Reynolds Spring Natural Area
| Reynolds Spring Natural Area | |
|---|---|
Location within Pennsylvania | |
| Location | Tioga County, Pennsylvania |
| Nearest town | Cedar Run |
| Coordinates | 41°33′44″N 77°31′51″W / 41.5622°N 77.5307°W |
| Area | 1,302 acres (527 ha) |
Reynolds Spring Natural Area is a 1,302-acre (527 ha) protected area in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of Tioga State Forest.[1][2] The area has been designated as a National Natural Landmark.[3][4]
Description
The Natural Area was established to protect an uncommon pine swamp and stands of several different tree species including oak and aspen.[1] The area also protect many plant species that are not commonly found in Pennsylvania, including pitcher plants, sedges, and sphagnum moss.[2]
References
- ^ a b "Tioga State Forest Wild and Natural Areas". Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
- ^ a b Fergus, Charles (2002). Natural Pennsylvania: Exploring the State Forest Natural Areas. Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books. pp. 194–199.
- ^ Ferris, Tasha (August 10, 2024). "Forest Friday: National Natural Landmark Reynolds Spring and Algerine Swamp Bogs | Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation". Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation | The official nonprofit partner for the Pennsylvania state parks and forests. Retrieved May 26, 2026.
- ^ "National Natural Landmarks by county - National Natural Landmarks (U.S. National Park Service)". www.nps.gov. Retrieved December 19, 2023.