Glen Fern — Attraction in Philadelphia

I would give it a better rating for the aesthetics aspect, however, it's hard to admire the full beauty of the place when people, who are most likely not locals, are so carelessly and intentionally dumping large amounts of trash in the area. You would think if you are there to enjoy the view as well as experience the calmness of the  creek, you would honor the grounds and keep them clean. Although it looks public, it's technically not as it is being kept by a new set of people who adhere to keeping the inside private which is understandable; so I was very kindly recommended to take pictures from a distance. The park rangers/parking authorities need to do better jobs at making sure unauthorized parking and trash dumping are handled accordingly, otherwise, this will just be another drug infested run down forgotten trash filled site to add to Philadelphia's poor reputation instead of having a reputation for what it naturally was: beauty , serenity, and a nice part of...

Nice old mill house. Glen Fern is the former property of wealthy and influential miller Thomas Livezey that dates back to 1747. In its day, the sprawling farmstead at the edge of the Wissahickon Creek featured one of the largest mills in the colonies. Unfortunately, the mill itself was torn down after being purchased by the city of Philadelphia in 1868.

Looks like the house is a private residence. I would have loved to have...

Walked from Bells Mill rd along the creek to the "devils pool" it is one of the most peaceful meditative answers to a busy world. It's 2.5 mile walk or run. From the Green Valley in about a half mile.... careful on the steps and...