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Buzzard Swamp 376 Trailhead
This parking area offers another opportunity to access the 11.2 miles of interconnecting trails which offer opportunities to view wildlife, hike, cross-country ski, mountain bike or fish the Buzzard Swamp Area.
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At a Glance
| Fees: | No fee |
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| Permit Info: | No permit required |
| Open Season: | January - December |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line or at any office of the Allegheny National Forest. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forest. Applicable Orders for this Site:
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| Closest Towns: | Marienville, PA |
| Water: | None |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Marienville Ranger District Address: 131 Smokey Lane Marienville, PA 16239 Phone: 1-814-927-6628 Email: sm.fs.anf@usda.gov |
General Information
Directions:From Marienville
- Travel south on PA-66 for 1.6 miles
- Make a sharp left onto E. Spruce Street
- Travel .8 miles on E. Spruce Street
- E. Spruce Street becomes Lamonaville Road/T327
- Travel 1.7 miles on Lamonaville Road/T327
- Turn right onto Forest Road 376
- Travel .2 miles on Forest Road 376 to the trailhead
Activities
Mountain Biking
Joint use with hikers| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Lake and Pond Fishing
Hiking trail to man made lakes.| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Day Hiking
Most of the trails are not marked with diamonds, so watch the informational signs for directions. The skill level of the trails is easy and the terrain is relatively flat. Some of the trails are located within meadows with little protection from the sun and wind.| Fire Information | Campfires are permitted if maintained in a fire ring, and completely extinguished. |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Backpacking
Most of the trails are not marked with diamonds, so watch the informational signs for directions. The skill level of the trails is easy and the terrain is relatively flat. Some of the trails are located within meadows with little protection from the sun and wind.| Fire Information | Campfires are permitted if maintained in a fire ring, and completely extinguished. |
| Elevation desc | Flat |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Viewing Wildlife
Buzzard Swamp offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities on the Forest. The area is an important link in the Atlantic flyway during the waterfowl migration. During spring migration, 20-25 species of waterfowl can be seen around the swamp. An observant hiker could see bear, deer, beaver, coyote, snapping turtles, turkey, osprey, and bald eagles. Don't forget your binoculars or spotting scope for great views of the native fauna.
For information on species common to Pennsylvania, and the Allegheny National Forest visit the Pennsylvania Game Commission website for game and nongame species information.
When you see wildlife, please remember:
- never feed wildlife
- don't interfere with mating, predation or other natural behaviors.
- keep a respectful distance
- preserve habitat by following "leave no trace" principles.
- leave young wildlife where you find them.
If you think you've found a sick or injured animal please call the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
| Species | During spring migration, 20-25 species of waterfowl can be seen around the swamp. An observant hiker could see bear, deer, beaver, coyote, snapping turtles, turkey, osprey, and bald eagles. Don't forget your binoculars or spotting scope for great views of the native fauna. |
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Viewing Plants
The wildlife propagation area is protected from entry. Minimizing access to this small propagation area (40 acres) has enabled essential vegetation to proliferate, providing critical habitat for nesting waterfowl. Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities are possible from trails bordering the propagation area. We ask for your cooperation in retaining this unique habitat.
Many native plants can be found throughout the Allegheny National Forest. The most common is Mountain Laurel, the Pennsylvania state flower.
For more information about the types of plants and trees you may see on the Allegheny:
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Multiple use trail for hiking, X-C skiing and snow shoeing.| Warming Shelters | No |
| Base Conditions | Not a groomed trail |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate |
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