Project Number: 270

Conservation Values: Southern boundary adjoins the Nantahala National Forest. Property is in a prominent mountain location in an area with high population growth. Protects headwaters of Penland Creek. Yellowwood on the property is on the North Carolina Watchlist (S2S3). Vasey's trillium found on the property is a Southern Appalachian endemic. The Rose-breasted grosbeak is considered a State Wildlife Action Plan Priority Species. The NC Natural Heritage Program recognizes the Rich Cove Forest as important.