We had a great day on the Wissahickon Trail. We parked at Northwest Ave near Chestnut Hill College - rode down the trail to Ridge Ave. Crossed to the Schuylkill River trail and went east - passing the boat houses - to the Art Museum and from there along the river to the JFK Blvd. steps. (nice bike wheel groove so you don't have to lift the bike on the shoulder). Rode to 30th St. Station - about a block away. Took Septa regional rail to Chestnut Hill West station. Rolled downhill back to car down Germantown Ave to Northwest Ave. 12 miles total on odometer. Really nice day.

We have done this trail many times and it's always been a favorite of the kids. Gorgeous scenery and a trailside snack on the way. You can't go wrong on this trail for a great family ride. Trail is a mix of crushed rock and dirt, so leave your road bike at home.

The Wissahickon Valley is a great destination for all ages to bike, hike, or run. The upper trails foliage lend great cover from the hot summer weather. Excellent place to get outdoors with the whole family.

Montgomery County will begin construction to the Morris Aboretum in March 2005 and to Fort Washington State Park by the end of 2005.

"This is a highly accessible bicycling destination from downtown Philladelphia. The rolling creek, massive sycamore and poplar trees, and the steep hillsides often make me forget that I am still within the city limits."