1 / 3Upper Schuylkill Valley Park
📍 Royersford, PA
Native Pennsylvania animals, raptors, and river wildlife on display at no charge. Trails connect to the Schuylkill River, and an indoor Schuylkill Wilds exhibit houses turtles, frogs, fish, and snakes.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with young children and animal lovers of all ages. Entirely free entry makes it an easy repeat visit. Toddlers enjoy the animal enclosures up close; older kids can hike the river trail or fish from the accessible pier. No pets allowed on site.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Rhys
5 months ago
“Free to enter experience to learn about several animals and meet them. It was sad to see that the grey wolf had passed on, but I'm glad he lived a long and happy life on this sanctuary. Its nice to see such well made enclosures. Great trails to walk on as well. I will be returning! All the animals looked happy and healthy.”
Chris Hess, J.D.
6 months ago
“This is such an awesome community park. The park itself is great with lots of open space. There’s a small zoo as well with a great assortment of local animals that the kids love to look at. On top of all that there’s a great trail the runs through the park that you can bike or hike on.”
Andreana Roberts
5 months ago
“Very peaceful and beautiful park along the Schuylkill trail river and animal sanctuary.”
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Overview
Upper Schuylkill Valley Park's Wildlife Center showcases raccoons, foxes, bobcats, owls, vultures, and farm animals in well-maintained enclosures. The indoor Schuylkill Wilds exhibit features creatures of the river ecosystem year-round, and a seasonal butterfly garden runs alongside it. The Schuylkill East Trail - a flat, natural-surface path under 2 miles - starts from the lower parking lot. An accessible fishing pier and carry-in boat ramp serve non-motorized craft.
