Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve

Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve is a 134-acre protected area in Fox Chapel featuring woodlands, open fields, flowing streams, and a pond within its boundaries. The property maintains these diverse habitats in their natural state while surrounded by suburban development.

The property was purchased in 1903 by William Flinn, who named it Beechwood Farms and established a Guernsey cattle operation. This dairy farm supplied milk products to local communities in the region.

The Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania maintains educational facilities including classrooms, a natural history library, and an environmental learning center.

The area is open year-round from sunrise to sunset and features over 5 miles of marked walking trails throughout the grounds. Some paths are designed to be navigable for visitors with varying mobility needs.

The Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania operates an environmental education center here with classrooms and a natural history library. The learning building incorporates sustainable design features including composting toilets and heat conservation systems.