Last updated: 5/24/2011
94 Sanctuary RoadLake Ariel, PA 18436
Hiking trails and historic estate grounds open sunrise to sunset. Building tours subject to schedule - see schedule at www.lacawac.org or call 570-689-9494. Group tours by appointment.
No charge. Donations welcome.
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Michael Peterson
phone: 570-689-9494
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565 acre nature preserve and historic, rustic Adirondack style summer estate that belonged to several Scranton industrial barons.
Education - Preservation - Research
Built in 1903 by coal mine baron Charles Connell who later served in Congress. Sold to Col. Louis Watres, Scranton industrialist and Lt. Governor. Watres used it as a base to purchase land and manage creation of Lake Wallenpaupack. Donated by the family to a non-profit group in 1966. Lacawac is on the National Registry of Historic Places, is a National Natural Landmark, and is a Pennsylvania State Native Plant Preserve.
Tours and nature walks. Extensive schedule of public education programs from May-October. See website www.Lacawac.org for current schedule.
Non-profit 501 (c) 3 membership organization. Volunteer board of directors.
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