The Spot

40.0531, -75.221

I wasn't sure if I should have listed this place on my list. Back in 2012, an article was released by Hidden City Philadelphia describing a place in Wissahickon Park built by two artists. The pictures were beyond impressive and many people ventured out to find it. This place was hidden off the trail and many people had failed attempts and just couldn't find it. Another major problem is that the site wasn't approved and some folks were angered. You don't want everyone building unsanctioned spots throughout the trails. The artists brought out a reporter so they wanted the word to spread. Time has taken its toll on the place. Sadly, a fallen tree has done some damage to it. Where is this place? You can attempt to follow Cresheim Creek behind Devil's Pool. Good luck with that. Here is the way on the trails.

  1. ) These directions are based off the parking lots at Valley Green Inn
Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park

2.) Cross over the Bridge from the Parking Lot over to the Trails on your Right

Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park

3.)Take the Trail Uphill on your Left

Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park

4.) Keep going straight

Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park

5.) Your going to come to an intersection. Stay to the trail on your left.

Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park

6.) Your going to come to another intersection. Go left on the trail to Creshem Creek.

Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park
Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park

7.) Your almost there. Keep Going Uphill This was key in finding the place. You know the spot is below you on one of trails.

Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park

8.) Here you go!

Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park
Directions to "The Spot" @ Wissahickon Valley Park

Here are some pictures from the site. As you can see, a tree has fallen. I'm not sure if anyone keeps it up or if it has been abandoned.