Fort Washington State Park
This beautiful park interests historians of the American Revolution. The park takes its name from the redoubt fort built by George Washington's troops in the fall of 1777, before heading to Valley Forge. The park is popular ... visitpa.com
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia is a day trip unto itself. It?s a journey into the nation?s past, tracing the footsteps of George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson through Independence National Historical Park. Get in touch wi... trails.com
Philadelphia: Birthplace Of Independence, Philadelphia,...
Philadelphia is a delicious mlange of contrasts, from the joyful frenzy of the Italian market to the solemn dignity of Independence Hall, from the Mummers Parade to fine jazz?with a huge city park, hundreds of museums and gal... trails.com
Wissahickon Gorge North Loop, Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania
There are two major attractions on this hike that make this an absolute must for serious outdoor lovers. Hikers can investigate the history and the historical significance of Northwest Philadelphia while they?re overwhelmed b... trails.com
Wissahickon River Gorge
The city of Philadelphia boasts the largest municipal park system in the world. At 9,200 acres, Fairmount Park is a conglomerate of public lands throughout the city. One of my personal favorites is the Wissahickon Valley ... localhikes.com
Wissahickon Creek Gorge, Fairmount Park, Philadelphia,...
In northwestern Philadelphia, 8,700-acre Fairmount Park enfolds the spectacular setting and outdoor recreation along 7 miles and 1,800 acres of Wissahickon Creek Gorge. Despite its city location, the park is a remarkable isla... trails.com
Pennypack Preserve, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Pennypack Preserve is a nonprofit trust project consisting of an expanding natural area for protecting and restoring habitat throughout the central Pennypack Creek watershed. The preserve?s fields, forests, and streams repres... trails.com
Fort Washington Trail
General Description Fort Washington State Park offers 3.5 miles of moderate trail in the Militia Hill Day Use Area. The trail weaves around the hardwood forest and open fields. It travels north of Joshua Road creating two ... wildernet.com
Norristown Farm State Park
- This park is operated by the Montgomery County Department of Parks and offers day use activities. With the proximity of the large suburban area, this park receives heavy use. The park's green space is a nice place to ret... wildernet.com
Fort Washington State Park, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
This hike offers lots of greenery and shade in the summer, paved trails all year round, and flowering plants and shrubs in springtime. In the fall it comes alive with color, in time for the migration of hawks, vultures, ospre... trails.com
Wissahickon Gorge, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Inside the western city limits of Philadelphia is a natural retreat hidden in a rugged gorge, with a covered bridge, an old inn, and a statue that commemorates the last Native American chief in the Wissahickon Valley. trails.com
Haverford College, Friends Historical Association
Founded in 1873, the Friends Historical Association preserves the history of the Religious Society of Friends. The association hosts many activities throughout the year including its annual meeting and educational events. visitpa.com
Tyler State Park
- Before becoming a state park, the land was owned by Mr. and Mrs. George F. Tyler who purchased the land between 1919 and 1928. The park was acquired by "Project 70" funding and has been developed using funds from "Projec... wildernet.com
Ridley Creek State Park
- Within the park boundaries is a small 18th century village that grew up around the site of a mill. Now known as Sycamore Mills, the area had been previously named Bishop's Mill and Providence Mill. The miller's house, th... wildernet.com
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge - Accessable Trail -...
About the Accessible Trail The trail is 6/10ths of a mile. A nice easy walk on a boardwalk across the fresh water marsh. About the Refuge The John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum is administered by the Departmen... waymarking.com
Peace Valley Park, Doylestown, Pennsylvania
For walkers, Peace Valley Park is the crown jewel in the Bucks County park system. The park surrounds Lake Galena, a narrow lake more than two miles long that is bounded by hills rising to the north and south. Its facilities ... trails.com