Moquah Barrens Research Natural Area
Moquah Barrens Research Natural Area | |
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Map of Wisconsin | |
Location | Bayfield County, Wisconsin |
Coordinates | 46°37′35″N 91°15′00″W / 46.62639°N 91.25000°WCoordinates: 46°37′35″N 91°15′00″W / 46.62639°N 91.25000°W |
Area | 636 acres (257 ha) |
Designated | 1980 |
Moquah Barrens Research Natural Area is a 636-acre (257 ha) area of pine barrens in Bayfield County, Wisconsin.[1] It is located within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.[2] The area was designated a Wisconsin State Natural Area in 1970 and a National Natural Landmark in 1980.
The source of the Flag River is located within the northwest corner of the natural area.
References[]
- ^ "Moquah Barrens Research Natural Area". National Park Service. Retrieved 2012-01-19.
- ^ "Moquah Barrens (No. 83)". Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved 2012-01-19.
Categories:
- Protected areas of Bayfield County, Wisconsin
- National Natural Landmarks in Wisconsin
- State Natural Areas of Wisconsin
- Protected areas established in 1970
- 1970 establishments in Wisconsin
- Northern Wisconsin geography stubs