Boyd Big Tree Conservation Area

Boyd Big Tree Conservation Area

Parks Directory of the United States / State Parks / Pennsylvania

Location:On Blue Mountain in Middle Paxton and Lower Paxton townships in south central portion of the state.
Facilities:Hiking trails (11 miles), cross-country ski trails.
Activities:Hiking, cross-country skiing, hunting, interpretive programs.
Special Features:Large trees of numerous species are scattered throughout the area, providing habitat for deep forest birds, especially warblers. A large field of butterfly weed blooms in late July and early August, attracting many butterflies.
Address:c/o Little Buffalo State Park
RR 2 Box 256A
Newport, PA 17074
Phone:717-567-9255
Web: www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/boydbigtree.aspx
Size: 914 acres.

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