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Bryn Coed Preserve

Address
Flint Road
Chester Springs, Pennsylvania 19425 Get Directions
Website https://www.natlands.org/visit/bryn-coed-preserve/

In 2017, Natural Lands protected a 1,505-acre mosaic of forest and farmland known as Bryn Coed—which means “wooded hill” in Welsh. In doing so, we saved one of the largest remaining unprotected swaths of land in the greater Philadelphia region from becoming a housing development.

parking

Bryn Coed Preserve has three parking lots, all of which are paved. The event organizer will let you know where to park for your specific event.

  • The main parking lot (1869 Flint Road) has 38 spaces. The gate closes at dusk; it opens automatically to let cars out.
  • The Beaver Hill Road parking lot has 11 spaces. The gate closes at dusk; it opens automatically to let cars out.
  • The Miller Road parking lot has five spaces.

visitor hours

Friday – Wednesday, dawn to dusk. Closed Thursdays.


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  • Take a Hike

    Bryn Coed Preserve Flint Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate National Take a Hike Day with a refreshing weekday walk at Bryn Coed Preserve. Hosted in partnership with American Hiking Society, this outing is a reminder that hiking doesn’t have to mean scaling mountains or hauling gear; it can be as simple as lacing up your shoes and stepping outside. November’s cooler air and quieter trails offer the perfect backdrop to pause, breathe deeply, and enjoy the season’s beauty. Whether you’re new to hiking or a seasoned trail-goer, this is a chance to enjoy the mental and physical benefits of nature… right in your own backyard. Take a break

  • Edible and Medicinal Plant ID Walk

    Bryn Coed Preserve Flint Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

    Join us for an engaging and educational walk around Bryn Coed Preserve, where you’ll learn to identify native trees and other plants, and discover their edible and medicinal uses. Throughout the walk, we’ll focus on the ethics, ecology, and conservation of these valuable natural resources, helping you connect more deeply with the land.  By the end of the walk, we hope you’ll have gained a greater understanding of the natural world and the steps we all can take to protect it.  Whether you’re a seasoned nature enthusiast or new to exploring plants and trees, this experience will strengthen your connection

  • Stardust! Summer Celebration

    Bryn Coed Preserve Flint Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

    Stardust: It’s literal. It’s metaphorical. And when it touches us, it’s magical! Vast meadows. Expansive views. Wooded hills. Abundant wildlife. Let Bryn Coed Preserve awe and inspire you as we gather for Stardust—Natural Lands’ annual summer celebration—to help raise awareness of and support for our mission. The secret to Stardust’s magic? Being outdoors on a beautiful summer evening—wrapped in a stunning conserved landscape as far as the eye can see—for cocktails, a roving supper, and much merriment under the stars. But the night-of experience is only part of the magic. Natural Lands’ regional mission to provide land for life and

  • Volunteer – Nurture Nature

    Bryn Coed Preserve Flint Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

    get outside and give back.

  • Stardust Summer Celebration

    Bryn Coed Preserve Flint Road, Chester Springs, Pennsylvania

    6:30 – 9:30 pm
    cocktails, roving supper, and merriment under the stars.