What a great recreational center. Make sure you wear comfortable shoes and are in reasonably good shape. Several woodsy trails parallel a babbling stream filled with fish. Several people standing in center of water in gear, fishing. Lake, boating, bathrooms on premises, tons of places to bbq. Large spaces for group gatherings or intimate moments for couples holding hands through the leisurely shaded paths.

This is a nice park with good facilities. We ate a take-out dinner at a picnic table under a pavilion. People were enjoying the park, walking the trails and fishing in the ponds and streams. Plenty of parking and the place was clean. People were observing social distancing when appropriate, and the park police were not bothering anybody. Plus it looks like there is a nice little model railroad display in the building over the creek.

So peaceful and clean! Love all the shade during a run too! Best place outdoors in Reading hands down! ️

I love coming here for hikes and walks. Its always so nice and quiet and there are lots of benches to rest on as well. And has an accessable bathroom that is always clean.

Nice trail to walk bike or run.

I love fishing here with my daughter and cousin. Really beautiful and fun place to spend a day!

Wonderful, well kept and absolutely beautiful. Not quite a tourist attraction but a fantastic park.

Absolutely great park. Very friendly people, and clean open areas. We celebrated my daughters sweet 16 here. It was a blast to say the least. Its peaceful and family friendly. I highly recommend it

Great place for families and any one that is looking a time for relaxing or playing and sharing good moment in his life

Nice trail system, that is kept up well. Pavillions, streams, play areas...all around scenic spot for wholesome family fun.

Brand new volleyball court! Super clean park. Park rangers are always around and willing to help of needed. Fishing spots throughout the trail as well.

The Christmas lights at Grings Mill is a nice holiday treat thats very affordable. Admission to the park is only $5 per vehicle. There is live music in the upper level of the barn. The lower level is where Santa Claus and Mrs clause wait for taking pictures with the kids. The snack bar has all the seasonal treats, most of which are only $1. There are numerous light displays, a miniature train village, and best of all...live Reindeer!

Nice trail to ride bikes but most walkers dont wear masks so I now avoid the place..

Museum is fantastic for its size. And staff are very nice and helpful!

One of my favorite places to go for a walk or bike ride in the Summer. Trails are very well maintained, and they have a really cool Christmas lights display at Christmas time.

So nice and pleasant. Felt safe. Clean and convenient bathroom facilities.

Nice family spot and cheap entertainment. Enough lights to look at and walk around for the money you spend. Nice music and of course Santa and Mrs. Claus and hot chocolate.

Absolutely beautiful place, great place for the family. They have some places to grill and picnic. The trail near Grings mill is Union Creek trail and it is great for bicycling. If you do plan to ride a bike Id be cautious for unsuspecting hikers around.

Were lucky to have such a beautiful trail like this here in Reading!

Hard-working and dedicated staff and management. They have accomplished much with limited funding.

Awesome place to walk and no pets is an added bonus. People struggle with picking up after their dogs. Great buildings and paths.

Beautiful, great walking and biking trial .Cool fishing spot

Beautiful place for a bike ride or a walk. :) Love the forest, creek, and old stone buildings.

Incredible place to bring the family to experience history or the outdoors. Plenty of parking and beautiful views. Small concession for food and events throughout the year. Hard to believe it is so close to the city.

Such a great place for a walk. Lots of birds and critters.

One of the few options of places to go here in the Reading area. It’s ok. Scenery looks good and trails are clean and free of garbage.

This place is great, very well maintained, a nice place for all ages! I thoroughly enjoy the fishing!

Very nice and clean and open area with lots of things to do. There is a park, tennis courts, playground, picnic area, walking trails, and bridge where you can fish. This area connects to the Union Canal Trail also which is great for biking and walking/running.

Beautiful trail and recreation area along the Tulpehocken Creek.

Beautiful, historic place to walk or run. The trail is well kept and scenery so compelling you dont realize how far youve walked/run! Pets are not permitted, but unfortunately I did see someone disregarding that rule.

Quiet and peaceful park for a morning or afternoon stroll.

*No Pets Allowed*Holiday Lights - could have more lights*Playground - could be bigger (add swings, etc.)*plenty of parking*long trails - great for walking, running and biking*picnic areas with picnic tables*beautiful scenery with park ranger always near (feel safe seeing him around)*The Old Mill Dam and the Bridge are a great view*public restrooms*drinking fountains*you could rent pavilions for birthday parties*they also have a snack bar

Fantastic!The best is to ride a mountain bike all the way to Blue Marsh lake visitor center (about 5.5 miles) and back.. A little uphill challenges to the lake but riding back it a lot of fun!

Great place for a relaxing Sunday afternoon bike ride

This is a nice park very close to a lot of stores, So close you may not expect something like this to be here.

Nice place to ride, walk, river, nature, plently rest,/ picnic areas, and a little history too

Very lovely park! Nice place to have a picnic and relax!

So beautiful. Awesome trail.

Great walk! Loved the scenery

Beautiful place to walk or bike. People are polite. No dogs allowed so you never have to worry about dodging them. I love biking here. The guy who watches over the parking lot can be a bit prickly but otherwise I highly recommend.

Nice historic grain mill. Ive attended several presentations in the multi purpose barn. You can fish along the creek and from the dam. As you can see, lots of wildlife...including a bald eagle periodically. Right now in early spring the paths are a bit muddy.

Nice park and love that there is a creek. There should be an area where you are allowed to take your dog. Nice walkways. The christmas lights and festivities are always fun!

Great hiking spot close to Reading and Blue Marsh lake.

Beautiful place to take a relaxing stroll and see a few historical buildings by the water.

Great place to walk around and look at the Christmas lights. Fun shows in top of barn. Santa & Mrs. Claus were lovely! Great little train display.

Pleasant park connected to miles of a riverside walking trail.

Great place for very small wedding such a special.

Beautiful, peaceful little niche.

It is a very beautiful place to go walking, biking, or finishing. No dogs are allowed. Christmas lights display is nice and only $5 a car to see.

Christmas light display was cute but train display was too crowded. For $5 a car though it was well worth it. Santa was great with my children!

Great walking path! Great upkeep on the property just a great-looking Park!

Beautiful location good historical site and walking trail

Nice place very relaxing.

One of my favorite parks!!

Great wildlife, awesome history. Dont forget to see Wertzs Red Bridge, PAs longest covered bridge!

Great access to Union Canal Towpath Recreation trail. Very nice place for history and senic views at the river.

Beautiful place with a nice trail for walking or biking. Tends to be a bit busy if your going for the quiet, secluded vibe.

Very nice park, has a small playground for the kids, restrooms at the bottom of the hill in the first building, right before you get to the bridge.The road is paved down to the bridge from the parking lot, but the path along the river is pea sized gravel.Stocked trout fishing stream, you can fish from the bridge, or from various spots along the path.It is about a 1 mile walk to the covered bridge, and there is a 3 mile walk as well in the other direction. The sign on the far side of the river from the parking lot gives the milage and direction.Lots of people enjoying the trail today on Sunday, families with small kids, runners and those fishing the stream, and quite a few cyclists.Find the stone/cement turtle, for bonus points.The river has a spillway under the bridge, but there is a canoe pull out for portaging above and below it. Have to carry the canoe about 100 feet.

Great park and walking trails

Beautiful well maintained accessible trail and river

For the price, it was a nice place to see the Christmas lights, reindeer and train display, however, it was not worth the hour drive to get there. The area to see Santa is very small and so is the train display. More then 10 people and its crowded.

Family friendly with multiple outdoor activities available.

Great place see nature, bike, walk, cookout, or just be outdoors.

Favorite local trail. Well cared for.

Great place to be with friends

Peaceful and scenic park. Enjoy running along the canal and exercising in the fields with their functional stations.

Was a great day, had a picnic, lots of people.

Great place to unwind from working all week.

Nice place to go to relax. Nice bike trails next to the river. Walk through covered bridges and take in the beautiful scenery. Make sure you take mosquito spray just in case.

This was a place my brother and I enjoyed as kids into early adulthood. We would ride our bikes everyday on the trails and now I get to finally take my kids to enjoy it too; just like I used to.

We love to come and bike here on the trails. Shaded walking and bike trails, along the creek. Nice place to bring family.

Lovely Christmas lights. Clean restrooms. Great Christmas music.

Great place for a walk or bike ride. Love the ‘fix it’ bike station on the trail! Nice fishing spots too.

Big fan of this spot. Lots of great views of the river and one can walk, bike, run, etc. in this area. Awesome spot!

Great place to go for a jog or to relax

Perfect place for any kind of family activity

It was a beautiful day and beautiful scenery. The park was beautifully kept. It was a wonderful experience.

Beautiful place

Great place to hike in fish with the family

I run the trail. I walk the trail. I photograph the Trail. I like this trail.

Great events for family. Even better fishing!

Beautiful walking and or biking trails. Well kept. Playground area for the kids. Clean restroom facilities. A local treasure.

This place is great for kids activities and play.

I love this place, great for walking and has a volley ball net and a small playground. It also host events.

Holiday lights, trains, Santa and musical entertainment. Whats not to like?

Chamber choir was wonderful tonight. Lights are beautiful, as always.

Beautiful park, great bike/walking trails, pavilions, and tennis and volleyball (including sand vball) courts. Also, a small, rustic venue for events.

Great day for a bike ride!

Beautiful setting along creek. Wonderful area to walk and enjoy nature.

Great place to get a history lesson or just to relax.

Pleasant paved trails amidst a gentle River.

Nice setting along water and prairie/woods.

Very nice walkway & bike path. Nice scenery.

This place is amazing. Beautiful for photos.

Beautiful well kept trail. We saw all kinds of wildlife and walked for hours.

Very pretty! Everyone here was super nice! Great recreation spit for the entire family.

This is my favorite park in the area. Its beautiful, secluded, and rarely overcrowded. I like the historical and musical events they have here as well. The walking trail is nice and connects with several other historic sites. They put on a beautiful Christmas light display every year. Its always clean and well maintained.

Fantastic, ice sculpturer was there, guy has mad skills!

Nice park to visit year round. Went for holiday lights and the winter train display. They have fun family programs year round.

Christmas village at grings mill was beautiful and walkable