A natural claypan known as the Dingo Claypan provided a ready-made airstrip. The claypan and surrounding outcrops are also a significant archaeological site. They are typically found in temporary claypan and flooded grassland habitats. All other areas, including the claypan, are restricted access requiring a guide. Favoured soils are deep grey sandy loams or shallower sand overlying claypan. Penney flew in to the Dingo Claypan in a Royal Air Force (RAF) Percival Prince. In addition to the dominant tallgrass prairie, Konza contains forest, claypan, shrub and riparian communities. The claypan is a slightly concave surface approximately 100m across.