Despite the feeling of quiet wilderness, visitors find plenty of history in Wissahickon Valley Park. The Wissahickon Gorge belongs to the Piedmont Province of Pennsylvania, a strip of sloping land rising …

The village of Wissahickon was founded by officials of the Pencoyd Iron Works in the late nineteenth century. Beginning in the 1880s, growing numbers of mill owners and wealthy bu

Feb 19, 2025 · There are so many fabulous hiking trails at Wissahickon Valley Park. From easy and accessible (Forbidden Drive) to fun and moderately challenging (the Orange Trail), there is …

Want to explore Wissahickon Valley Park, but don’t know where to start? Consult our map to the park’s access points, plus what trails to travel for a day of outdoor exploration.

Wissahickon Creek runs through the park and is a popular spot for fishing, as it’s stocked with trout every spring. The park has also been deemed an Audobahn important bird area thanks to its status …

Explore an interactive FOW map in the palm of your hand, plus information on all things Wissahickon and self-guided tours of the park by downloading the FOW Map app on your mobile phone.

With 57 miles of trails and a lush 1,800-acre gorge, Wissahickon Valley Park is the perfect place to escape into the beauty of Pennsylvania countryside. Walk, bike, or ride horseback through this …

May 21, 2025 · Wissahickon isn’t just a place to hike—it’s a community hub. Local groups like Friends of the Wissahickon (FOW) organize cleanups, guided hikes, and even trail challenges to explore every …

Feb 24, 2025 · If you are a first-time visitor to Wissahickon, you might not know where to find them. That’s where this list comes in handy, which includes 10 of the best features inside Wissahickon, …

Want to find the best trails in Wissahickon Valley Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 27 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with …