Sewickley Creek Wetlands
in Westmoreland County PA
Contact Information:
Westmoreland County Parks and Recreation
Phone: 724.830.3950 or 1.800.442.6926
Donohoe Road
R.D. #12, Box 203
Greensburg, PA 15601
Directions
From New Stanton, take Toll Road 66 (The Amos K.
Hutchinson Bypass) north to the Arona Road exit. At the end
of the exit ramp, turn left onto North-East Drive. The
parking area for the Sewickley Creek Wetlands Interpretive
Area is ahead on the left. When approaching from the North,
take the Arona Road exit off of Toll Road 66, then turn left
onto Shader Hollow Road, then left again onto North-East
Drive. The park is ahead on the left.
Overview
Sewickley Creek Wetlands Interpretive Area is a man-made
wetland covering 21 acres. It was constructed by the
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission in order to replace
wetlands affected by the construction of the Amos K
Hutchinson Bypass. Numerous songbirds and other wildlife can
be found in this tiny habitat, which serves as a relaxing
and peaceful spot to have a picnic and observe nature.
Wildflower patches are especially beautiful in late spring
and summer.
Disturbance of the wetland is strictly prohibited. There
is to be no hunting, fishing, trapping, wading, or other
disruption to the plants and animals in this fragile
habitat. No vehicle or bicycle is permitted beyond the
parking area, although there are trails which allow visitors
to walk through the wetlands and approach the water. The
observation deck is handicapped accessible, and there are
picnic tables and benches available near the parking area.
Wetlands like the Sewickley Creek Wetlands Interpretive
Area prove their worth in filtering pollutants from water
and helping to control soil erosion. Wetlands aid in
controlling storm water runoff and help to reduce flooding.
They are the home to many endangered plants and animals,
which depend on their wetland environments to survive.
A wetland is defined as a lowland area, such as a marsh or
swamp that is saturated with moisture, especially when used
as a natural habitat for wildlife.
Facilities
No pets are allowed in the park. No rest room facilities
are available.
Website
Sewickley Creek Wetlands - Westmoreland County Parks &
Rec
Westmoreland County offers ideal
outdoor park settings in the heart of the Laurel Highlands