Directions to Thompson's Bridge:
(39°49'1.20"N 75°34'8.14"W) From the the intersection of Routes 202 & 92, north of Wilmington, go west on Route 92 (Beaver Valley Road). After 0.3 mile, follow 92 as it bears left (S) and becomes Thompson's Bridge Road. Route 92 descends toward the Brandywine River, reaching it in another 1.4 miles at Thompson's Bridge. Turn left (S) into the parking area immediately before crossing the bridge.
From there, one can follow a section of the Northern Delaware Greenway either north or south, then backtrack to the parking area. About a mile north of Thompson's Bridge, the greenway intersects with Ramsey Road. This area is a favorite spot for many local birders during spring and fall migration. Going south from Thompson's Bridge, the greenway leaves the park in about 1.5 miles at Rockland Road.
Directions to the Brandywine Creek Nature Center:
(39°48'29.23"N 75°34'44.19"W) From Thompson's Bridge,
follow Route 92 1.4 miles to a 4-way stop sign at Adams Dam Road. Go left (SE) on Adams Dam Road 0.3 mile; the park entrance is on the left (N); the nature center is 0.7 mile up the entrance road.
Other Birding Sites in the Piedmont Hills & Valleys Region:
- White Clay Creek State Park
- Ashland Nature Center
- Brandywine Creek State Park
- Wilmington State Parks
