The Big Obsidian Flow
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Volcanoguy
N 43° 42.373 W 121° 14.144
10T E 642145 N 4840756
Introductory sign for the Big Obsidian Flow Trail
Waymark Code: WM418C
Location: Oregon, United States
Date Posted: 06/22/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member TheBeanTeam
Views: 47

This sign is located at the beginning of the Big Obsidian Flow Trail.

Marker Name: The Big Obsidian Flow
Marker Text: The furnaces of the earth brought spectacular change to this land 1300 years ago. A new, rough, glassy environment offered a harsh home for the heartiest plants and animals. Past cultures prized the shiny black rock for their survival. Today, the Big Obsidian Flow is marvelled at for its beauty and mystery.

Historic Topic: Geological

Group Responsible for placement: Forest Service

Marker Type: Trail

Region: Central Oregon

County: Deschutes

State of Oregon Historical Marker "Beaver Board": Not listed

Web link to additional information: Not listed

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