Brandywine Creek River Loop is a 4.8 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Wilmington, Delaware that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
dogs on leash
hiking
nature trips
walking
bird watching
running
forest
river
views
wild flowers
The starting point is at the Brandywine Creek State Park office where free trail maps are available.
rocky at times
Nice loop trail mostly along the edge of the creek. A little muddy and overgrown in places but not bad. The $8 entrance fee for non-DE residents will keep me from returning as there are better free options in PA.
Beautiful location; however, there is an $8.00 fee for out of state visitors, $4.00 for locals.
Pat Tames recorded Brandywine Creek River Loop
Very peaceful for the most part. More traffic than I expected, including families with kids and dogs off leash. Very enjoyable.
This is a great local hike. You can add smaller connecting trails to lengthen the hike.
Lovely walk for a crisp sunny day in Fall.
Lots of great trails and beautiful scenery
It is not a long hike but it is quite hilly. Part of the walk you spend by the Brandywine Creek and the rest is going up and down hills. There are nice views and I find it the most beautiful during the fall when the trees are changing colors.
Not a very exciting hike. Muddy trails, not always marked well. The best part was the water rapids. I would say it's a family friendly place, with picnic tables and a nice nature center.
