Agate Desert, Protected prairie in White City, Oregon.
Description
Agate Desert is a protected prairie near Eagle Point with a rolling terrain dotted by seasonal water pools. The landscape consists of grassland and flowering plants that appear and change throughout the year.
History
The area was once part of a much larger grassland before being significantly reduced in size during World War II due to military development. This transformation shaped what visitors see today.
Culture
The name reflects the agate stones once found in this area. Today it is managed as an open prairie where visitors can experience a landscape shaped by conservation efforts.
Practical
The best viewing point is along the highway that runs through the area. Wear appropriate footwear since the terrain is hilly and the ground can be muddy during wet seasons.
Did you know?
The area hosts fairy shrimp, tiny crustaceans found only in seasonal pools. These creatures appear only when sufficient water accumulates in the depressions.
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