could stay 6 feet apart. There were also a lot of trails that branched off from the main one. Would definitely recommend for all ages!

20 minutes from downtown Philly. You would never know the city is so close. Great for biking, walking and jogging. Awesome crick/brook and some nice little waterfalls. Main road through park closed to vehicle traffic. A little light on facilities for restrooms so be aware. Many people do, but you SHOULD NOT SWIM THERE due to irrigation run off etc. No cell service down there either. Enjoy!

Absolutely beautiful place for outdoor recreation in the city. The Orange and Yellow trails are quieter than Forbidden Drive (the main gravel path that runs through it). The trails that diverge from the creek get steep and rocky; hiking shoes are helpful. There are also many spurs from the main trails that connect to other city streets which is very convenient if you want to visit nearby neighborhoods. Google Maps for the most part has all of the trails marked.

I love this place! But so does everybody else, and its been quite crowded during most daylight hours lately. Most people do wear masks and respect social distancing. Currently, the public bathrooms near the inn are closed.

One of my favorite places to explore. Make sure to bring a mask because the trails are crowded this time of year. Great place to photograph or just enjoy our beautiful Mother Earth

Great outdoor spot for hiking. The Valley Green Inn has an open space to picnic along the water and the snack shop is usually open. The parking lots fill up quick.

Awesome place for long walks with family and friends. Ample parking space. Beautiful view in Fall.

This is part of the Fairmount park system, the largest inner city park system in the country. There are miles and miles of trails. You could go a dozen times and still find new trails. You can take your dog, but just be aware, while dogs are supposed to be leashed, many are not.

Very good walking trail. Mix of flat paths and harder trails for the more rugged hikers. People were getting too close and not wearing masks on some of the tighter trails so be warned.

Really enjoyed the trails! Super pretty place near Philadelphia that have never been to before. Need more parking. Many cars ticketed for parking on street when lots were full. Trails kept up pretty well. Should crack down on activities along the trails and final destinations. Not family or environmentally friendly.

In my experience, this is a safe area to exercise in.Many cyclists and walkers go here. The trail is usually quiet although, at some points, traffic noise can be heard due to the highway being parallel to the trail (separated by a river).

Parking is very abundant the stores are easily accessible convenient with fast-moving cashiers while your in line. Theres always a sale going on from the Kohls to the Acme Supermarket and the Free Library is also in the shopping center to get the small tech things accomplished.

I love this park!!!! Ive been going here since I first moved to Manayunk in 2018. Even now that Im in the city Ill take trips to this park just to experience true nature without having to travel too far. There are multiple pathways all of varying difficulty with rivers, bridges, and many many trails. Highly recommend visiting if youre in the area or if you want to escape the city for a bit and get back to your roots ️

Great place for history buffs and nature lovers! Small cafe. Awesome picnicking.

Amazingly in Philadelphia. You would never know. Beautiful sanctuary and hiking area. A getaway without traveling.

Beautiful with trails on both sides of the creek. Historical markers and bridges. Dog, bike, runner friendly.

We entered the park at forbidden drive, where we parked along the road. We visited on a Saturday so it was busy but we were still able to hike without too many people around us. The trail was wet and just challenging enough to make it fun. We loved the view of the waterfall and our pup also hiked with us and enjoyed it! We will definitely be back!

This park is stunning and very well maintained. The only issue I feel, was the maps are not very clear as they use similar colors on a similar background to call out the trails. The trails are also not well marked so you dont really know where you are on each trail regarding its completion or if it is cojoining another trail. I find this more of an issue for non locals like us.

Very nice, scenic and calm place to visit. Extra gorgeous during the fall season. Even found a little garter snake

Beautiful place to walk, hike, bike ride. Such a great thing Philadelphia has beautifil parks and open spaces like this preserved.

Although it was raining that day, but we found that place very enchanting. So many big trees have created a mystery around the place. If you want to spend nice, quite weekend, this is the place.

Beautiful park, walked the devil’s pool and found the most wonderful view! I will come back soon! Pics taken 10-06-2020

Beautiful paved and dirt trail park within a few miles of downtown Philadelphia. A wonderful escape from the businesses of downtown. They dirt trail truly place you into the rugged woods while seemingly taking you into unknown foliage while still provides wonderful overlooks and the occasional creaks. The paved trail ran mostly along the river which proved wonderful sounds and smells, albeit the trail was much busier than the dirt trails. Only explored 5-6 miles, but I will be back!

Great hike for beginners as well as the advanced trails for everyone. If you start at the valley green inn on forbidden drive its a central point on the trail. Great starting point. Normally the inn has a little stand to buy drinks and food. Great place for a small picnic as well.

Trails are challenging, but you are always a stone’s throw from Valley Green in case you need to tap out from the hills and head home. Safe. Clean. And gorgeous

Great place for social distance and taking in natures beauty. Early mornings are best and not too busy plus its cooler. The sun rays are perfect.

A very beautiful PA state park with nice flat walking/biking paths. Lots of trees and a pretty stream and a pond with ducks. There is a more difficult path which we havent tried yet as we always take our grandson who is a toddler.Unfortunately, bathrooms unavailable now due to Covid and parking is very difficult on weekends. We go week days and have no trouble with parking.

This park has loads of walking trails and several parking lots. A large covered bridge came in handy for those dodging the rain showers on Sunday.I always enjoy looking at the rapid rolling lakes. Enjoyable for nature walks or to get your daily exercise in. I also discovered an eatery in the park with plenty of outdoor seating!

Beautiful place to go.. with the kids n with out so quiet n peaceful please to go

I have been to the park many times and every trip is a new adventure. Miles of trails of varying degrees of difficulty, all well marked and formed into loops with criss crossing interconnected trails that stradle both sides of the Wissahickon river. There is a main thoroughfare walkway with a gravel surface and little elevation change. For the more adventerous all the trails that branch off of it are a typical mountain trail with varying degrees of incline and elevation change and composed of dirt and rock. There are caves, wildlife, flora, waterfalls, swimming spots, places to climb, picnic, bridges, and a path on top of a historic aquaduct that brought water into Philadelphia. Parking is easy and in most areas free, and pet friendly. If hiking isnt you speed bring the mountain bike! Want horsepower? There is no better experience than taking in the fresh air and scenery while in the saddle. The park is well maintained and very clean. It is the largest city park in the nation and minutes from center city. I definitely recommend a visit.

Very fun great hike my children had a great time to.

Went biking on this main trail. Signage well displayed along the route. Two guide-gals offered insight and directions which was different and nice. Trail is well taken care of. A good area near the middle. And a bike service “station” at the south end (?). Can’t remember the length but I think it was about 14 miles round trip. Parking is a bit dicey but you’ll find some if you take your time.

Great place to walk and bike, see, smell and watch nature.

Beautiful park! Perfect for hiking and recreation. It has a lot ground to cover and beautiful scenery.

We had a nice hike on the easy trail, as I have some back problems. The trail, Forbidden Trail, follows Wissahickon Creek all the way. It is very lovely to walk by the water, but there is one spot where two families of geese with goslings were congregated; naturally, the parents were hissing at everyone that walked by, but that is instinctive. The trail is concrete and asphalt, and everyone on it is very polite. There are other, more difficult trails, with grades ranging from around 8% - 10%. One day, when I am healthier, Illl try those.

Great trail for running or riding bikes. Tons of people here though and parking and driving in and out can get a bit dicey. Be warned, this isnt a totally flat path either. No, it isnt a hike but it will affect your running for sure!

Beautiful trail for every experience. Walking, running, biking, horseback riding and birds watching.

Wissahickon Valley Park has a variety of trails for seasoned and new hikers. The natural scenery is breath-taking. Hiking along the river is beautiful, scenic, and you get a great workout in the process.

Great hike I enjoyed here very clean and pleasant.

Beautiful spots to see the water, park was very clean and family/dog friendly. Trails are not too hard to follow and there are plenty of trails to try. Parking is dispersed at several different spots.

Definitely a huge surprise if youve never been here before. The Wisshickon is an area that is so lush and green it doesnt feel like it could belong in Philadelphia.I use this place for the miles and miles of trails for running.

Beautiful trails, both paved and unpaved. The river is a gem.

This park is really great for hiking. I love The Cedar House where you can get a meal or hot cider.

Nicd place for trekking. Can go with family. Hotel option is also available so that you can stay and enjoy with family and in groups. Open restaurant with beautiful view.

Beautiful. It was fun to watch the ducks floating in the river. A very calming spot with a restaurant nearby.

This is the best thing about Pennsylvania. So peaceful, and serene. There is a paved road or hiking trails. The trails go on for miles and miles so everything is already new

Took the orange trail for fun and followed the sound of the water. Definitely worth taking the path less taken.

ABSOLUTELY beautiful place to visit any season. Summer offers swimming spots, spring enjoy seeing the frog pond, and in the fall enjoy the changing colors.

Love the Wissahickon - Babbling brooks with easy and challenging trails, its a site to behold and experience. Ive led a walk and have attended hikes of varying difficulty. Look for hidden gems line the Tedyuscung statue. Its a breathtaking statue of a Native American man looking out into the distance. Run, walk, hike, but take some time to drink in the surroundings.

Shady wooded trails for hiking:I went there with a group last Sunday, 07/20/2019. Although the weather was hot, it was much cooler and nice in the park.Lots of people swimming in the river. And a lot of families with kids picnicked and even cooked at the river bed.Young people were having fun jumping from the bridge into the river, some jumping into the pond down another bridge in the valley. Looked fun but really dangerous.If you go hiking, better go earlier as when we left after noontime, lots of families were coming to the valley. Then we even got caught at the traffic when we were exiting the park.

Its a beautiful and peaceful place to take a walk.

Beautiful fairly well-maintained, and the bicyclists tend to move slow around pedestrians, pack out anything you bring in please.

Nice park for an easy hike or stroll along the road. Lots of trees here, and it doesnt get just tons of sun - great for people who try to protect themselves from the sun. I did just go hiking here, and with the virus, it was packed and a little uncomfortable at places because fellow hikers wouldnt step out of the way to let us pass (we moved over, they didnt). I essentially could have touched three or four people if I hadnt been super careful. If youre in the Philly area and concerned about the virus, then definitely drive further out to a different area to hike.

Very family friendly. If youre looking for peace and quiet, weekends are not the time to go.

Well-maintained trails, countless trailheads, beautiful scenery. So grateful for this place.

Nice wide trail. Some with masks some without. Never felt vulnerable

Nothing cures the worlds woes like NATURE. Dive into this beautiful escape RIGHT ON YOUR BACK YARD PHILLY♡

Great place for a hike. The creek gets swamped by people sometimes but people usually arent a bother. Everyone is so considerate and keeps their distance during this Covid situation.

Ive been fishing here for years. Excellent place, good family fun!

Wissahickon is a nice place to walk. The creeks are refreshing, and its totally recommended! My only problem is the bugs. They cant control that, its outdoors. But the lantern flies are what I hate most.

What an awesome natural resource to have right in the heart of Philly!

Best childhood memories...the restaurant food and staff were great

Love to walk the trails here. Such a lovely park.

The trails are amazing. Love to go here! Family friendly and never overly crowded.

I love taking my walks here it’s so peaceful and the people are nice

This is my favorite part of Philadelphia. So scenic, endless trails all well maintained. Great place to ride your bike.

Something for everyone. Harder rocky hikes for those who want a physical challenge and paved trails and benches for those who just want to relax with nature. Clean & lovely. Great to bring the dog!

The scenery is beautiful! Very serene and engaging trails. Lots of benches scattered here and there to rest. Easy to navigate with children and other hidden path ways for a more challenging climb.

Great park for hiking and biking. Lots of places to rest by the water. Easy access from different directions.

Very nice place to go for a walk, great for kids most trails are steady and not steep. Lots of different routes to explore and find.

This park is absolutely awesome. So many great hiking trail. Beautiful scenery. The creeks are great. Im not sure if swimming is still allowed at Devils Hole or in the main creek.

Great place for a good hike, fishing, or taking a run. Beautiful scenery and mostly clean... Some people cant find the trash cans 10 feet away, so we collected the debris. Please go and enjoy this gem of Philadelphia, but clean up after yourselves.

Great nature get-a-way right here in Philly. Nice hiking, biking, running, and even horse back riding trails with access to the creek and some interesting hidden gems! One of my most favorite places in Philly! Trails range from very easy to somewhat challenging. Great introduction to nature. Almost every trip I see many people walking their dogs.

Huge, tons of paths with different types of terrain difficulties. We prefer going up north to near the meadow and Environmental Center. We have small toddlers. They love hearing the owls as the sun goes down. Horse paths, bike paths, paved paths, dirt paths, woods, meadows, creeks, little waterfalls, hilly Rocky terrain, picnic areas and more. With the multiple entrances and miles of trails even after 20+ visits we still havent explored it all. Cell service is iffy, GPS can get a little confused, but the map they sell is the exact one on the map stations and online, so not really worth it. Plan via time at your half time just turn back and go the way you came unless you are certain of where the loops are.

I adore this park. It is so easy to get lost in it for hours and always find something youve never seen before.

Had a great walk in a beautiful park.

Offers lots of great trails for all ages and activity levels. We walked along the Forbidden Drive, saw the Statue, and hung out by the waterfalls. Highly recommend!

Always a new piece of trail to discover. Just perfect!

One of the most beautiful places on this earth. What a place to walk, run, bike, hike. Im in love with this place. A real place to clear your mind.

The meadow was beautiful! There is a wonderful spot with a bench under a old tree. Its absolutely peaceful.

Great place to walk. Trails are easy enough for the average person to hike without complications

The place itself the park is beautiful the food is mediocre at best

I grew up hiking around here and am always finding new trails. Definitely love this area.

This park is amazing. When I feel like getting lost, I come here!

I felt my lungs inflate with the onrush of scenery — air, mountain, trees, people. I thought, this is what its meant to be happy.Ive been recently diving into my newest hobby of mountain biking, but more so my absolute obsession with nature itself. If youre interested in taking a stroll through life, look no further. They say to walk in nature is to witness a thousand miracles and this places will show you why.This place has bike trails, walking trails, recreational parks, rivers, fishing, cliff jumping, barbecues, ponds... you name it, youll be finding yourself involved with something or someone one way or another.Wissahickon Park is definitely for all ages and all walks of life. I would recommend it to anyone and everyone.Especially to those who go out in nature to be soothed, healed and to have their senses put in order.Hope I catch you out here!

Beautiful peaceful place. Ideal for kids relaxing and riding bikes

Great place to get reacquainted with nature. Many tails to walk or hike, also beautiful creek to sit by and relax the mind!

Awesome place for family and friends to get out and be one with nature.

Best place to exercise, enjoy nature and take family pictures

Excellent place for a hike within city limits. Many cool things to explore. Literally cool. Temperatures inside the park are way lower than the surrounding concrete jungle of the urban landscape. You could probably explore the park for months and not see the same thing twice. Google maps has been great with showing the trails, so bring your phone and you’ll never get lost. Lots of terrain options, from completely flat to steep climbs. Enjoy!

Its such a beautiful little escape from the hectic city life. You can find yourself immersed in nature and can really admire the beauty of this trail.

Had a very nice trip

So many trails to hike. Dog friendly. Parking is slim in some spots but you can find street parking. Crowded on nice days but you can find some trails pretty empty still.

Nice path for walking and bike riding. Plenty of room for lots of people without being crowded.

Beautiful hike. Easy for walking

The scenery is beautiful and the trail itself is just a nice walk to go down