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So far I've only hiked miles 1 through 6 on this trail, so I can't speak on miles 6 through 12. But so far, this general section of the trail (which is miles 1-3) is my favorite. It's got interesting scenery, & there's easy access to the Gwynedd Nature preserve. It's also very well marked, so you're not going to get lost. It is also very easy to access via public transport-I live in Philadelphia, & there's several access points that are within 1 mile or less from the train station. And North Wales is very walkable (as far as there being lots of sidewaks) compared to other suburbs, so it isn't a problem getting there from...
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Very pretty rustic, packed dirt trail that meanders along Wissahickon creek through meadows and woodlands. Starts at Parkside Place Park in North Wales and continues 12 miles, point to point to Wissahickon Park. I walked from Parkside Place to Swedesford Rd and back for about a 6 mile round trip. The trail continues across Swedesford Rd (trail markers visible) to Wissahickon Park. Since the trail follows Wissahickon Creek and is a dirt trail, rain, snow, ice will impact trail conditions. There are some elevated wooden walkways that may help flooded paths. Overall, this is a beautiful trail and ...
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Well, I only got to walk about about .75 miles of this trail, and I will definitely be coming back. Went there with two of my kids, but we got there a bit too late, so I had to turn around after about 20 minutes.
The little that I did makes me want to come back. You can see the beauty in the pictures. Flowers everywhere, nice walking trail which tempts you to bring a bike (there is a no biking sign), a little creek, and the sounds of birds in the air. I will update you when I return...
Fyi..Upper Gwynedd park is at the beginning so you have playground, bathroom, courts...
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