At A Glance

If you’re gearing up to do the Brandywine Gorge Trail, the odds are pretty good that you have your sights on Brandywine Falls, too. So much of the geological splendor of the trail begins and ends literally with the Falls, but once you’ve scaled down into the ravine—with its water bars and ponds and the lovely Brandywine Creek—you’re treated to an immensely rocky/ledgy eyeful of moss and lichens, and a colorful array of older forest growth, wooded shade, and wildlife. Please note: there is currently no bridge across Brandywine Creek. We encourage you to hike back out the same way and enjoy a new look at the same route. However, if you attempt to cross the stream, do so at your own risk and be careful, since the rocks are slippery and the current can be strong. Brandywine NPS Map