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Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust
4.8 ★★★★★ 694 Google reviews · Running trail in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust'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.
Hiking area with meadows, ponds and woods offering views of a private farm.
What runners say about Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust
“We hiked to the visitor center where we were welcomed and had questions answered by a volunteer, The restoration is well maintained and I'd like to go back some day.”
“Beautiful gem, straightforward path, comforting canopy of trees, quaint houses, babbling brooks, curious critters, peaceful river, historical interest.”
“Beautiful gem, straightforward path, comforting canopy of trees, quaint houses, babbling brooks, curious critters, peaceful river, historical interest.”
“The water is wonderful, constantly flowing and clean my dog loves swimming in it and I'm quite sure people love to also.”
Love this park the trails are super clean an open you can see the deer when they walk around. Which is great for the kids. Theirs a ton of animal activity between the birds, deer and whatever else you are lucky to encounter.
What a beautiful and peaceful place! I recommend arriving on the earlier side so you can get a little peace and quiet. I absolutely loved this trail and will return again.
This a great alternative getaway and tucked away hiking paradise that doesn’t require a long drive from the suburbs of Montgomery County. Smaller than Wissahickon, yet plenty of beautiful views, a horse stable, and a green house garden with multiple bird feeders to watch exotic species from a few lounge chairs to…
This preserve located on 2955 Edge Hill Road in Huntingdon Valley, Montgomery is my favorite walking park. It's a diverse ecosystem that you can cover in one day's walk. Rolling hills across open meadows that offer 2 views of the private Raytharn farm. One at the start and one at the end of the trails.
Trail conditions & character
“The water is wonderful, constantly flowing and clean my dog loves swimming in it and I'm quite sure people love to also.”
“Beautiful gem, straightforward path, comforting canopy of trees, quaint houses, babbling brooks, curious critters, peaceful river, historical interest.”
“The restroom at the Visitor Center is the best public bathroom I have used in quite some time!”
“Beautiful gem, straightforward path, comforting canopy of trees, quaint houses, babbling brooks, curious critters, peaceful river, historical interest.”
“This preserve located on 2955 Edge Hill Road in Huntingdon Valley, Montgomery is my favorite walking park.”
“There is another parking area at the far end of the park on Byberry Road before Mason's Mill Road.”
Plan your run at Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- 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, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitepennypacktrust.org
- Phone+1 215-657-0830
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | 12–2 pm |
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