Port Providence Trailhead - Schuylkill River Trail — Attraction in Upper Providence Township

This trail head used to mark the transition from the Schuylkill River Trail to the local roads leading into Phoenixville. It still does that but now the trail also continues onward along the old canal path that runs between the canal and the river. You can follow this trail all the way into Phoenixville without ever getting on the road, avoiding the busy intersection where Walnut and Bridge Street meet.

This section is cinders and is frequented by fishermen and walkers so cyclists are advised to reduce their speed and enjoy the scenery.

The trail head provides restrooms with running water, water fountains, picnic tables, plenty of parking, and...

This is a beautiful trail alongside Delaware canal just across from the Delaware river. Soon, this trail will be opened from Windsor NY down to Bristol, PA through varied connections. It's not wide, but theres plenty of areas to "pull over" to let others pass or to allow extra distance, but really, walking past other is just fine w the width of the trail. You can see a dog park, Fitzwater station is a bar/bbq that also rents kayaks for those interested in a small water activity it's a calm waterway (no current), so easy to paddle. Montgomery County also has signs to participate in hiking activities, they link to websites for additional...

Great place to start your ride on the Schuylkill River Trail and head south. Parking here is free and not time limited like some of the southern access parking areas. This is 26.2 miles from where the trails start in Philadelphia. The trail is well maintained until you get into Philadelphia. (NOTE: It can get a bit smelly near Norristown when you pass the two waste water treatment facilities.)

Port Province Trailhead had picnic tables, bathrooms and a bike repair station. It has a water trail landing where you can access the Schuylkill River. This place also has...