Place

Parking Lot 2 Trailhead

A dirt trail surrounded by green flora wraps behind an 18th century home.
Explore the park trails near the border of Delaware and Pennsylvania.

NPS Photo

Quick Facts
Location:
39.838927, -75.564526
Significance:
The Brandywine Valley unit preserves more than 1,100 acres of winding rivers and rolling hills that once was home to the Lenape Tribes and early Quaker settlers.

Parking - Auto, Permits Issued, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Trailhead

To access this trailhead, you will need to park in parking lot 2 which is located at the 3-way intersection of Beaver Dam Road. This trail will lead you behind one of the residential houses in the park, through the woods, to a scenic overlook of rolling agricultural fields. This is a dirt trail, so it may be slippery when it rains. Dogs are allowed on a leash that is no more than 6-feet in length. You will need to walk along the shoulder of the road to access this trailhead, please use caution and use a light or a safety vest if the lighting is low. 

First State National Historical Park

Last updated: November 19, 2020