Lauriston, Lovers Leap, & Liriodendron Hike

About this event

Meeting Location:

Lauriston Pocket Park. View location address on Google maps here.

Hike Description:

Join Trail Ambassadors Sheryl and Lisa for a hike through the lesser-known southern part of the Wissahickon.

We’ll gather at Lauriston Pocket Park, where we’ll hear from steward Suzanne about how she and her crew transformed a vine-covered, trash-strewn area into charming and welcoming gateway. After visiting Hermit’s Cave, Lovers Leap, and the Hermitage Mansion, we’ll walk through the arboretum at Historic Rittenhousetown before returing via the bike path.

Come along and find out the answers to these questions:

• What’s a Liriodendron and why are they so big in this part of the park?

• Did anyone really live in Hermit’s Cave?

• How many steps are at 100 Steps?

• What was paper made from at Rittenhousetown in the 17th century? (Hint: not from wood)

Distance:

4 miles

Trail Tred:

Uneven, rocky natural surface trails. Hikers should be sure-footed and wear supportive shoes

Parking and Transit:

If you’re driving, there is free street parking along Lauriston Street and Osborn Street.

If taking transit, buses 9 and 65 will drop you off two blocks from the Pocket Park on Ridge Avenue.

Bathrooms:

There will not be bathroom access during our hike.

Know Before You Go:

Registration is required for all hikes so that participants can be informed of weather or other emergency cancellations. Unless otherwise specified, hikes may be on rocky, rugged trails that may be wet and slippery. Wear sturdy shoes or boots with socks, and long pants to protect from poison ivy and ticks. Guided hikes are cancelled when there is heavy rain, extreme heat, dangerous wind/gusts, muddy conditions, or icy conditions in the forecast. Service animals are always welcome. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.

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