Address: Valley Green Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19128, USA
Phone: +12152470417
Rating: 4.8
based on 329 reviews.
Trails and Hiking
Pros:
"It has miles of interesting trails punctuated by beautiful bridges that overlook Wissahickon Creek."
"Biking routes separate from walking trails when necessary."
"Forbidden Drive is a wide, gravel road that runs along the Wissahikon Creek, perfect for jogging or walking with strollers."
"Trails kept up pretty well."
"Such a great experience doing walking and jogging in the park area, specially enjoyed the hills covered by trees and lots of trails."
"Great park for mountain biking and hiking."
"A large variety of trails that will take you on many challenging runs throughout the park."
Cons:
"Not many exciting views but it’s a pleasant walk."
"However, be warned, the trail parallel to the main gravel trail in the woods near the covered bridge, there's a wasp/hornet/yellow jacket nest."
"The reason why I’m giving it a 2 stars is because the painted trail markers on the trees are NOT visible."
"On weekends you will definitely find yourself walking by groups of people playing loud music and drinking, which is against the parks rules."
"Some of the nicer trails are mixed use for hiking and mountain biking... it takes some of the enjoyment out of hiking when you're constantly looking over your shoulder, waiting the get run over by a bike."
"Theses were unpaved, tricky to navigate, full of rocks and fallen trees."
"The mountain bikes have ruined hiking."
Accessibility and Location
Pros:
"Many trail access points with lots of parking spots, though it can be hard to find on busy days."
"It’s only 20 minute from center city and easy to enter through multiple points."
"There is parking and easy access to the countless trails."
"This place is huge. It has several entrances and It can be confusing when you come back twice, or several times."
"The park is close to Philadelphia and safe."
"20 minutes from downtown Philly. You would never know the city is so close."
"Parking seems always available regardless of how busy."
Cons:
"Parking can be tough and the park is quite crowded on nice days."
"Parking is always a fight so get there early."
"Very minimal parking, but a few different logs so go early and plan ahead by checking out where all the lots are."
"Need more parking. Many cars ticketed for parking on street when lots were full."
"However, there's inevitably limited parking every time you arrive."
"Only complaint is that at some point in the afternoon they close the road that goes to the parking area down by the Inn and the creek, so you have to park way way way far up in this upper lot."
"It is hard to get parking in the main parking lots."
Safety and Cleanliness
Pros:
"The park is well maintained and very clean."
"It's a very clean park except for near the stream that runs through. I believe homeless people camp out down there."
"The park was very clean."
"It’s so well-maintained, stunning and a great way to escape the noise of the city."
"Trails are marked fairly well."
"The trails are well maintained and the signage and maps are pretty clear."
"Thankful for Friends of the Wissahickon for keeping this park protected and beautiful."
Cons:
"Do not go to this park you might get robbed. I was walking my dog yesterday and my car was broken into."
"Unfortunately, you may end up with smashed windows."
"Beautiful park but my car and three others in the parking lot was broken into, windows smashed and my daughter's purse stolen with all her information and credit cards in it."
"First time I saw people drinking beer and smoking marijuana not good for kids wish the park ranger do something about it but didn't even see one."
"The only issue is cars that park on Lincoln dr turn off occasionally get their car window broken into."
"Friends car was broken into, more surveillance is needed this has been recorded for 3 years on Google and I'm sure recorded to the police and nothing has been done for safety either cameras or park rangers."
"As a mother I wouldn't come here alone on weekdays, for safety reasons.. Since It's too lonely."
Amenities and Facilities
Pros:
"There is a super cool restaurant and ice cream spot-the watering holes offer perfect opps for swimming, picnicking and dog walking- bring those leashes!"
"Been coming to feed the ducks since I was a baby. I'm now 42. I still love it. I recently had brunch at the valley green Inn."
"They have a nice bar and restaurant! Good for after a nice kayak trip!"
"There is also an historic Inn, the Valley Green Inn, that is a great spot for brunch and romantic dining."
"The Valley Park Inn, one of the best restaurants in the City!"
"Valley cafe was also very good right across the river and prices were very affordable."
"Stop at the Valley Green Inn for a delicious lunch or dinner or bring your own picnic."
Cons:
"No bathrooms anywhere so I won't be going back."
"A little light on facilities for restrooms so be aware."
"Not too many options with restrooms, or parking for that matter."
"However I wish there was a way to treat the water, so it didn't smell bad, when the wind blows..you might want to hold ur breath..lol."
"People use this place for diving and grilling and leave garbage behind smells bad and water is full of cans and drink containers."
"While no fault of the park itself, there can be quite a bit of trash, especially at places like Devil's Pool."
"Some people can't find the trash cans 10 feet away, so we collected the debris."