Hamma Hamma Balds Natural Area Preserve, Nature reserve in Mason County, United States
Hamma Hamma Balds Natural Area Preserve is a protected nature reserve covering about 957 acres in the eastern Olympic Mountains of Washington. The landscape consists of open mountain meadows and rocky areas at higher elevations where trees do not grow densely.
The state established this preserve in 2008 through land agreements with various conservation trusts to protect the mountain landscape. These arrangements ensured the long-term protection of the natural area for future generations.
The natural area serves as a research location for universities and institutions studying the geological formations and plant communities of the Pacific Northwest.
To visit this area, you need to contact the Department of Natural Resources in advance to request access and get visiting information. They will provide details about entry points, seasonal conditions, and what to expect during your visit.
The area is home to rare plant species like Roemer's fescue, which thrives in the special conditions found here. These open meadows provide habitat for plants that are uncommon elsewhere in the region.
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