Wildlife Common to Northwestern Pennsylvania
Our cabins are located among the largest stand of virgin timber on the
entire east coast. We also adjoin Clear Creek State Park and are
surrounded by the extensive Allegheny National Forest. These PA forests
provide ample food and nutrition for many species of our wildlife. Most
notably, whitetail deer and the American black bear are frequently
spotted around our cabins.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission establishes the laws pertaining to
hunting, trapping and observing game at night (spotting/spotlighting).
Please abide by these laws while visiting Pennsylvania Game Lands and
State Parks.
Inhabitants of Our Forest
- Whitetail Deer
- Raccoons
- Porcupines
- Squirrels - gray, black, and red
- Opossums
- Black bears
- Foxes – red & gray
- Black Bears
- Bald Eagles
- Coyotes
- Turkeys
- Geese
- Ducks
- Ruffled Grouse
- Ringneck Pheasants
Black Bear Facts
The black bear populations in Pennsylvania have been increasing for
years. We have the third largest number of black bears in the country,
trailing only the states of Alaska and Washington.
White-tailed Deer Facts
Pennsylvania has more white-tails than all other states except Texas and
Michigan. White-tailed deer are also considered the most challenging
deer species to hunt in the world. Want to see some large Whitetail deer
bucks up close and personal? Check out the nearby Double Diamond Deer
Ranch (link)
Elk Facts
Pennsylvania now boasts one of the largest Elk herds east of the
Mississippi River. You can view them by driving to Benezette, about a
one hour drive.
Cook Forest Area Wildlife Photo Gallery
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