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Wissahickon Creek Viewpoint – Wissahickon Creek Waterfall loop from Highland

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Wissahickon Creek Viewpoint – Wissahickon Creek Waterfall loop from Highland

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2.8

(19)

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Wissahickon Creek Viewpoint – Wissahickon Creek Waterfall loop from Highland

02:48

22.9km

390m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 22, 2026

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Wissahickon Valley Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.28 km

Wissahickon Creek Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

It’s worth the effort to ride or hike down tough trails. Even though it’s in Philly, the Wissahickon Park has some really beautiful, peaceful spots, like this rock jutting out into the rapids.

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7.63 km

This trail offers lush green surroundings, alternating between shaded and open segments. The terrain features occasional rocky patches, enhancing the challenge. Throughout the hike, you'll have the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of numerous wildflowers and various types of mushrooms that line the path.

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20.5 km

Wissahickon Creek Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Wissahickon Creek flows over an old man-made stone shelf to create a wide waterfall that you can walk out towards on slabs of stone that rise up from the riverbed.

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22.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.82 km

5.83 km

3.99 km

2.84 km

1,000 m

394 m

Surfaces

10.3 km

5.48 km

4.48 km

1.16 km

1.09 km

300 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Today

Thursday 16 July

34°C

23°C

14 %

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