Deer Lick Nature Sanctuary, Protected forest and gorge in Cattaraugus County, New York, US.
The 410-acre sanctuary contains northern hardwood forests, shale canyon walls, and the south fork of Cattaraugus Creek running through the landscape.
The Nature Conservancy received the initial land donation from Miss Evelyn Alverson in 1960, followed by Deer Lick Falls from Herbert F. Darling.
The sanctuary serves as an educational center where researchers study American chestnut trees to develop resistance against blight through genetic combinations.
The preserve features 11 miles of marked trails with different difficulty levels, while archery hunting requires written permission from October to December.
The old-growth forest section spans 80 acres and displays the geological formations of the Onondaga Escarpment through exposed stratifications.
Location: New York
GPS coordinates: 42.42110,-78.90570
Latest update: April 23, 2025 16:53
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