The Sewickley Creek Wetlands Interpretive Area is a 21-acre environmental education area with trails, an observation deck, and a parking lot. The site is dedicated to natural study under the management policy of a nature preserve.

 

A wetland is a combination of soils, plants, and water, characterized by the dominance of moisture in the soil. Many of the plants depend on water, even though the soils may appear dry.

Wetlands are important because plants here filter pollutants from the water and help control soil erosion. Wetlands also help control storm water runoff and may reduce flooding. Many endangered plants and animals depend on wetlands to survive.

Sewickley Creek Wetlands is a man-made wetland built by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission to replace those affected by the construction of the Amos K Hutchinson Bypass.

Hunting, fishing, trapping, wading, or any disturbance of plants and animals at this park is not permitted. Vehicles of any type, including bicycles are not permitted beyond the parking area, although handicapped access devices are allowed. Pets are restricted from the area.