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Valley Forge to Philadelphia

Valley Forge Pennsylvania Road Bike Rides

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Valley Forge to Philadelphia - Valley Forge Pennsylvania Road Bike Rides

This is a place for a pleasant ride, but not necessarily a fast one. The trail enjoys heavy use, so expect to share it with many other bicyclists, as well as walkers, runners, and rollerbladers. The bikeway goes through one of the most heavily industrialized areas in the country. Many factories, working and abandoned, line the course, but in most areas tress actually block the view of the river. Early in the ride, you'll pass through the boroughs of Norristown and Conshohocken. Be careful at the street crossings. Frequently, bikers must stop for cars. The road surface is good and bad.

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Trail Statistics & Information

Activity Type: Road Biking
Nearby City: Valley Forge
Length: 44 total miles
Elevation Gain: Minimal
Trail Type: Out-and-back
Skill Level: Flat!
Duration: 4 hours
Season: Best March to November
Topo Map: Valley Forge to Philadelphia Topographic Map
Guide Book: Short Bike Rides in Eastern Pennsylvania Guide Book
Driving Directions: View Guide
Trail Directions: View Guide
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Recent Trail Reviews

mommag Rating:
Date of Trip: 9/7/2009
0 Props
The trail hasn't changed much since the last reviewer's report in 2003, exc…
mhorwedel Rating:
Date of Trip: 9/2/2009
0 Props
I rode from the Conshocken train station to Manayunk, where we had lunch at…

Weather Conditions

  1. Early This Morning
    Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 30s. Northwest winds around 5 mph.

  2. Saturday
    Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 50s. Northwest winds around 5 mph.

  3. Saturday Night
    Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 30s. North winds around 5 mph.

  4. Sunday
    Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 50s. Northeast winds around 5 mph.

About This Trail Guide

Short Bike Rides in Eastern Pennsylvania
Short Bike Rides in Eastern Pennsylvania

by William Simpson (The Globe Pequot Press)

A well-researched guide to 40 recreational rides throughout Eastern PA including Philadelphia, Harri…

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