Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve, Olympia

Mima Mounds Natural Area Preserve is a state-protected Natural Area in southwest Washington state, USA.  The preserve includes some of the Washington mima mounds.  The site comprises 637acre of Garry oak woodland, oak savanna, and prairie grasslands.  Several state and federal endangered species of butterfly depending on the unique prairie conditions can be found in the preserve, including Mardon Skipper, Zerene Fritillary, Puget Blue and Taylor's Checkerspot. In 1966, the mima mounds were designated a National Natural Landmark. 

Conveniently located in Littlerock just south of Olympia, this is among the most fascinating and most difficult to explain of geological formations.  It has been said to be the result of giant prehisto...
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By mtsmileyOn January 5, 2018

Great place for families with small children.  Easy paved hike with interesting facts about native plants throughout .  Also has a longer trail option.  Generally a quiet place where children can safely ...
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By Thomas IOn December 4, 2017

This is a unique geological phenomena.  Check it over and see if you can decide how they formed.  Myself I lean towards either the glacial or earthquake explanation.  I may be wrong, but I have considere...
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I think its fascinating.  The wildflowers bloom in May And are beautiful.  It's worth seeing

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By Harish SridharanOn August 13, 2017

This place is so enjoyable.  Everyone can walk this trail.  It's really quiet and peaceful during the end of summer.  You might need to be careful where you step, some plants and other organisms will take a long time to recover. READ THE SIGNS!  I recommend everyone to go here. 

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By Jake WidnerOn January 9, 2018

Amazing and mysterious place.  Good signage explaining the site's significance. 

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By The Do-Everything GuyOn September 29, 2017

Very enjoyable!  I never knew of this until a field trip!  I also love the evergreen sports club gun range, though it can loud at the mounds... But other wise very enjoyable for a walk or jog! 

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By Katelyn BeghtelOn August 19, 2017

I loved the historical facts and writing they had.  They also had a little observation look out.  Wish it was taller but it still was awesome.  A nice little walk around in the mounds. 

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