This sort of boring trail becomes more interesting as you head deeper in. At the very end of the…read moretrail is the prize for your efforts... it might be the most beautiful nature scene in the entire area. To really take it in, you have to go off the trail just a little bit. One slight problem: the trail has been closed because a very small part of the trail has severe erosion. There is a chance you could fall straight down maybe 10 feet if you go beyond the barrier and aren't paying attention... and then there is always the chance the earth will cave in on you as you are screaming for help. If you lack common sense, don't go back there. Parking is abundant. There are more trails on the other side of Ridley Creek. That part of this nature area is known as the Louis W. Scott Memorial Park.

Middletown Township Memorial Park is located directly across Balt Pike from Media Waterworks. It is…read morehome to the Middletown Township "Millennium Trail" which parallels the western side of Ridley Creek. The trail is singular and is pretty much a straight line, following the bank of the creek, with a loop at the far end, to bring you back out the same straight. There is a power station to the west of the trail which you see somewhat early into the walk. Various benches to sit on along the way, which is nice. Shaded spots, sunny spots, and various slips for creek access. There is pretty wooded scenery, nothing remarkable, but a decent way to get a nature fix for a 1/2 mile's walk (a mile up and back). Today's visit was early June and the trail was full of baby frogs (thumbnail size) hopping across, all headed to the meadow, from the stream. They were super fast too, otherwise I'd have taken a pic. I remember visiting this greenspace as a kid, but the trail is much newer. I presume it was added at the turn of this century, thus the name. I do not recommend this, but we used to ice skate here as kids. The ice got thick enough to hold the dads supervising these crazy adventures, but it was always really bumpy ice (NOT good), and you never knew when it was going to get deadly. So I don't condone this at all, but just a little history, that people used to do that here, back in the day when no one wore seatbelts or bike helmets and all.

2.4-mile long one way…read more Multiple entrances. Parking varies based on when you enter. Friends of Radnor trail park is a good entrance with parking and a dog park. Bathrooms available there too. Wayne art center has parking. There's also a small lot off of Conestoga road by the curve across from Brookside Ave. Trail ends at Radnor Chester road and Sugartown road. Radnor Chester is a bit dangerous of an entrance. No parking available there. Parking at the shopping center across the street from the Sugartown entrance. Multiple other entrances have parking lots throughout the middle of the trail. Entrance also available from the apts by the township building and accessible from the township driving range off of Iven ave. Trail isn't flat. Has a slight tilt toward the edges. Occasional benches. Entrance by the art center is beautiful and always decorated by local art. Nice and quiet. Beautiful nature escape in the middle of a town. Mile markers on the side. Gets pretty busy when it's nice out and on afternoons. The local high school often uses the trail for cross country practice in the fall.

This past weekend, it was a nice day out, so my wife wanted to get outside. We decided to try a…read morenew semi-local trail and parked at the Radnor Trailhead. We spent some time walking towards Strafford and enjoying the nice weather. This trail seemed well maintained, but was completely asphalt. Perfect for anything with wheels. There were interesting things along the way, a larger "Friends of Radnor Trail Park", with a lot of dog activity. The Wayne Art Center had some art work lining the fences of the trail. One area of the trail even had a small community garden, where the walkers could help themselves to anything that was growing. It's a nice place to be outside,but you are basically walking in an alley between back yards. Well not an alley, because an old railway was here. The trail had some interesting information about where each stop was along the trail. A great way to reclaim land from those tracks. Additionally, there were port-a-potties along the path. A nice day out, but I don't know if we would ever return.

OK, so here's the thing... This isn't an Arboretum in the way you think of curated trees. And…read morealthough they tout the mature Woodland, there are some areas that are very recent growth. But it is truly a delightful nature area, nestled in the midst of a residential area, The trail which does have two entrances marked towards the right and left corners of meadow (from parking lot) is an actual loop trail. But there's no way to know that from the markings or even the Township description online since it says there's a spur that comes out on the far end. Leisurely pace for the loop 15 to 20 minutes depending on speed or longer if you want to stop and enjoy wildlife along the way. Very active bird calls, and visit The Township site said that it comes out on a route road further away and there does appear to be a smaller spur that would take you in that direction. Please be cautious and be prepared because there are a fair amount of downed tree to scramble over, Gulleys, that clearly fill up with water, and two rickety bridges, including one that has actual broken planks on it so test the wood as you walk across. It was very dry the day I came so my white gym shoes made it through but there are at least seven or eight major areas of true muck that will absolutely challenge your footwear if you're not prepared Really little hidden gem. Also worth taking a look at the rules of hopscotch on the embedded hopscotch layout. Clearly trying to make it fun for children.

Free township park, called an "arboretum". Parking is a gravel lot that can accommodate…read moreapproximately 15-20 cars depending on how courteously people park. Trash can is near entrance. Leashed dogs allowed (no dog waste bags). One source stated this is a 2.3-acre greenspace, however it appears to be larger on the township trail map. I did not see the trail map before my visit so I didn't get a chance to explore the trails. The property kind of bottlenecks after the lawn area around parking, and the "neck" is wooded area that passes between residential properties. It is helpful to know ahead that the property then will fan out to a much larger trail system, otherwise you may assume (like I) that it's one short trail, perhaps tributary-ing off to residences, and not worth exploring. Next visit I will pursue the trails! The lawn area by the parking lot is definitely a relaxing space with various benches and Adirondack chairs for sitting. Two Adirondack chairs are hugely oversized for pictures or kid fun. There is a small pavilion, and a maze-like swirl pattern set in the grass with paver stones. It is a fun and safe place to explore for outdoor time.

This is a smaller greenspace, only 1 acre. So it's great for a picnic, just chilling in the…read moreoutdoors on a blanket, bug hunting, or maybe a careful game of catch. For those purposes, this is a sweet little escape in a relatively quiet part of the borough. The park is designed to be functional, and packs as much into the L-shaped acre as is reasonable. There is hardscaping and of course horticultural cultivation. One corner appears to have mini-amphitheater seating for talks or small performances, perhaps for classes to gather? There is a paved path that weaves through the park, great for strollers. There are currently no rules listed so I'm not sure if bikes, skates, boards are allowed? For me, this is a fun little loop off of Fifth Street as part of a longer walk, but I'd like to sit and enjoy some time too. This park is dedicated to black families who live/lived in Media, and their histories as they pertained to the town. I read this online but didn't really see any didactic about it at the park. I may have missed it? Or it's just meant to be a dedication and that's that. I get it, I guess the park is meant to be a park, and its history is accessible if anyone wants to Google it. I was so happy to see this land remain undeveloped for so many years, worried it would turn into the Mc Architecture popping up all over Media (and the new residents have the nerve to put "save our greenspace" signs out front). But the resident who sold this land to the borough really did save her greenspace!

All of the Willistown Conservation land is beautiful- this preserve is no exception. They've done a…read moregreat job with making this walkable despite how muddy it can get, but you should still wear boots. The paths are well-marked and there is a decent sized parking lot.

Located between the Ellis Preserve and the new Leister development, this gravel trail (not paved)…read moreruns along Goshen Road, just West of route 252. Parking is available at the trail head, which begins at the John West House (aka Square Tavern), located on the corner of 252 and Goshen Road (you enter the lot from Goshen Rd). This is convenient for a short walk, mostly for locals, not really a destination point for people looking for a new trail. It is wooded along the side that abuts the Ellis Preserve business campus; the other side runs along Goshen Rd. This trail is most convenient for walkers or joggers. It is really not wide enough for cyclists or people with pets to give fair clearance to others. (We are pet people so I say that coming from the side of those with pets. It really is appropriate to leave pets and bikes at home, and be fair to others.) It is roughly 0.48 miles (2500 feet) long. The length of the trail will not afford you the kind of walk you can get at nearby Ridley Creek park, nor the peace offered there, because there is a lot of traffic noise on Goshen Road, and the road is visible the whole length of the trail. As mentioned, this is best used by those with headphones looking to get some quick exercise and not looking to spend hours walking or sightseeing. It is more functional than decorative.

Beautiful landscape horrible place to run. Should be called Rocky Trip Trail. Maybe it's because…read moreI'm a beginning runner but no way.

The lower part of this trail is fabulous. It is full of amazing hidden beauty…read more The northern section was more solitary while I was there. It takes you to Fair Acres and beyond. Parking is extremely limited at the Valley Road parking lot. One solution to not having a parking option there is to park at the YMCA. They have a long trail that leads from their property on to the Rocky Run Trail. But they don't advertise this. There is no signage. It's up to you to find the entry trail into the forest. How to do this: Simplest way is to park in the rear lot. Find the retaining wall. The entrance to the forest is there. Take the first trail to your left. Go beyond the picnic table area and bear left. Follow the trail until it intersects with the Rocky Run Trail. I recommend going leftwards. This will eventually take you past a small sewage treatment plant. Cross Valley Road and pick up the trail again. And this is where it gets really interesting.

Really lovely setting, several good parking areas which are not obvious from the map description so…read moreyou can park off of Swedesford or go down Church Farm school Lane to a parking spot or continue to the main entrance to get towards the children's park. Nice views. A couple of picnic tables at the top of the hill. The low lands are wet... So be careful if you decide to walk through the field. Also appears to have easy access to the Chester Valley bike trail.

Nice place to take a short walk for fresh air. It's just West of Church Farm Ln, the parking lot &…read moreTrail Head is on the South side of Swedesford Rd. Its a nice grassy path around a small lake and a large farm field. No hiking boots required.