With a rich network of paths that weave through historic downtowns to link up with long, bucolic stretches of rural landscape, Philadelphia and The Countryside is a natural choice for walkers, hikers, backpackers and runners. No wonder it's got such a wide array of running clubs, and a seemingly limitless menu of competitive events. 

But it's not just the miles and miles of uninterrupted trails, the hundreds of acres of leafy parks and preserves, or how easy it is to find a race. It’s also Philadelphia’s vibrant downtown that makes this region so special for people who choose to get around on foot.