The Baxter Trail
Location: Pennypack on the Delaware to Pleasant Hill Park (Linden Ave.)
Project Status: Construction complete, trail is open on the weekends from 8am-8pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Projected Opening: awaiting permanent opening date from City of Philadelphia.
This 2-mile section of trail connecting Pennypack on the Delaware Park to Pleasant Hill Park, is open to the pubic on the weekends from 8am-8pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day 2022. The trail features a bridge over Pennypack Creek, native vegetation, and spectacular riverfront views.
K&T Trail Extension
Location: Magee Avenue to the Tacony Boat Launch (Princeton Ave.)
Project Status: final design
Projected Construction Completion: Summer 2023.
Construction is underway to extend the existing K&T trail from Magee Ave. north to Princeton Ave., connecting Lardner’s Point Park to the Tacony Boat Launch. This rail-trail will follow directly along the river, boasting fantastic riverfront and bridge views.
Tacony-Holmesburg Trail
Location: Tacony Boat Launch (Princeton Ave.) to Pennypack on the Delaware Park (Pennypack Path)
Project Status: currently in design
Projected Construction Start: TBD
Presently in the design process, this trail will connect the Tacony Boat Launch to Pennypack on the Delaware.
Delaware Avenue Extension – Phase II
Location: Orthodox St. to the Frankford Boat Launch
Project Status: currently in design
Projected Construction Start: 2024/2025 (Project managed by PennDOT)
The design of this key connection is presently underway by PennDOT management. As the new road itself (Delaware Ave.) is created, an off-road side path will also be constructed on the river side, connecting the future riverfront park in Bridesburg directly to the Frankford Boat Launch. More information available via Penn DOT’s project website (Project BSR – BS5).