Black Creek Preserve, Winding Brook Rd, Esopus, NY 12429, US

The John Burroughs Nature Sanctuary in Esopus, NY is a 200-acre oasis nestled in the Mid-Hudson River Valley. It is home to the rustic cabin retreat of renowned literary naturalist John Burroughs, known as Slabsides. Visitors can explore the sanctuary's four and a half miles of trails, which wind through rocky ridges, deep forests, and a picturesque two-acre pond, offering a glimpse into the same natural beauty that inspired Burroughs over a century ago. Preserved much as Burroughs left it when he passed away in 1921, Slabsides is a National Historic Landmark and a Hudson River National Heritage Area site. The cabin's exterior siding was restored in 2007, and the foundation was repaired with funding from the National Parks Service and New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation. With its rich history and captivating trails, the John Burroughs Nature Sanctuary invites visitors to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature and experience the same awe-inspiring landscapes that inspired Burroughs' timeless writings.Generated from the website