Meeting Place: Old Seeger Picnic Area Parking Lot on Seeger Road
A state forest natural area is a protected area in a Pennsylvania state forest that is managed to preserve its natural state. These areas are set aside to protect unique plants, animals, scenic beauty, geological, and historic features. They provide places to observe distinctive plant and animal communities and showcase outstanding examples of the state’s forest communities. There are over 60 state forest natural areas in Pennsylvania!
Named after a famous WWI poet, the Alan Seeger Natural Area includes 390 acres north of Greenwood Furnace State Park. The forest contains old growth hemlock, white pine, and yellow birch along with huge colonies of great rhododendron near Standing Stone Creek.
On this 1-mile leisurely walk, participants can expect to observe an old growth forest ecosystem. Although very flat, the trail crosses the stream multiple times over bridges and can be a bit muddy in some locations. Come prepared with proper footwear, food, and water. Hiking poles are recommended.
Contact PA Master Naturalist, Kristin Joivell, at [email protected] or (814) 386-6267 with any questions.