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Reynolds Spring Natural Area

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Reynolds Spring Natural Area
Map showing the location of Reynolds Spring Natural Area
Map showing the location of Reynolds Spring Natural Area
Location within Pennsylvania
LocationTioga County, Pennsylvania
Nearest townCedar Run
Coordinates41°33′44″N 77°31′51″W / 41.5622°N 77.5307°W / 41.5622; -77.5307
Area1,302 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

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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

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  1. ^ a b "Tioga State Forest Wild and Natural Areas". Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
  2. ^ a b Fergus, Charles (2002). Natural Pennsylvania: Exploring the State Forest Natural Areas. Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books. pp. 194–199.
  3. ^ 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.
  4. ^ "National Natural Landmarks by county - National Natural Landmarks (U.S. National Park Service)". www.nps.gov. Retrieved December 19, 2023.