Holden Natural Areas

National Natural Landmark

IN BRIEF
(extends into Lake County) Holden Natural Areas is a complex of three natural areas. Steblins Gulch possesses geological formations of Chardon, Brea sandstone, Bedford and Cleveland types. Bole Forest is a northern hardwood virgin forest, and Hanging Rock Farm is a stand of northern hardwoods. The three areas serve as a unique control for arboretum lands abutting this landmark. Ownership: Private.

DESIGNATION DATE
1967