Marion Brooks Natural Area
Area Protected natural area preserving regional forest ecosystems
How to Get to Marion Brooks Natural Area #
Usually reached by local roads and trailheads in the Elk County region; nearest towns provide basic services. Local forest or county maps indicate parking areas and trail access; a vehicle is typically required to reach trailheads.
Tips for Visiting Marion Brooks Natural Area #
- Explore the less-used back trails to find older growth and quiet vernal pools.
- Check seasonal trail closures; some areas can be muddy or protected during breeding seasons.
- Bring a field guide - early spring brings a flush of wildflowers that many visitors miss.
Best Time to Visit Marion Brooks Natural Area #
Best visited in spring for flora and birds; fall is excellent for color and fewer people.
Weather & Climate near Marion Brooks Natural Area #
Marion Brooks Natural Area's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1096 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (122 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
