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Best Day Hikes Near Philly

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In and around Philly, Pennsylvania has some spectacular nature walks and hikes. Whether you’re a birder, a waterfall lover, or just want to get some steps in outside, there’s a trail or a park for you. Producer Abby Fritz speaks with Jim Cheney, the writer and photographer behind the travel website UncoveringPA.com, about the best day hikes in our area, just in time to make your spring trail wishlist. 

The hikes, parks, and nature walks mentioned in this episode, in order:

  • Wissahickon Gorge
  • John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge
  • Valley Forge National Historical Park and the Mount Misery hike
  • Ridley Creek State Park
  • Marsh Creek State Park 
  • Nottingham Park Serpentine Barrens
  • Ringing Rocks Park
  • Lehigh Gorge State Park and the Tank Hollow Trail
  • Ricketts Glen State Park and the Falls Trail System
  • Cliff Park Trail System/Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
  • Bushkill Falls

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