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Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area

Park · Blakeslee, Pennsylvania

Rainy todayBarbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
This 130-acre preserve in Monroe County follows more than a mile of Tobyhanna Creek and has three blazed trails: Pine, Highland and Creek. Before a 1955 flood wrecked it, the land was a public park with a carousel, roller rink and dance hall.

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Weather at Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area

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Water Conditions:
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area?
Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area is a park in Blakeslee, Pennsylvania.
Can you swim at Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area?
There is no fixed answer for Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area in Blakeslee, Pennsylvania. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area rated?
Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area in Blakeslee, Pennsylvania has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 839 reviews.

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Location & Contact

20 PA-115, Blakeslee, PA 18610

Blakeslee, Pennsylvania 18610

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Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🍖 Barbecue grill🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes