Port Royal Wetlands
Nestled in Juniata County, Port Royal Wetlands is one of Central Pennsylvania Conservancy’s shining examples of restoration and collaboration. This community preserve demonstrates how conservation can transform former industrial land into a thriving habitat.
Exploring the Preserve
This 14-acre nature park was created in 2003 through a partnership of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and CPC. Funding for the parkland and enhancements was a result of settlement negotiations for the Federal Clean Water Act violations by a private company. The park consists of several constructed ponds and wetlands, open fields, and woods. A short nature trail allows the public to observe abundant wildlife, especially birds.
The park is open year-round to the public for passive recreation such as hiking and bird watching with a gravel parking area available for public use. There are no facilities available or motorized vehicles allowed.
Directions
The Port Royal Preserve is a stone’s throw from the interchange for the William Penn Highway (US-322/22) and Industrial Park Rd (PA-75).
From US-322/22, take exit 75 West and, immediately after the interchange, turn onto Smith Rd. In 0.1 miles turn left into a gravel parking area for the Preserve and a propane gas storage facility. Parking is available off Smith Road at the propane storage tanks. Limited access is also available from the Walker Township community park.