Crow's Nest Natural Area Preserve, Protected natural area in Stafford County, United States.
The preserve spans 3,344 acres of mixed hardwood forests, tidal wetlands, and steep ravines rising 160 feet above Potomac and Accokeek creeks.
The land holds archaeological evidence of Native American settlements dating back to 9000 BC, showing continuous human presence through the Early Archaic period.
The Patawomeck tribe established agricultural systems and maintained hunting grounds in this region, leaving artifacts that document their daily activities.
Visitors can access the preserve through Raven Road or Brooke Road entrances, which provide parking facilities and connect to hiking trails and a canoe launch.
The preserve contains 956 acres of tidal and non-tidal wetlands, representing 60 percent of all marshes within Stafford County.
Location: Stafford County
GPS coordinates: 38.36670,-77.33330
Latest update: March 24, 2025 13:10
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