Best Nature Preserves Near Pequea, PA [Ranked by Locals]
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Top Nature Preserves
Near Pequea, PA
Kellys Run Nature Preserve
4.8
(317 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Neat trail. Lots of folks hiking and hiking with dogs. If you have an older dog or non-agile dog, I would not recommend this hike. Beautiful rock formations and stream crossings. Lots of parking. Easy to navigate. Overall, worth the hour plus drive to get there." - Christina G....
Tucquan Glen & Pyfer Nature Preserves
4.7
(277 Reviews)
Featured review:
"WARNING: Love this beautiful nature preserve! One big downfall, NO PARKING... had to walk around 3 miles from House Rock on a trail to get here, lots of ups and downs... then had to walk back to house rock. Didn't know this until I got here...also bring watershoes to cross the creeks, the stones ar...
Turkey Hill Overlook Trail
4.6
(422 Reviews)
Featured review:
"This is a beautiful trail. We only had a few minutes to enjoy it. Be careful where you park. The squirrels were bombing cars with acorns." - Jean R....
Climbers Run Nature Center
4.8
(163 Reviews)
Featured review:
"A great place to explore nature. Secluded and quiet, diverse areas for spotting wildlife. Check their calendar for special event. The “volunteer work day” is an enjoyable way to spend a few hours in the woods…this event occurs monthly. Mud boots recommended, especially during the rainy seas...
Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
4.7
(202 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Great place for a relaxing hike! Beautiful flowers in April. There is a stone trail back to where hiking trails start. Hike is easy with only slight upgrade. I saw a stroller or two on the trail but it will take a little muscle to get them over bumps and the stroller should have bigger wheels. Nice...
Shiprock Woods Nature Preserve
4.7
(80 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Great spot for a little hike through the woods. Well maintained impossible to get lost." - Louis H....
Clark Nature Preserve
4.7
(54 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Spacious parking area with semi difficult trails that lead to wonderful views. Great for anyone wanting a good cardio workout with various inclines and rocks to climb." - Steven J....
Trout Run Nature Preserve
4.8
(41 Reviews)
Featured review:
"Love this trail, fantastic hiking, and great for some fly fishing for brookies" - Mike...
Clark Nature Preserve
4.5
(48 Reviews)
Featured review:
"I hiked approximately 5.75 miles round-trip from Clark Nature Preserve trailhead to Tucquan Glen and back. The terrain is rugged at times, with frequent elevation changes and good views of the Susquehanna River and neighboring York County." - Steve B....
Windolph Landing Nature Preserve
4.4
(48 Reviews)
Featured review:
"A very beautiful place to go for an easy and relaxing hike. A must see nature trail ." - John S....
