Perkiomen Trail Itinerary

Oaks to Collegeville Collegeville to Schuylkill River Trail Montgomery County
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Overview

Known locally as “The Perky,” this 20-mile route follows the former Perkiomen Line of the Reading Railroad.  In addition to transporting the famous “Perkiomen Ice” from ice houses found along the creek, the train also brought many vacationers from the city. Today this well-loved trail, follows a scenic route that links business areas, neighborhoods, and parks as it follows the Perkiomen Creek for much of the way.

Public Transit

SEPTA Bus

Route 93: Collegeville Trailhead
Route 99: Arcola and Egypt Rd. trail entrances

Bicycle

The Perkiomen trail links with the Audubon Loop Trail at Egypt Road at Lower Schuylkill Valley Park, and with the Schuylkill River Trail near the mouth of the Perkiomen Creek.

Vehicle Parking

There is limited parking available behind the Collegeville Station and the Collegeville Post Office. There is also on-street parking in Collegeville.

Trailhead at Lower Perkiomen Valley Park
40.131701, -75.446353

Trailhead at Pawlings Road
40.115057, -75.455837

This is actually on the Schuylkill River Trail and is a short distance from the trail junction with the Perkiomen Trail