BRANDYWINE CREEK STATE PARK, 19807

12 miles. Meet at 9:00 a.m. at the new parking area (approximately 39.831024, -75.572320) just past the Smithbridge Picnic Area parking lot. Smithbridge Road crosses Rte. 202 just a short distance south of Rt. 1. Go south on Smithbridge Road toward Delaware. Turn left on Brandywine Creek Road, just before the covered bridge. Just past where Beaver Dam Road comes in on your left, you will see a parking lot on your right between the road and the creek. Continue past that lot to a new, very large lot near the curve of the road. We'll cover well shaded trails through varied terrain, on both sides of Brandywine Creek and along Rocky Run, as we make a series of loops through this beautiful park. RSVP https://www.meetup.com/Batona-HikingClub/ or call leader. Limit 15 participants. Hiking boots recommended. Bring lunch, water. Cost: $1.00. Leader: Abbie Wysor 610.742.5967, [abbiewysor@gmail.com](mailto:abbiewysor@gmail.com).

ABOUT US:
BATONA Hiking Club is more than a Meetup group. In existence since 1928, the Club welcomes a diverse group of people. Hike trails in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and New Jersey. Opportunities for hike leadership and skill development are available. The Club also maintains sections of the Appalachian Trail, the Batona Trail, and the Horse-Shoe Trail. Dogs are not allowed on any hikes. Club membership is $3.00 annually. To become a BATONA member please visit www.batona.wildapricot.org.