The last large,
unbroken forest
left in southeastern
Pennsylvania,
Hopewell Big Woods
is one of the most important natural areas in the region.
Hiking: Miles of beautiful trails
Fishing: Exceptional Value Streams: French Creek, Hay Creek, Mill Creek
Birding: Audubon Important Bird Areas
Horseback Riding: 35 miles of the Horse-Shoe Trail
Paddling: Schuylkill River, Hopewell Lake, Scotts Run Lake
Camping: Tents, RVs, and cabins in French Creek State Park,rustic camping in William Penn State Forest
Cycling: Scenic roadways and miles of trails
Rock Climbing: 60 foot, fixed-pin rock wall at Birdsboro
Hunting: State Game Lands and French Creek State ParkPlus historic sites, charming restaurants and inns and much more
Did you know the Hopewell Big Woods includes...?
Important Bird Area, PA Audubon
Important Mammal Area, PA Wildlife Federation
Exceptional Value French, Mill and Hay Creeks, PA Dept of Environmental
Protection
Most important wetland in Chester County Natural Areas Inventory
Funding partially provided by William Penn Foundation, PA Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources, and the National Park Service.