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Natural Lands' Stroud Preserve
454 North Creek Road, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States
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About the Natural Lands' Stroud Preserve
Natural Lands' Stroud Preserve is a beautiful park and tourist attraction located at 454 North Creek Road in West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States. This unique preserve is a mix of grasslands, farmlands, and woodlands that provides a perfect balance between human needs and nature conservation. The 332-acre preserve was established in 1990 by Dr. Morris Stroud, who bequeathed his Georgia Farm to Natural Lands. Since then, the preserve has expanded through donations and purchases of neighboring properties.
The history of Stroud Preserve dates back to the founding of the colony, with the stone farmhouse built in 1740 listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The preserve also serves as a long-term study site for the Stroud Water Research Center, conducting groundbreaking research on streams and rivers. Scientists from the Center have set up experiments to evaluate the impact of riparian forest buffers on water quality.
Stroud Preserve is the only site in Pennsylvania included in the Environmental Protection Agency's National Monitoring Program, assessing the effects of land use and human practices on water quality. Visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of the preserve while supporting the important work of Natural Lands in saving open space, caring for nature, and connecting people to the outdoors.
One of the unique habitats at Stroud Preserve is Willisbrook, a serpentine barren that Natural Lands is dedicated to protecting. Visitors can also observe fascinating water insects like hellgrammites, known as the 'King Kong' of water insects. Plan a visit to Stroud Preserve to experience the beauty of nature and learn about the vital conservation efforts taking place in this special place.
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454 N Creek Rd, West Chester, PA 19382, United States
Opening hours of Natural Lands' Stroud Preserve
Monday:
07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday:
07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday:
Day off
Thursday:
07:00 - 19:00
Friday:
07:00 - 19:00
Saturday:
07:00 - 19:00
Sunday:
07:00 - 19:00
Reviews of Natural Lands' Stroud Preserve
"Beautiful place to stop and recharge. Love nature it’s super great!!"
"One of my favorite places ever, i like to go up the hill and look at the scenery."
"This is my favorite of the area's Natural Lands preserves, as it has a pebble trail along the main stretch that is good for kids. Plus additional trails over grass and through the woods. The creek is pretty too, and one of these days I'd love to go tubing in that!"
"It’s a well maintained place for a walk or hike or even for nature watch and best place for an evening stroll with pets or kids. There are multiple trails and has an awesome sunset view from the meadow garden. Bees, birds, natural and agricultural land is abundant."
"Nice preserve for a run or hike! I completed the red loop which took a little under an hour and a half. I would recommend bringing lots of water and wearing sunscreen, as most of the trail is not shaded. Elevation changes throughout the hike that got me a little winded but overall the hike was not difficult. The trails are very well-marked and maintained. Most of the parking lot was full when I arrived Tuesday late morning. I would probably come back for another hike."
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