Bear Swamp Preserve is a Nature Conservancy preserve[1] and National Natural Landmark[2] in Westerlo, New York. It consists of a pond and surrounding 310 acres (1.3 km2) of swamp and woodland. It is recognized for its great laurel tree population. It has two nature trails totaling about two miles (3.2 km) in length.[1]
| Bear Swamp Preserve | |
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.jpg) Bear Swamp Preserve, September 2013 | |
  Location within New York | |
| Location | Westerlo, New York |
| Coordinates | 42°28′27″N 74°03′34″W / 42.4742°N 74.0594°W |
| Area | 310 acres (1.3 km2) |
| Governing body | The Nature Conservancy |
| Designated | May 1973 |