John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

Category: Wildlife refuge

Address: 8601 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA

Phone: +12153653118

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 9AM–4AM

Thursday: 9AM–4PM

Friday: 9AM–4PM

Saturday: 9AM–4AM

Reviews

Benjamin Schwantes

Jul 17, 2022

A real natural gem that feels out of the way but is quite close to the Philadelphia Airport and downtown Philadelphia. Great walking paths with lots of wildlife around. Nice visitor center with some exhibits and restroom facilities.

Gabriel Umholtz

Jul 4, 2022

Wonderful spot for a nice walk! It is full of life with birds, fish, turtles and more all over the place. Some lovely flowers are located at the entrance as well 🐟

Afro Legend

Apr 30, 2022

A nice place for all kind of outdoor activities, singles, couple n and family. Fishing hiking, biking, trailing ,cane ride and much more. A must visit when you in Philadelphia and it's minutes away from the airport. Why not 💥💥💥

Aubrey Anderson

Oct 4, 2021

Stopped by before heading to the airport. It was really beautiful even during an overcast afternoon. We saw several birds, deer and oodles of turtles! The marsh overlook offered plenty of viewing space. Encountered a handful of runners, walkers and bird watchers during our time. There are some fun things to look at including a visitor's center. Loved the bee garden as well 🐝

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Questions & Answers

Why is it not called the Allston Jenkins wildlife refuge given he is the one that saved it in the first place?

katgirl1958 | Aug 10, 2018
Bill Kim | Aug 11, 2018

Late Senator Heinz advocated for this area to be held aside as a refuge. Previous plans were for I95 to be built through the marsh habitat that is at the center of the refuge.

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Are all trails open, now?

Googlitis77 Freebers | Feb 10, 2021
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum (Owner) | Feb 11, 2021

Trails are open, but refuge gates will be closed until the parking lots can be plowed. Trails will not be maintained.

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I've been taking care of an abandoned baby sparrow can I bring her there to see if they will keep her?

Brenda leuters | Sep 13, 2020
David Scribner | Sep 14, 2020

As far as I know, the refuge does not have a program to receive animals. However, there are wildlife rehabilitation/transition centers near Philadelphia. If you give John Heinz a call, a ranger will be able to give you specific contact information.

Would this be a good place to walk with a babay in a stroller?

Robert Hudson | Aug 9, 2020
William Makinen | Aug 10, 2020

Definitely, there's a nice flat gravel path around the lake.

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Is there good fishing there

George Simmons | Aug 9, 2020
Michael Akers | Aug 10, 2020

Awesome fishing! Not hard to find a good spot.

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What is the surface of trails? Is it dirt or asphalt? Wondering about type of bike to bring.

Kingston Bowen | Aug 10, 2019
Q Miller-Glover | Aug 11, 2019

1/4" crushed stone/grey gravel, and dirt, most of it is not paved

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Is there any type of food here and which is the best part to go to?

Zay TV | Aug 10, 2018
User in PA #1 | Aug 11, 2018

No food, it's nature trails & some people fish there & some ride bikes I will agree that when you see mud don't try & navigate it you won't win!!! Turn around & go another way you'll see shoes left behind from others that tried it & wasn't successful some even tried placing pieces of found wood across certain spots & still ended up being stuck. I live around the corner & used to go pretty regularly with my dogs that I always had flea & tick treated & one day I found myself picking ticks off my dog from that day forward I don't bring my dogs anymore in summer time maybe when cold out but not any kind of warm weather, That being said I do advise bringing and using a can of deep woods off or something similar & if your a woman I would atleast make sure your hair is up & maybe a hat also & men hats also!!!

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how much does the john heinz at tinicum cost ?

talha shakir | Aug 10, 2018
Techology | Aug 11, 2018

You don't pay a dime. Just leave before dusk.

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Are the paths cleared of snow?

Thomas Jenik | Mar 12, 2021
Phil Maywalt | Mar 13, 2021

Yes they are, Tom

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Is any bathroom open in the refuage?

david remis | Oct 13, 2020
Teresa | Oct 14, 2020

No. Bathrooms are currently closed due to Covud 19.

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