Vivek R.
3/12/2024
A place to stop if you're driving to Big Bend through Marathon. It was empty, unmanned, limited displays, but has a charm! It has a restroom as well
Fossil Discovery Exhibit
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Big Bend National Park, TX 79834
The Fossil Discovery Exhibit in Big Bend National Park, TX offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the rich geological history of the area. With over 1200 fossil species discovered in the park, including mosasaurs, predatory fish, and sea shell fossils, the exhibit showcases the fascinating story of Big Bend's ancient life. From a time when a shallow sea covered the region to the era of dinosaurs and giant alligators, visitors can witness the changes in Big Bend's plants and animals over 130 million years of geologic time.
Located 8 miles north of Panther Junction, the self-guided interpretive experience provides a glimpse into the past where actual fossils were found. The exhibit features full-color artwork and specimens from Big Bend's remarkable fossil record. With a shaded picnic area and fossil-themed climbing structures for children, the Fossil Discovery Exhibit is a significant addition to Big Bend National Park's visitor services system, offering a captivating journey through the ancient history of the region.
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4.53 reviews
Shannon B.
6/6/2018
The Fossil Discovery Exhibit on Hwy 385 between Panther Junction and Persimmon Gap in Big Bend National Park (BBNP) is a great quick stop if you happen to be in the area, which you will be if you...
Don K.
2/15/2022
Nice introduction to the geological history of the area. Good informative displays. Loved the displayed skeletons which showed how large some of the dinosaurs were.
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