Kernsville Dam Recreational Area
Kernsville Dam Recreational Area in Hamburg, PA, offers a peaceful and scenic spot for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and walking along the Schuylkill River Trail. The area features wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking, public restrooms, benches, and a gazebo. While there are no longer opportunities to swim at the dam, the trails are mostly flat and accessible, making it a great place for families and individuals looking for a quiet nature experience. Dog owners should note that leash rules apply on the trails.
Reviews
Nice trail. Sadly entitled dog owners seem to think the rules about dogs required to be on a leash don’t apply to them. Really ruins it for others, especially those on bikes.
Great place for a quick walk during a long drive. Wide crushed stone trails, accessible for most, small incline at the trail head.
Beautiful for hiking or riding or walking by the river and to reach a point on the Appalachian Trail
This a lovely place to hit the trails. However, you seemingly aren’t allowed to go to the dam these days. Gone are the days of people (that can barley swim) sliding down the dam face into the beautiful “blue” waters below.
Lots of parking, beautiful and quiet area. There are porta potties here if you need them, a gazebo and benches to sit at, and most of all it’s the start of the John Bartrum section of the Schuylkill River Trail. The trail is easy, mostly flat, goes all the way to Auburn. Great trail for biking, about 16 miles out and back.