Plain Grove Fens Natural Area Georgetown Road, Slippery Rock, PA 16057

Plain Grove Fens Natural Area: A Tranquil Haven for Nature Enthusiasts

Welcome to Plain Grove Fens Natural Area, a serene park located on Georgetown Road in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania. This beautiful nature preserve offers a diverse landscape featuring mature forests, old fields, streams, and active agricultural lands.

Visitor Guidelines:

To ensure a pleasant experience for all visitors, please adhere to the following guidelines:

- Avoid residential and barnyard areas.

- Do not enter fenced fields.

- Follow the mowed path from the parking area along the fenced fields to access further sections of the preserve.

Birdwatching Paradise:

Plain Grove Fens Natural Area is recognized as an eBird hotspot, making it one of the premier birding locations around the world. Bird enthusiasts can spot a variety of species here, including the snow bunting, eastern meadowlark, and red-necked phalarope. To enhance your birdwatching experience, consider using eBird.org, a website and app that helps you find more birds, keep track of your bird lists, photos, and sounds, and explore the latest sightings from around the globe. Join the world’s largest birding community and contribute to science and conservation.

Plan Your Visit:

- There are no restroom facilities available at the preserve.

- Adhere to leave-no-trace principles to keep the preserve clean and natural.

- Plan ahead and review guidelines to help keep yourself, others, and wildlife safe.

Supporting Conservation:

Plain Grove Fens Natural Area is managed by the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Your donations are 100% tax-deductible as allowed by law and support the preservation of this beautiful natural area.

Come and immerse yourself in the tranquility of Plain Grove Fens Natural Area, where nature's beauty and wildlife await your discovery.