Big Flat Laurel Natural Area
| Big Flat Laurel Natural Area | |
|---|---|
  Location within Pennsylvania | |
| Location | Huntingdon County and Centre County, Pennsylvania |
| Nearest town | Boalsburg |
| Coordinates | 40°43′24″N 77°47′05″W / 40.7232°N 77.7847°W |
| Area | 184 acres (74 ha) |
Big Flat Laurel Natural Area is a 184-acre (74 ha) protected area in Huntingdon County and Centre County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of Rothrock State Forest.[1][2]
Description
The Natural Area was established to protect large stands of mountain laurel, which is the Pennsylvania state flower.[1][3] It is also known for hosting several bird species and is a popular spot for birdwatchers.[2] The area can be accessed via a segment of the Mid State Trail and provides an overlook of Bear Meadows Natural Area in the valley below.[4]
References
- 1 2 "Rothrock State Forest Wild and Natural Areas". Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources. Retrieved May 16, 2026.
- 1 2 Fergus, Charles (2002). Natural Pennsylvania: Exploring the State Forest Natural Areas. Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books. pp. 72–76.
- ↑ Kiniry, Laura. "Galbraith Gap in Boalsburg". Atlas Obscura. Retrieved May 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Mid State Trail Association". Mid State Trail Association: State College Region. Retrieved October 11, 2022.
