Jul 21, 2021 · The National Natural Landmark, according to historians, houses forest hemlock and pine trees that date back to the 1600s. However, many of the original trees in the forest were cut down during the 19th century, making those that remain a true treasure.

In this table of age estimates and measurements in Pennsylvania are shown. Of course this inventory contains only age records as far as they are registered on this site.

The Sacred Oak is the oldest and most remarkable oak tree in Pennsylvania, estimated to be more than 500 years old, with some sources suggesting an age of approximately 700 years.

Dec 6, 2021 · The state forestry department in Harrisburg, PA estimated the tree to be over 250 years old in 1900. Measuring 27 feet in circumference, the main trunk has been visibly hollow since it was hit by lightning in 1957.

Sep 12, 2020 · Lancaster County’s Old Sycamore (platanus occidentalis) is situated on land that was part of a 1718 Penn Grant, deeded by Penn to the early settlers. Over the centuries it has been documented as “Pennsylvania’s most massive tree”, “the oldest sycamore in Pennsylvania” and “a more heroic sight would be hard to find in the world of ...

In this table of age estimates and measurements in Pennsylvania are shown. Of course this inventory contains only age records as far as they are registered on this site.

PhotosMore The thickest, tallest, and oldest trees in Pennsylvania

May 16, 2019 · In Pennsylvania, hemlocks in the Allegheny National Forest are reportedly more than 550 years old, making them the oldest here. The study of ancient trees has been honed …

The Sacred Oak is a more-than-500-year-old Chinkapin Oak located in the Oley Valley, Pennsylvania. It sits in a grove of trees just off Friedensburg Road. According to Native-American legend, a beautiful woman, the wife of a powerful chief, became very ill.

The Forest Cathedral old-growth area, a registered National Natural Landmark, is considered Pennsylvania's finest and largest old-growth forest. It was the first forest in the Old-Growth Forest Network, dedicated on April 19th, 2012.