Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve

"Went 7/4/23. About a tenth of a mile down the road was a downed tree blocking the road to the preserve/parking area, likely due to the storms that rolled through in the few days before we came. We, and others, parked on the road and walked about a half mile to the entrance with our two young kids and leashed puppy. The path was flat and gravelled, with a couple Porta potties at the trail's entrance. We saw some benches along the way if you needed to rest. We also saw some roots hanging from eroded earth that were dripping to create a "waterfall" that made a puddle and mini stream that was fairly early on into the walk. The kids loved this and found it refreshing to stick their heads under. Not too far into the hike, we tracked a bridge with a creek, about ankle deep. This was what we came for on a hot day. Perfect for creek stomping with little kids and our pup."

"This a very easy, short trail that is absolutely gorgeous in the spring. April is peak bloom, go on their website or take a brochure to identify the flowers as you see them on the trail. This would make a very fun family outing or for couples. The trail is an in and out - takes maybe an hour at a leisurely pace, enjoying the flowers. You can extend your hike by taking a side trail that is marked with a sign that will take you to the Enola Low Grade Trail. It is definitely making the trip out here in the spring!"

"This is a very pleasant and lovely place to walk. I strongly suggest visiting on a weekday, because even though I was there on a Thursday, there was still a fair amount of visitors. Weekends are surely crowded. The main trail is fairly level and wide enough for 2 way foot traffic. The flowers, butterflies, stream, and woodland are very relaxing. Easy for kids and older folks alike."

"One of my favorites! I've been going for over 35yrs. Visit on Easter Sunday the flowers were gorgeous! probably at their peak. Trail in/out is easy to navigate. Its basically flat so we've taken my husband's elderly Mother without any problem."

"Beautiful place to see the wild flowers! Wear sturdy shoes and no wheel chairs. People bring their dogs. It’s about 2 1/2 miles round trip. Use a GPS to find it. The Enola Low Grade Trail is nearby. Outside potty at beginning of trail. Bring your own food & water. You must take everything back to car. No trash cans. The road is hilly go late March-end of April- some benches, no picnic tables, take your camera! Large parking lot!"