Kurmes Paradise Creek Nature Preserve
(2 Access Points)
335 Devils Hole Road
Cresco, PA 18326
Trailhead coordinates: 41.13824, -75.32989
&
289 Phoebe Snow Road
Mount Pocono, PA 18344
Trailhead coordinates: 41.128723, -75.331620
Location & Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/7WycSXHsQM62 Devil's Hole Road
Location & Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/odtNKqpASG32 Phoebe Snow Road
History
The 400-acre Kurmes Preserve was acquired in 2005. The preserve is bisected by SR-940, dividing it into two sections, each with their own parking area and trailhead.
North of SR-940, Tank Creek and Yankee Run, along with some smaller watercourses, form the headwaters of the Paradise Creek. These riparian areas have dense rhododendron and hemlock with other associated deciduous species. There are also a number of vernal pools. The upland area is predominately mixed oak often with a dense understory of mountain laurel. This section is accessed from Devil’s Hole Road.
South of SR-940, the preserve is accessed from Phoebe Snow Road. The habitat in this area is mainly dry upland with mixed oak species.
Size: 400 acres
Suggested Activities:
• Hiking
• Fishing
• Biking
• Hunting
Hunting Regulations on Kurmes Preserve:
This property is enrolled in the PA Game Commission’s Hunter Access Program
During the two-week rifle deer season, Poplar Swamp Club has exclusive right to hunt the Kurmes Preserve.
Public hunting following PA Game Commission hunting regulations is allowed during all other seasons including, but not limited to, muzzleloader and archery. Bear season is excluded; no bear hunting is allowed.
For questions, please contact Pocono Heritage Land Trust at 570-424-1514 or info@phlt.org.
