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    Schuylkill River Park

    4.7 (41 reviews)

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    Liz K.

    What a great park and running trail! I did a 5K from the dog park (start of the river park) up to the MoMA / Rocky Steps! Views along the river made for a spectacular run! It's nice that the trail is clean and safe! I felt safe even during times when no one else was in sight. The paved running trail is free of potholes and is a fast, flat run. Loved this run!

    Bill T.

    Mea culpa, mea culpa, mea culpa. I give Philly a hard time, I know. But every time I come here, it wins me over a little bit more. And it does it with places like this park. This is a gem of a park along the Schuylkill River and it must extend pretty far, although I've only run it from the dog park near Spruce Street up as far as Girard. There are so many beautiful views along the river...the boathouses, the dam, the Art Museum, bridges, etc. There are plenty of places to sit and enjoy nature, there's the giant dog park that looks like a lot of fun for dogs and plenty of space to enjoy being outside. One thing I really like is that the bicyclists here are more respectful than the ones on the Hudson Greenway up in NYC. They seem to realize they're on a narrow recreational path and not participating in the Tour De France so I really enjoyed seeing how everyone (runners, walkers, bikers) shared the path. I'm glad it's not terribly crowded because it's so nice but seriously, everyone in all of Philadelphia should be here every weekend to enjoy this gem you have in the heart of your dirty little city.

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    Nikki H.

    So lucky to have this amazing park and trail right in Philadelphia! There are a number of different entrance/exit points, including South Street (pictured), Walnut Street, and Race Street. The path runs right along the Schuylkill River and along the iconic Boathouse Row. The path is so well-maintained with trash cans along the way. It doesn't get overly crowded, and there is plenty of room for runners, bikers, walkers, and rollerbladers. There are plenty of benches to rest or picnic. There are also a few porta potties and water fountains scattered throughout the trail. Dogs are welcomed!

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    Great park for Adults who love to walk/run, kids who love to play and dogs who can finally have their own park as well.

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    Wonderful attraction for the area. Super clean and always something going on. A favorite place during nice weather.

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    Ask the Community - Schuylkill River Park

    Is this a good spot for a family photo session?

    It depends on where you are but you can get some good shots with the river. If you're down along the river then you'll not be able to see City Hall or have a good look at the downtown skyline.

    Is this a good place to go rollerblading during spring and summer?

    Yes. But I wouldn't do it in the middle of the day!

    Where are the tennis courts?

    300 S 25th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 is the park address . They're at the south end of the park, by the playground, right by 26th between pine and panama

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    Inside you'll find basketball courts, a great tennis court, and a great playground for kids to play on.

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