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The Zacharias Creek Trail offers a moderate hike spanning 5.1 miles (8.1 km), with a gentle elevation gain of 89 feet (27 metres). You can expect to complete it in about 2 hours and 5 minutes. As you hike, the path winds through riparian woods and open green fields, following…
Last updated: April 23, 2026
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7.69 km
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This route was planned by komoot.
The Zacharias Creek Trail is generally considered an easy walk or ride. While komoot rates it as 'moderate' due to varied terrain, many sections are flat and accessible, making it suitable for most fitness levels. Some parts might be rutty or have loose surfaces, requiring a bit more attention.
You can find convenient parking at two main locations: the Green Hill Road entrance and Heebner Park. Heebner Park also offers additional amenities like restrooms and a playground, making it a popular starting point.
Yes, this trail is very family-friendly. Its generally easy difficulty, mixed terrain including paved sections, and connection to Heebner Park (which has a playground and picnic tables) make it a great option for outings with children.
Yes, the Zacharias Creek Trail is dog-friendly. Please ensure your dog is kept on a leash and that you clean up after them to maintain a pleasant experience for all users.
The trail features a mixed terrain. You'll encounter paved sections, boardwalks, and crushed stone paths. Approximately one mile is paved, while other sections might be rutty or have loose surfaces. It winds through riparian woods and open green fields, with a couple of on-street sections along Hollow Road.
The trail can be enjoyed year-round. Spring and fall offer particularly scenic views with lush foliage or vibrant autumn colors. Summer is also pleasant, especially in the wooded sections, while winter hiking is possible, though some sections might be less maintained.
No, there are no permits required, and there is no entrance fee to access the Zacharias Creek Trail or Heebner Park. Both are publicly accessible for recreation.
Heebner Park serves as a significant trailhead for the Zacharias Creek Trail and offers several amenities. You'll find parking, restrooms, picnic tables, and a playground, making it a convenient and comfortable starting or ending point for your adventure.
Yes, the Zacharias Creek Trail is part of a larger network. There have been efforts to expand the trail, with funding secured to connect it further into Evansburg State Park. The route also passes through sections of the Zacharias Creek Trail, Zacharias Creek Trail, Zacharias Creek Trail, and Zacharias Creek Trail.
Hikers can expect a very scenic experience. The trail follows Zacharias Creek, offering pleasant views through wooded areas and across open fields. Near Heebner Park, you'll pass through woods and scrublands, with glimpses of a stately mansion and a Veterans' Memorial.
The Zacharias Creek Trail is primarily an out-and-back route, spanning between Green Hill Road and Heebner Park. However, there is a described 2.4 km (approximately 1.5 miles) looped section that can be completed in about 31 minutes, offering a shorter circular option.
Ny friend and i went to the Collegeville, Pennsylvania to the Zacharias. Creek Trail. It was a chilly & windy sunny day. We went on the trail West to a dead end so we went back. Then we went the other way and this section. Was more scenic. We crossed. Hollow Road. To unpaved section. Of the trail. We hiked. To Heebner Park. Lots of Pine Trees then open fields. Beautiful. Park. We did a loop around soccer. Fields then we took the trail back. Nice hike.