Wissahickon Creek Gorge Loop Trail is a 9.4 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Immerse yourself in a true nature experience just outside of the bustling city of Philadelphia on this gorgeous hike through Wissahickon Gorge. Following the white and orange trail on the east side of the creek and Forbidden Drive on the west, you’ll feel hundreds of miles away from the city despite being less than an hours drive away. As you walk the banks of the creek and cross covered bridges over the creek waters listen for the abundant birdlife as the chorus of chickadees, blue jays, and woodpeckers echoes through the forest. Start or end your hike with a snack or treat from the Valley Green Inn that sits right in the heart of Fairmount Park. It is almost too easy to spend a full day here walking in the woods.
There are several parking areas that offer access to the trail.
Fairmount Park Commission, 215-685-0000 Friends of Wissahickon http://www.fow.org/
April 5, 2021Wonderful trail. So many great places to explore. Couldn’t ask for anything more. Great for kids. Lots of cute doggos is a plus.
April 5, 2021Whew
April 4, 2021great trail. there is a lot to explore.
April 3, 2021Awesome.
March 28, 2021Great hike to spend a full day. No tough elevation gain and the hike is along the river so it's very scenic and exciting. Lot of spots to sit and relax by the river.
March 26, 2021Easy hike along a very beautiful river and rapids.
March 20, 2021March 14, 2021Trail was muddy at points. Beautiful views of the creek. Fun bridge crossings. Minimal elevation gain. A great hike! 
March 14, 2021March 10, 2021east side rough for older dogs but worth it. Be pretty experienced do do it all.
March 6, 2021Little icy, but not bad overall. Beware of dogs off leash with dimwitted owners. Besides that, great hike!
February 6, 2021February 6, 2021Gorgeous
January 30, 2021January 24, 2021January 16, 2021Good overall but there were loads of people in the most part
January 10, 2021January 2, 2021Awesome, very challenging and scenic. Would recommend for experienced hikers.
December 30, 2020December 29, 2020Great trail, got alittle off track, but still enjoyed the journey. Was alittle muddy in certain areas on trails, but not horribly.
December 27, 2020It was lit and adventurous but a lil muddy and icy ;)
December 26, 2020December 20, 2020it was very nice out there today snow was beautiful
December 13, 2020December 12, 2020Moderately busy, nice, easy trail with few rock out cropping to break it up.
December 12, 2020November 27, 2020Beautiful and nice!
November 22, 2020November 21, 2020Wonderful park with a lot to see. We liked how one side was rough country and the other side was a nice smooth paved walk way.
November 14, 2020Such an amazing hike! First time here and will definitely be back!
