Last updated: July 30, 2021
Place
Coal Vein Trail Post 14: Grassland
NPS Photo/L. Thomas
Quick Facts
Location:
Coal Vein Trail
Significance:
Trail post 14 on the Coal Vein Guided Nature Trail
Amenities
1 listed
Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits
When the underground coal fire was burning, this area looked more like a wasteland than a grassland. After the fire burned out, prairie plants reclaimed the land slowly over time.
From a distance, prairie may look plain, but it is actually one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. An up-close look reveals many different species of grasses and other plants.
From a distance, prairie may look plain, but it is actually one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. An up-close look reveals many different species of grasses and other plants.