Wissahickon Valley Park, Philadelphia
120 W Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
1,800 acres · 50 miles of trails
Amid Philadelphia's Wissahickon Valley Park, leashed dogs explore 50 miles of wooded trails beside the creek. Shaded paths offer water access, parking areas, restrooms, and trash cans for convenience. Watch for uneven terrain on hikes.
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- Park
- Wissahickon Valley Park, Philadelphia
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Coordinates
- 40.0789, -75.2039
- Size
- 1,800 acres
- Trail miles
- 50
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.9 / 5 (3,210 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.9 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.9 from 3,210 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,800 acres of room
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Dog policy
1,800-acre wooded valley with 50 miles of trails along Wissahickon Creek. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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