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  • Trip Along a Tributary: The Cresheim Trail with Lisa Donahue and Jon McCabe

    Corner of St. Martins Lane and Huron Street, St. Martins Lane and Huron Street, Philadelphia, 19118

    Meeting at the St. Martins Lane Trailhead (see map here) There is street parking on St. Martins Lane near our meeting location. Please note there will not be bathroom access during the hike. Come along on a trip up and down the Cresheim Trail as we explore the Cresheim Creek area of the Wissahickon. We will encounter some ruins, discuss the watershed, and learn some history of this part of the park. Children 12 years of age and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult, but please, no dogs except for service animals. Distance: 4 miles Level: Difficult (many inclines and

  • The Fingerspan Bridge: A Favorite Fitness Hike with Shuchi Rodgers and Debbie Hoellein

    Corner of St. Martins Lane and Huron Street, St. Martins Lane and Huron Street, Philadelphia, 19118

    Meeting at St. Martins Lane and Huron Street Join us for a dynamic fitness hike through some of the Wissahickon’s most beautiful and varied landscapes! We’ll start along Cresheim Creek, exploring different kinds of terrain, and visit highlights like the Fingerspan Bridge by Jody Pinto, the Frog Pond, and more. This 2-hour hike has become a favorite go-to adventure in the Wissahickon—it is challenging, scenic, and deeply rewarding. This hike is appropriate for adults ages 18+, and service dogs are welcome. Please note: this is a difficult hike designed for fitness enthusiasts ready for a fun, heart-pumping journey through the