Indian Springs Trail, 1.8 miles

Find the start of the trail at the rear of the Nature Center. Following the yellow markers, head down the hill toward Brandywine Creek, past an old springhouse, and on to the riverbank. Continue along the river until the yellow trail turns left and heads up a steep hill. This trail finishes by taking you through a stand of towering tulip trees in the Tulip Tree Woods Nature Preserve.

Rocky Run Trail, 2.0 miles

Begin at Thompson Bridge parking lot. Green swatches mark the trail, which crosses and recrosses Rocky Run. It makes its way through pine forest and open meadows and offers scenic river views. This trail offers a moderately difficult hike along the steep slopes of the Brandywine.

Hidden Pond Trail, 1.9 miles

Pick up this white-marked trail at the Nature Center parking lot. Hike along the banks of the Brandywine, up and down hills, through large open meadows and quiet, shaded woods. The well-named Hidden Pond is a favorite habitat for amphibious creatures, and deer are often spotted in the area. Enjoy the springtime tapestry of wildflowers. Return past Salamander Run and exit near the lower end of the Nature Center.

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