Moravian High Acres, Canadensis, PA
Services
*Plot price includes setting of a local field stone. 30% of plot price goes toward maintenance and conservation funds
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Special FeaturesAlpine Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary
Help us preserve and protect these precious surroundings through natural burial. 
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AvailabilityHistoric High Acres Section Plots
For pricing and rules and regulations, please contact us. We will send you a packet of information specific to the cemetery you indicate.
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History of Moravian High Acres Cemetery
Natural burial at Moravian High Acres Cemetery is a way to preserve Pocono mountain history. High Acres Cemetery is located in Canadensis (named for the scientific name for the hemlock tree, Tsugas canadensis), in Barrett Township in northern Monroe County. The cemetery dates back to 1848, eleven years before the township was formed. It has been and important part of the history of the area since.
According to the Monroe Historical Society, the area was recognized for its "dense forests and clean steams. The early industries of the township reflected the abundance of these natural resources. Bark from Barrett Township trees was used in the tanneries to process leather and pelts. Numerous lumber mills produced not only timber to be floated down the Delaware River to Philadelphia markets, but created items such as clothes pins, roof shingles, shoe pegs, barrels and sprags..." Once the tanneries closed, the area became a destination for wealthy Philadelphians seeking a peaceful rural retreat.
The cemetery has recently changed hands from previous owners and stewards, the Daniels Family, owners of Daniels Top O The Poconos Family resort.
According to the Monroe Historical Society, the area was recognized for its "dense forests and clean steams. The early industries of the township reflected the abundance of these natural resources. Bark from Barrett Township trees was used in the tanneries to process leather and pelts. Numerous lumber mills produced not only timber to be floated down the Delaware River to Philadelphia markets, but created items such as clothes pins, roof shingles, shoe pegs, barrels and sprags..." Once the tanneries closed, the area became a destination for wealthy Philadelphians seeking a peaceful rural retreat.
The cemetery has recently changed hands from previous owners and stewards, the Daniels Family, owners of Daniels Top O The Poconos Family resort.
Learn More About Moravian High Acres Cemetery
Moravian High Acres Cemetery I Corner of Route #447 and Dutch Hill Road I Canadensis, PA I Open daily 7 am – 8 pm
We are a natural cemetery certified by the Green Burial Council
We are a natural cemetery certified by the Green Burial Council
