Natural Lands' Bear Creek Preserve is nearly 4,000 acres of woodlands and stream valleys. It's home to a wide array of wildlife including black bear, grey foxes, and the endangered Northern flying Squirrel. A dizzying array of birds make the Preserve home, or a welcome stop along their migratory routes.

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August 1, 2024

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Natural Lands' Bear Creek Preserve is nearly 4,000 acres of woodlands and stream valleys. It's home to a wide array of wildlife including black bear, gray foxes, and the endangered Northern flying squirrel. A dizzying array of birds makes the Preserve home, or a welcome stop along their migratory routes.

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1. Buttermilk Falls via Red & Green Trail loop — Bear Creek Preserve

13.9km

03:49

240m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate

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2. Hiking loop from Bear Creek Village

4.62km

01:17

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hiking loop from Shades Glen

9.74km

02:43

190m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 540 m

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Thursday 5 February

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Location: Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States

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Natural Lands' Bear Creek Preserve

1. Buttermilk Falls via Red & Green Trail loop — Bear Creek Preserve

2. Hiking loop from Bear Creek Village

3. Hiking loop from Shades Glen

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