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Smedley Park (Delaware County Park)
20 Papermill Rd, Springfield, PA 19064, United States
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D.
Review №1

This park served as a great meeting place for a socially distanced morning hang out with a friend. There was ample parking in the small lot for the 9am hour. Theres a grass field & large-ish picnic tables adjacent to the lot & thats where we sat. The area was clean & quiet; great for dogs & or children. There are trails off of this main area that we didnt explore. The main area is spacious enough to go without a mask, but its a good idea to have one on you, just in case. Ill definitely return to further explore the park & its trails!

Bo
Review №2

I love this park, its in a nice part of Springfield. Theres a nice creek and lots of cool nature scenery around the back field. Great place to play fetch with your dog. Beware because there are beavers in the creek, they were chewing the trees down.

Br
Review №3

Well cared for, very clean park for walking, hiking, biking and picnicing. Our 4 month old Lab enjoyed himself a lot!

ga
Review №4

Smedley park makes you feel like you are in an episode of paranormal activity...especially under the bridge area and the deep wooded trails. Great spot to film a horror flick Lots of little fishies for kids to fish. If they are not at least 14 inches you should throw them back so we can have big fishes in the future. nice spot!

Am
Review №5

Great fishing spot. Everyone around super friendly. Was really cool seeing dogs walk around. This was just a pure fishing trip for boyfriend and I but its a beautiful park. First time for me but I look forward to visiting again and looking around enjoying the scenery

Ke
Review №6

Great place for families, to go and let the kids run around . Nice small play ground area.My dog loves going there and just being able to check things out on his own.

Em
Review №7

This is such a great all purpose under utilized park. We love to come here. Very family friendly.

Sh
Review №8

Beautiful but fllods out quickly with rain.

To
Review №9

Nice quiet little set of hiking trails along quaint Crum Creek, marred a little only by the overhead superhighway.. yikes!

Er
Review №10

Nice place. Good for hiking and mountain bikes

M
Review №11

It smells like bad sewage not enough smooth surface for kids to actually ride their bikes. Dont go towards the bridge theres a pipeline there

Wh
Review №12

Love this park and trail. Bike, hike, walk, sit... Go!

Ry
Review №13

I have a great time Every time in here. I love it. Great family day out.

Su
Review №14

Nice place to sit and read a book. Or go for a hike in the woods.

da
Review №15

This park was absolutely gorgeous. I recommend taking the road all the way to the end, Papermill or whatever that road is called, and parking all the way at the end then taking the east side of the Creek Trail. Its a pretty steep climb actually so I dont recommend going if its too wet or if you have trouble with that.

Cl
Review №16

It was great! nice trails to ride on!

Bi
Review №17

Plenty of trails for walking, and lots of room for kids to be kids!

Zu
Review №18

I Didi not see playground fercilities for kid, or I missed it in the small park?

Je
Review №19

Big fan of this party. Ive been hiking here for years. Lots to do for families, dog owners or loners like myself

Sa
Review №20

Lovely and small park for a couple hrs tops. Great photo opportunity though

Sy
Review №21

Beautiful place to go with the family. I just need the trails to be labeled better so we can feel comfortable to walk the trails.

Ma
Review №22

The playground was outdated but the park is beautiful

Cl
Review №23

Great tucked away mid-day/weekend park. Use of the park runs from very light to moderate traffic on a week day and a bit heavier on some weekends.Four to five different parking lots, clean, well-kept park with small trails and a stream through and especially accessible in the back by the multi-purpose fields.Sometimes encounter dog walkers and almost always friendly folks. A quiet space to read, write and think, stroll and have a mini-respite from the bustle just outside the entrance. One way out, one way into a tranquil place

Ke
Review №24

So many trails to discover.Cool spot to chill....

Ge
Review №25

Love having something like this so close by. Lots of forest paths and big open fields.

Ir
Review №26

More of a hiking trail, not for the average person just wanting to be walking..plenty of parking too.

Ro
Review №27

Great place to go for a walk the puppy!

An
Review №28

At least two large fields, two playgrounds, plenty of trails to hike, streams running throughout, and lots of parking ... Ive been loving walking my dog here and taking some time to play fetch in the fields. Its a little soggy on the playing fields, so wear shoes that will keep you dry!

Je
Review №29

Nice clean hiking trails.

Li
Review №30

Multiple large fields and a few hiking trails. Great for dog walking

Ke
Review №31

Playground equipment needs to be fixed and upgraded.

Ki
Review №32

Needs serious improvements for safety. I don’t understand why they let it be so unsafe and rundown for so long. Could be such a great spot.

Ka
Review №33

Great park! Have been going there for years. Have had family picnics & kids birthday parties there. Walk the trails with my husband. Great place to pack a lunch and spend the day, it just pop in for an hour or two...

Ed
Review №34

Very nice

sh
Review №35

Me and my lil brother got a good workout in

Ja
Review №36

Great trails, great people.

An
Review №37

Great place

As
Review №38

Great time fishing and hiking. Tons of space.

ke
Review №39

You have to drive down to bottom parking lot. Then the bike trails and hiking trails begin. Bring pepper spray. People walking dogs off leash.

Je
Review №40

Very nice place to visit . Bring the family. My father played a lot of ball there. Its kind of my point of contact when i want to remember or feel his presence. Nice walking trails and lots of nature for all to enjoy.

Vi
Review №41

Beautiful park. We followed a bike trail for a bit and it was nice. Well maintained.

Hb
Review №42

Clean, quiet, lots to see on the walking paths

bu
Review №43

Great Mountain Biking/hiking trails. Love to visit

El
Review №44

One of my absolute favorite parks; its just so beautiful and expansive!

Al
Review №45

Small park by the Springfield Mall. Two play areas for the kids and a lot of open space to run. The swings were down when we went. Also you have to walk down a lot of stairs to the park and its very hilly. Just be aware if you have mobility or balancing issues.

Su
Review №46

Love smedley park its my favorite spot in Delco!

Er
Review №47

Had a great time there with Harold O Davis summer campers. Linked up with local boy scouts from the area that taught the summer camper valuable survival skills.

Ke
Review №48

Rocky have to go under highway train crates your child could easily fall off at the end non child friendly graffiti lots of bumps and ditches horrible my family will never go back

Tr
Review №49

Nice little hike

St
Review №50

Best park ever

St
Review №51

Great place for Mt Biking. Even better since we can ride from our house. Lots of technical trails. Not really a beginer place IMO. Lots of creek crossings, roots and various terrain. There are few easy paths bur they dont last long.

Jo
Review №52

Great place to go

Mi
Review №53

An off the path quiet quint park in Delaware county. Never too crowded. Shaded play area for the children of all ages. Parking is not an issue. A shared bike and walk path through the wooded park. Dog Friendly. Pls always curb n lease your pets.Not handicapped friendly.So keep in mind strollers will be difficult to get to the play area. Picnic tables and lots of Maple and Poplar trees to relax underand enjoy nature sounds along with an occasional trolley that rolls through.

Th
Review №54

Doggie haha

Mo
Review №55

DIRT BIKES AND ATVS NOT ALLOWED. Park is for walkers bikers and joggers. LAME

Ro
Review №56

Springfield Trail is a real gem! Cant wait for it to be better signed throughout.

Ch
Review №57

Great trails

Pa
Review №58

Great place for dogs to burn off the extra energy they have also good for socializing them.

Za
Review №59

I mean. Its ok?

R
Review №60

This 120+ acre parkSmedley Park, located on 120 acres of land between Media and Springfield, attracts many outdoor enthusiast, scout groups, and local sports teams. The park has a picnic pavilion with one working barbecue and broken barbecue. The park has two playgrounds for children, ball fields, trails and walking bridges over Cum Creek. The park also has the Environmental Center and the Lewis House, headquarters of Penn States Cooperative Extension of Delaware County.

Ro
Review №61

Would like more of a trail park but its just mostly a wide area of grass and ground.

Ja
Review №62

Great park

To
Review №63

Nice, relaxing small park. A good place to picnic.

Bi
Review №64

Nice hike....great memories

Fr
Review №65

Nice place to walk with the dogs.

Ol
Review №66

I like smedley park

La
Review №67

Great place to mtb and walk dogs. Trails are always kept clean and organized.

Ti
Review №68

Treacherous trails, great workout hiking them. Beautiful scenery, streams, waterfally things, BUGS! NO WATER AREAS PREPARE!! Fallen trees look like gnome homes. Lol. Fun to explore.

Am
Review №69

Very nice park. Well maintained soccer field. Nice place to ride ur bike.

Ru
Review №70

Its so beautiful and clean, the air is fantastic. I would recommend anyone to go here

Mi
Review №71

Very cool and lots of fun trails

Je
Review №72

Fishing was great. Alot of small fish for small kids. Its great

We
Review №73

Sit back..relax..enjoy!!

Si
Review №74

This is a great park with a playground and lots of open space to bring your dog.

Ta
Review №75

A very quiet place to sit especially when stress

Li
Review №76

Smedley is a great place to hike with the kids and observe nature.

Da
Review №77

Always a nice park to walk around in, usually pretty clean, and police make presence known alot which is nice to make others feel comfortable

Jo
Review №78

Fun for the whole family

Ky
Review №79

The porta pottys are filthy! The grounds look unkept for gatherings. The mens and ladies rooms were locked! The grounds are to steep downward for seniors. They fear falling. The grounds are also riddled with tree roots protruding upward as potential tripping hazards. Overall the park appears neglected. Realizing it is a public park, the picnic areas need to be inspected regularly and better lavatory facilities need to be provided. Wont be going back till changes are made!

Sh
Review №80

A great little slice of nature and a wonderful place to spend time with the family or to take a walk.

St
Review №81

My family lives across the street from the park.its a great place to enjoy the outdoors

Da
Review №82

Lots of space for activities.

Ge
Review №83

Great outdoor experience for hiking, picnicking, kite flying, soccer, fishing, being surrounded by flora and fauna just seconds from the blue route. We will be returning.

Ch
Review №84

Very pretty trail. Somewhat busy, but still nice.

Ro
Review №85

Nice little haven in the middle of suburbia. Great network of Mtb trails.

Ah
Review №86

Nice quiet place to walk during day.

TH
Review №87

Really fun play ground and trail

I
Review №88

Great place to make a legal u-turn.If I get a chance to spend more time I will expand on this.

da
Review №89

Went there for a family picnic. The park has playground toys for children and picnic tables for your use. There are also bathrooms and Porta-potties available. Grass is well maintained. We had a pleasant experience there.

Ch
Review №90

Nice and open!

Kr
Review №91

Great time with my puppy Pez

Bo
Review №92

A hidden gem right in the middle of Delaware county. Great for biking, hiking, nature exploring, picnics, dog walking & running.

Kr
Review №93

I do not recall visiting this park.

Ro
Review №94

Nice, clean, and big. Love taking my kids here. Tons to do.. trails, play grounds, open fields. Great.

Di
Review №95

Wonderful park for walking through tucked away in Springfield. There are clear paths, but no clear markings for where they go, so for those who like to wonder or have a good natural sense of direction, its great. The trails sit under 476 so the park has a lot of road noise, but that didnt bother me. There are at least two playgrounds with the biggest one being all the way at the end of the road.

dw
Review №96

It is still just a nice park and great trails for hiking

Da
Review №97

Beautiful park good trail for young kids or anyone just looking to explore nature

An
Review №98

For 60 years I have been coming to Smedley Park. I loved the swings and see saws as a child. I used the vita course until it disappeared. I love the creek even though it is not clean water. An old paper mill created toxic waste, I was told today, and even though a huge clean up happened, it is still not clean. There is nothing like a trail in the cool woods along a creek on a hot day. My dog enjoys swishing in the creek to cool off. I like to search for garnets in the streams.It helps to know that this park is patrolled. Drug users seem to like the 140 acres too. Fortunately the bikers are considerate of the hikers on these sometimes narrow and steep trails.

Mi
Review №99

Great hike!

Bo
Review №100

Nice park, watch for bugs though.

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  • Address:20 Papermill Rd, Springfield, PA 19064, United States
  • Site:http://delcopa.gov/departments/parks/smedley.html
  • Phone:+1 610-891-4663
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Park
Working hours
  • Monday:7am–8pm
  • Tuesday:7am–8pm
  • Wednesday:7am–8pm
  • Thursday:7am–8pm
  • Friday:7am–8pm
  • Saturday:7am–8pm
  • Sunday:7am–8pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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