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Big Obsidian Flow Trail, Newberry National Volcanic Monument, Oregon
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At a mere 1300 years old, the Big Obsidian Flow is the youngest lava flow in Oregon. A one-mile interpretive trail climbs up and onto this impressive lava flow of obsidian (black glass) and pumice. The Newberry Crater Trail also passes through this site, which connects to the Lost Lake Trail.
This is also the location of the Big Obsidian Flow Ampitheater wherer ranger talks are featured throughout the summer. A current schedule of these lectures can be found at the Paulina Visitor Center.
The site also features several picnic tables and a toilet.
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