Turtle Rock Light – Falls Bridge loop from Philadelphia 30th Street Station

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Turtle Rock Light – Falls Bridge loop from Philadelphia 30th Street Station

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Turtle Rock Light – Falls Bridge loop from Philadelphia 30th Street Station

03:20

51.2km

470m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.31 km for 192 m

After 50.5 km for 180 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.71 km

Fairmount Water Works South Garden

Highlight • Structure

The Fairmount Water Works South Garden is a quiet green space tucked along the Schuylkill River, just below the historic Water Works buildings. Shaded paths, stone walls, and ornamental plantings …

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3.62 km

Turtle Rock Light

Highlight • Monument

Built in the 1880s in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Turtle Rock Light is a famous lighthouse on the Schuylkill River. It's a beautiful piece of architecture that can be viewed from both sides of the river.

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9.39 km

Falls Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

They finished constructing this 556-foot-long bridge in 1895, originally intended to be a double-decker bridge, although the upper level was never constructed. From here, you can relish the scenic vistas of the Schuylkill River as well.

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10.6 km

Stone Arch Bridge and Waterfall on the Schuylkill River Trail

Highlight • Bridge

Easy connection with the cheater valley trail.

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12.7 km

Ten Box

Highlight • Monument

This small building has an interesting story. I assumed it was simply a gatehouse between trails in the Wissahickon Gorge park (connecting Forbidden Drive and the Creek Trail). Actually it …

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25.2 km

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education

Highlight • Trail

The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education is a 365-acre park with over three miles of trails. The space is known for its environmentally-focused art installations and ecological restoration efforts.

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35.1 km

Valley Green Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

This inn is the last roadhouse in all of Philadelphia, and a much-beloved part of Fairmount Park. Although you can't stay here overnight, they serve good food and the inn …

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