A few miles south of Thomas and the Green River lies the McCune Sand Prairie conservation area. The result of over-grazing livestock, the grounds with footpath trails are mostly sand with prickly pear cactus and sparse vegetation. Keep your eyes open because the wood sign noting the area is easy to miss if your mind is elsewhere.

CAUTION: Don't put your knees on the ground to get a close up picture of the cacti or you will be picking out tiny needles for a week after! More than a few people have found this out after it was too late!

The rolling hills afford a great place to go cross country skiing. There is plenty of room to park a vehicle so bring a group. Afterwards head on down to Mineral to the Wagon Wheel Bar & Grill to warm up and grab a hot meal.