Wissahickon Creek, Natural stream in Northwest Philadelphia, United States.
Wissahickon Creek flows for 23 miles through Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties, joining the Schuylkill River through a deep limestone gorge.
The creek powered numerous mills during the 18th century, including the first paper mill in America built by William Rittenhouse.
The name originates from the Lenape Native American word wiessahitkonk, referring to the abundant catfish or the water's yellow color.
Visitors can access the creek through Wissahickon Valley Park, where fishing licenses and trout permits are required for anglers over 16 years old.
The stream's geological formations include distinct Wissahickon schist, which became a primary building material in Philadelphia during the 1800s.
Location: Pennsylvania
GPS coordinates: 40.01310,-75.20690
Latest update: March 27, 2025 02:17
Pennsylvania combines historical sites and natural areas. The region features waterfalls, mining museums, colonial architecture, and nature parks. Visitors can explore archaeological sites, historic mansions, Japanese gardens, and lighthouses. The landscape includes mountains, lakes, and forests with hiking trails.
Laurel Hill Cemetery
1.9 km
West Laurel Hill Cemetery
1.4 km
Strawberry Mansion Bridge
2.3 km
Historic RittenhouseTown
2.2 km
Wissahickon Memorial Bridge
1.5 km
Manayunk Bridge
2.1 km
Alden Park Manor
2.3 km
Walnut Lane Bridge
2.2 km
Ravenhill
934 m
Falls Bridge
907 m
Woodside Amusement Park
1.6 km
Chain Bridge at Falls of Schuylkill
1.4 km
Chamounix
2.1 km
Ridgeland Mansion
2.3 km
Thomas Mifflin School
1.3 km
Paul J. Gutman Library
1.7 km
Philadelphia and Reading Railroad, Schuylkill River Viaduct
1.4 km
Pencoyd Bridge
686 m
The Lilacs
1.8 km
Twin Bridges
1.4 km
St. Josaphat Roman Catholic Church in Philadelphia
1.9 km
Green Lane Bridge
2.3 km
Ridge Avenue Bridge in Philadelphia
183 m
Philadelphia and Reading Railroad, Bridge at West Falls
1.4 km
City Avenue Bridges
192 m
Belmont Avenue Bridge in Philadelphia
2.4 km
Dobson Mills
1.8 km
Mule Bridge
1.4 kmReviews
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