Trails
Experience the Trails
Montgomery County offers its residents and visitors a premier trail system. The Montgomery County Division of Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites is responsible for constructing and maintaining all county trails. We currently have nearly 100 miles of regional county trails connecting greenways, waterways, and heritage corridors within Montgomery County and are planning to construct additional trail miles.
We diligently enhance, promote, and protect these valuable natural assets. We strive to provide trail visitors with an exceptional experience while they traverse through Montgomery County on foot, bicycle, or even horseback. View a map of the trails and plan your next adventure.
ALL COUNTY PARKS, TRAILS & HISTORIC SITES ARE NOW SMOKE FREE. NO SMOKING (INCLUDING VAPORIZERS) OF ANY KIND IS ALLOWED.
Looking to Hold an Event?
Montgomery County understands there may be times when organizations would like to use our trails for formal activities and events, such as walks and rides. Any organization that would like to use our trails for an organized event must first contact the park nearest to where the event will begin. All events must be registered and organizers will need to complete a Special Use Permit Application. Applications are due a minimum of 90 days prior to your event date for approval. The county assesses fees for Special Use permits.
Event organizers are required to comply with all rules and regulations set forth by the county. Trails should be left in as good or better condition after the event, and all trash and signs should be removed. Please note that no events will be scheduled that preclude regular visitation to the trail or require closure of the trail or park to the general public, and no races will be permitted. Organizations looking to use a trail for fundraising must be a registered nonprofit organizations or be able to provide information that all proceeds will be donated to a nonprofit organization or agency.
Chester Valley Trail Phase II Notice
The entire Phase II Project Area is an active construction zone and closed to all public access. Chester Valley Trail info
Masking
For the latest updates, visit https://www.montcopa.org/COVID-19Guidance.
Bench Donations for Parks & Trails
Montco Trail Challenge
The Montgomery County Trail Challenge is back for its 8th year! To join in on the fun, all you have to do is visit as many of the 17 participating trails from April 29 to December 3, 2023 and look for special markers at the entrance (trailheads). Record each symbol you find on your official trail card and then return your completed card to a designated drop box or submit results online.
Learn more or register here.
Additional Resources
- East Coast Greenway
- Rails to Trails Conservancy
- Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia
- SEPTA Bike & Ride
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Enrollment now open for Peter Wentz Farmstead – Colonial Camp 2023
Join us this summer for the Peter Wentz Farmstead’s Colonial Camp, where you can step back into the eighteenth century and live like a colonial farmer for a week! Read on... -
8th Annual Montco Trail Challenge Returns This Weekend
This annual family-friendly program encourages participants to track their visits to select Montgomery County trails to earn awards for completing visits to five, ten, or fifteen participating trails. -
Local Historical Sites Announce May and June Events
Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites invites the public to attend upcoming events hosted at its historic sites in May and June. These events are family friendly and are low or no cost to attend, reservations are recommended. -
Public Input Sought for Green Lane Park Master Plan Update
Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites has announced a series of public meetings and other interactive public feedback tools to inform the master plan update for Green Lane Park. The first meeting will be held on April 5, 2023. -
Norristown Farm Park to Conduct Deer Cull
Montgomery County Park, Trails, and Historic Sites have announced it will conduct a deer cull at Norristown Farm Park. The cull will be held during the month of March in coordination with state and federal agencies. -
Montgomery County Opens New Chester Valley Trail Extension
The Montgomery County Commissioners joined with other local officials today to cut the ribbon on the Chester Valley Trail Extension, a 3.8-mile extension of the Chester Valley Trail. -
Local Historical Sites Offer Hands-on Programs this Spring
Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites invites the public to attend upcoming events hosted at its historic sites this spring. These events are family friendly and are low or no cost to attend, reservations are recommended. -
Registration is Open for Spring Master Naturalist Training Course at Norristown Farm Park
Norristown Farm Park, in partnership with nonprofit Pennsylvania Master Naturalist, will host a volunteer Master Naturalist Training Course where Montgomery County residents can learn more about nature and support conservation efforts. -
Pennypacker Mills Presents: Traveling on the Perkiomen Railroad
On Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 1 p.m., guests are invited to Pennypacker Mills for a free, in-depth presentation on the Perkiomen Railroad, presented by Steve Mallon, President of the Perkiomen Railroad Historical Society. -
Local Historic Homes Offer Holiday Tours & Events
Montgomery County Parks, Trails, and Historic Sites invites the public to attend upcoming holiday events and tours hosted at its historic sites throughout the remainder of November and December. -
Green Lane Park Announces November Educational Programs
Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park will host three educational programs in November. -
Pottsgrove Manor Welcomes Dan Graham to Share Iron History
Iron researcher and author, Dan Graham, presents on the historic origins of the Pennsylvania iron industry, through the story of Thomas Rutter this Saturday, November 5, 2022, at 1 p.m., at Pottsgrove Manor. -
Green Lane Park to Host Fall Foliage Ramble on October 29
Green Lane Park will host a “Fall Foliage Ramble” on Saturday, October 29, 2022, beginning at 1 p.m. Join us for a stroll on the beautiful Blue Trail as we investigate the wonders of fall leaves and their seasonal transformation. -
“Washington in Worcester” Exhibit Now Open at Peter Wentz Farmstead
The Peter Wentz Farmstead is pleased to announce the opening of its brand-new exhibit, “From Home to Headquarters: Washington in Worcester” running September 30 through November 29. -
Pennypacker Mills Announces All Hallows’ Eve Fall Festival
Join the fun on Saturday, October 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. as Pennypacker Mills celebrates Halloween with hayrides around the meadow, kid-crafts, pumpkin painting, hay pile jumping, a bean bag toss game, and seasonal refreshments. -
Upper Perkiomen Bird and Wildlife Festival Returns to Green Lane Park
Montgomery County’s Green Lane Park will host the 11th Annual Upper Perkiomen Bird and Wildlife Festival on Saturday, September 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. -
Pennypacker Mills to Host Edgar Allen Poe Porch Performance
Visitors are invited to Pennypacker Mills on October 1, 2022 for this year’s final Porch Performance, Edgar Allen Poe: Readings from Virginia Poe. -
Peter Wentz Farmstead Announces Upcoming Civil War Themed Weekend
The Civil War is coming to the Peter Wentz Farmstead on September 17 and 18, 2022! Visitors are invited to experience how the War affected society from both a military and civilian perspective. -
Upper Schuylkill Valley Park Announces Butterfly Celebration
The public is invited to Upper Schuylkill Valley Park on Saturday, August 27 from 10 a.m. to Noon celebrate a beautiful little insect, the butterfly!
Contact Us
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Chester Valley Trail:
John Mandracchia
Region 3 ManagerEmail
Ph: 215-947-3477Cross County Trail:
John Mandracchia
Region 3 ManagerEmail
Ph: 215-947-3477Perkiomen Trail:
Northern section from Green Lane Park to Cider Mill Road:
Joe Seltzer
Region ManagerEmail
Ph: 610-287-6970Southern section from Cider Mill Road to Lower Perkiomen Valley Park, including the Audubon Loop Trail:
Michelle Harris
Region ManagerEmail
Ph: 610-666-5371Pennypack Trail:
John Mandracchia
Region 3 ManagerEmail
Ph: 215-947-3477Schuylkill River Trail:
Michelle Harris
Region ManagerEmail
Ph: 610-666-5371Wissahickon Trail:
John Mandracchia
Region 3 ManagerEmail
Ph: 215-947-3477