The Lanc Local team analyzed 4,541 local reviews and metrics to find the best nature preserves Refton, PA has to offer. We rank businesses according to their Bayesian average rating — to prevent rankings from being overly influenced by businesses with only a few reviews.
Top Nature Preserves
Near Refton, PA
Kellys Run Nature Preserve
4.8
(317 Reviews)
Locals' choice
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....
Holtwood
Tucquan Glen & Pyfer Nature Preserves
4.7
(277 Reviews)
Locals' choice
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...
Holtwood
Climbers Run Nature Center
4.8
(163 Reviews)
Locals' choice
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...
Pequea
Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve
4.7
(202 Reviews)
Locals' choice
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...
Conestoga
Shiprock Woods Nature Preserve
4.7
(80 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"Great spot for a little hike through the woods. Well maintained impossible to get lost." - Louis H....
Willow Street
Clark Nature Preserve
4.7
(54 Reviews)
Locals' choice
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....
Pequea
Trout Run Nature Preserve
4.8
(41 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"Love this trail, fantastic hiking, and great for some fly fishing for brookies" - Mike...
Pequea
Clark Nature Preserve
4.5
(48 Reviews)
Locals' choice
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....
Pequea
Windolph Landing Nature Preserve
4.4
(48 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"A very beautiful place to go for an easy and relaxing hike. A must see nature trail ." - John S....
Lancaster
Safe Harbor Nature Preserve
3.8
(5 Reviews)
Locals' choice
Featured review:
"Love it." - Brenda F....
Conestoga
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