Nebraska Sand Hills Mixed Grasslands
Nebraska Sand Hills Mixed Grasslands, Mixed grasslands and sand dunes in north-central Nebraska, United States.
The Nebraska Sand Hills spans over 51,000 square kilometers of grass-stabilized dunes, representing the largest sand dune formation in North America.
The region transformed from perceived uninhabitable desert to valuable rangeland when cattlemen discovered its potential for livestock grazing in the 1870s.
The land management practices of ranchers have maintained the natural state of these grasslands, preventing agricultural development and preserving native ecosystems.
Visitors can explore the grasslands through Nebraska Highway 97, observing numerous freshwater lakes, native wildlife, and sand dunes reaching heights of 100 meters.
The Nebraska Sand Hills contains 720 plant species and serves as a crucial stopover point along the Central Flyway for migrating birds.
Location: Nebraska
GPS coordinates: 42.13000,-102.19000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:03
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