If your family has been enjoying the outdoors or looking for something new to do as a family, we've gathered some information on local hiking, walking, and biking spots for your family.
Use the website links and included contact information to confirm whether facilities are open and accessible. Please practice social distance and CDC recommendations as you enjoy these local spots. Please note that while some locations have restrooms they may not be accessible due to COVID-19 restrictions. The restrictions are subject to change at any point.
Binky Lee
Chester Springs, PA
https://natlands.org/binky-lee-preserve/
- hiking, dog-walking
- Download the Natural Lands app for other great locations and information
Bryn Coed
Chester Springs, PA
https://natlands.org/bryn-coed-preserve/
- multiple hiking trails, dog walking permitted
- Download the Natural Lands app for other great locations and information
ChesLen Preserve
Coatesville, PA
https://natlands.org/cheslen-preserve/
- hiking, kayaking/canoeing available
Chester Valley Trail
Multiple access points including in Exton and Malvern
https://www.chesco.org/1239/Chester-Valley-Trail
- paved trail - walking, jogging, strollers, in-line skating and dogs permitted, restrooms available at Exton Park and Battle of the Clouds Park (both are also great access points for families as there is a park area there)
Struble Trail
Downingtown, PA
https://www.chesco.org/1750/Struble-Trail
- Paved trail with riding bicycles, running, hiking and walking
Parish Trail
Kennett Square, PA
https://kennettlandandtrails.com/map/?marker=235
- gravel/stone trail for walking and biking
Pennsbury Township Park
Chadds Ford, PA
http://www.pennsbury.pa.us/screens/index.php?cL=3&p=tpark&c=3
- walking trails
Newlin Grist Mill
Glen Mills, PA
https://www.newlingristmill.org/
- trails open, parking is limited, restrooms and fishing closed due to COVID-19 - check Newling Grist Mill website for updates
Okehocking Preserve
Newtown Square, PA
https://www.willistown.pa.us/facilities/facility/details/Okehocking-Preserve-6
- Parking located off Delchester Road and off Route 3
Wawa Preserve
Media, PA
https://natlands.org/wawa-preserve/
- hiking, parking available on Valley Road.
- Download the Natural Lands app for other great locations and information
If your family's favorite hiking spot is not listed - send it to us! Email Jen (jena@macaronikid.com) with the details similar to the above and we'll get it added! If you try out one of these trails, snap a pic and tag us @mackidwchester or @kennettsquaremackid on Instagram and we'll share it!
Additionally, if you find that information in this guide needs updating due to the continually changing times, please email us with any updates or relevant information.
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