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Pennypack Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 410 Google reviews · Running trail in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Pennypack Trail'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.
Public park featuring a recreational trail that's suitable for biking, hiking, and walking.
What runners say about Pennypack Trail
“Pennypack Trail is a fairly well maintained trail that runs through Montgomery county to the outskirts of Philly, most of the trail is gravel, with some paved sections.”
“The southern route is a quite a bit busier, it ends around Shady Lane (Rockledge), it also runs along Pennypack Creek with some pretty scenic views.”
“The trail is clean, well-maintained, and stretches out beautifully with plenty of shade from trees and the calming sound of the creek running alongside it.”
“Pennypack Trail is a hidden gem that has something for everyone—whether you’re out for a peaceful walk, a bike ride, a morning run, or just want to connect with nature.”
One of the best walking trail I have ever been to. This trail was introduced to us by our friends and am so glad that they did. The nature there is absolutely stunning, with great trees, streams of water , wide open fields , great birding spot & wildlife.
Pennypack Trail is a hidden gem that has something for everyone—whether you’re out for a peaceful walk, a bike ride, a morning run, or just want to connect with nature.
Penny Pack trail is super long, takes you along beautiful woods and across multiple bridges. I've been going here since I was a kid and will continue to go as long as I'm in the area.
I road from the most northern parking lot almost to the Delaware river. About 13 mi both ways. The graffiti started to get heavy on the southern end. I kind of got the impression that a locals didn't take as much pride in it closer to the Delaware.
Trail conditions & character
“The southern route is a quite a bit busier, it ends around Shady Lane (Rockledge), it also runs along Pennypack Creek with some pretty scenic views.”
“Pennypack Trail is a fairly well maintained trail that runs through Montgomery county to the outskirts of Philly, most of the trail is gravel, with some paved sections.”
“Pennypack Trail is a fairly well maintained trail that runs through Montgomery county to the outskirts of Philly, most of the trail is gravel, with some paved sections.”
“The trail is clean, well-maintained, and stretches out beautifully with plenty of shade from trees and the calming sound of the creek running alongside it.”
“The Byberry lot is around 2/3rd mark, the northern path was well shaded, fairly peaceful.”
“Pennypack Trail is a hidden gem that has something for everyone—whether you’re out for a peaceful walk, a bike ride, a morning run, or just want to connect with nature.”
Plan your run at Pennypack Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemontcopa.org
- Phone+1 215-947-3477
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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