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Hawley
Eden Index
Climate
7.0
•
Recreation
6.5
•
Community
2.7
•
Safeguard
5.7/10
Hawley is a borough in Wayne County, Pennsylvania with a humid continental climate characterized by cold winters and warm summers. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The borough is located near Lake Wallenpaupack, which is a man-made lake that provides hydroelectric power and outdoor recreation opportunities. It is also in close proximity to the Delaware River, which is a popular spot for kayaking and canoeing. Hawley is home to several parks, including Bingham Park, which has a playground and picnic areas, and the Wallenpaupack Creek Trail, a scenic 2.6-mile trail for hiking and biking. Additionally, the area is known for its fall foliage, making it a popular destination for leaf-peeping.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.0
Hawley receives approximately
1103mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Hawley has a plant hardyness factor of
5, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Upper Delaware
Area Rivers
Upper Delaware
Snowpack Depths
Upper Delaware
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Delaware
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.5
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Spring Mountain - DEC | None | 1,913 ft | |||
| Ledgedale Rec Area | None | 1,183 ft | |||
| Mohican Walk-In Campsites | 7 | 927 ft | |||
| Ironwood Point Rec Area - PPL | 49 | 1,296 ft | |||
| Wilsonville Rec Area - PPL | None | 1,195 ft | |||
| Worthington State Forest | 70 | 321 ft | |||
| Spruce Run Recreation Area | 65 | 309 ft | |||
| Caffrey Rec Area - PPL | 29 | 1,218 ft | |||
| Promised Land State Park | None | 1,746 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 2.7
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.