The combination of kame and kettle glacial geology, elevation, calcium-rich waters, and cool temperatures is responsible for the unusual wetland plant communities found here.

The Roy H Park Preserve strategically connects Yellow Barn and Hammond Hill State Forests, and a Cornell University natural area.

The diversity of habitats found within this preserve are the result of its landscape features as well as the land use history of the site.

The diversity of habitats found within this preserve are the result of its landscape features as well as the land use history of the site.

Kame and kettle glacial geology and a history of human use, are responsible for the high species diversity here.

Undisturbed shoreline habitat is rare along Cayuga Lake, yet in demand by migrating birds (and nature lovers).