Montrose Nature Reserve
County
Colchester
Size
25 Ha
Classification
Nature Reserve
Status
New
Conditions Apply?
No
Overview
Small stand of old growth red spruce and eastern hemlock along a tributary to Portapique River
Ecological Values
Old growth red spruce and eastern hemlock
Habitat for provincially endangered mainland moose
Deer wintering area
Outdoor Recreation Values
Easy walking to old growth viewing and education
Forestry Values
Primarily mature softwood with some plantation
Steep slopes limit forestry potential on a small portion of this area
Other Resource Values
Low mineral potential
Medium petroleum potential
Low wind potential