Safe Harbor, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Safe Harbor, Pennsylvania
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 Safe Harbor, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Safe Harbor, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Lancaster |
| Township | Conestoga |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
Safe Harbor is a small community in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States. It's not a city or town with its own government, but rather an unincorporated community within Conestoga Township. It's known for its beautiful natural setting where two rivers meet.
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Exploring Safe Harbor
Safe Harbor is located where the Conestoga River flows into the much larger Susquehanna River. This special spot was very important long ago.
A Place for Native Americans
For many centuries, this area was a key gathering place for Native Americans. They used the "Harbor" – which is an inlet where the rivers join – as a stopping point. The rivers provided lots of fish and wildlife. This helped the Conestoga people, a Native American tribe, to live and thrive in the area.
Safe Harbor in the News
In 2001, Safe Harbor and the nearby community of Conestoga were featured in the national news. This happened when then-President George W. Bush visited the Safe Harbor Dam power station. He held a special event there, bringing attention to the community.
Nature and Recreation
Even though it's a small community, Safe Harbor has some nice places to visit. You can explore the Safe Harbor Park, which is a great spot for outdoor activities. There's also the Safe Harbor Arboretum, which is like a living museum of trees and plants.
Other Points of Interest
- Safe Harbor Trestle
