Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, Florissant

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument Reviews

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• By chelslynne

  I didn’t have much time to stop but wanted a chance to see petrified wood and use my national parks pass. It was a great short stop. There is one piece of wood that you are allowed to touch. There...  more »

• By J Warren R

  Well worth the drive from Colorado Springs to see this National Monument dedicated to fossils and to get a glimpse of what central Colorado looked like t300 million years ago. Hard to believe that...  more »

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• By Tina Nelson

  Quite a unique place somewhat off the beaten path. Visitor's center and areas are well maintained and done. They are still trying to stabilize and figure out how to preserve the redwood stumps that remain. The rangers are very knowledgeable and have interesting programs. We happened to be there just after kids went back to school and many families were there with younger kids working on their Junior Ranger badges. Interesting natural history.

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• By Alan Corbin

  Really neat national park. My favorite are the petrified redwoods. Great walking trails through a high mountain meadow. Don't bring the dog though. They are not allowed on the trails except for the designated area.

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