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East Branch Brandywine Trail - South Access, M John Johnson Nature Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Running trail in West Chester, Pennsylvania · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from East Branch Brandywine Trail - South Access, M John Johnson Nature Area's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about East Branch Brandywine Trail - South Access, M John Johnson Nature Area
“Greatest place for walk real long trails and East Bradford township does a amazing job keeping it clean and safe for everyone Thanks”
“The trail was busy with dog walkers and baby strollers.”
This lot has quick easy access to the Branywine Trail and one handicapped spot. This trail is paved and handicapped accessible. There is a trail information kiosk at the entrance. The parking lot is small and narrow making it difficult for longer vehicles.
I made my first visit to this fine trail on Sunday October 22, 2023. The weather was clear but obnoxiously windy so I left my bike in the car and went for a walk. The trail was busy with dog walkers and baby strollers. Very enjoyable morning.
I've hiked here 4-6 times a week for well over 3 years. A wonderful trail any time of year...
Greatest place for walk real long trails and East Bradford township does a amazing job keeping it clean and safe for everyone Thanks
Trail conditions & character
“The parking lot is small and narrow making it difficult for longer vehicles.”
“The trail was busy with dog walkers and baby strollers.”
“A nice mix of rustic paved paths and easy to moderate trails.”
“The trail was busy with dog walkers and baby strollers.”
Plan your run at East Branch Brandywine Trail - South Access, M John Johnson Nature Area
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteeastbradford.org
- Phone(610) 436-5108
- Social Facebook
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