Chris H.
7/21/2025
Very small but full of information. Staff is friendly and bathrooms were well maintained with information about fossilized poop on the walls.
Fossil Butte National Monument
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Fenn Creek Rd
Kemmerer, WY 83101
Fossil Butte National Monument in Kemmerer, Wyoming, is home to some of the world's best-preserved fossils, showcasing a diverse array of ancient life forms from Eocene Fossil Lake. Visitors can explore fossil exhibits displaying fishes, insects, plants, reptiles, birds, and mammals, offering a glimpse into the rich history of this unique environment.
Summer is an ideal time to visit this desert oasis, where hiking trails, ranger programs, and multimedia resources provide opportunities to delve into the fascinating geology and wildlife of the area. Discover the story of ancient life at Fossil Butte National Monument, where 52-million-year-old fossils offer a window into the past for visitors of all ages.
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Dave C.
6/21/2025
Smallish visitor center but with excellent fossils - quite a variety complete with explanations. There's a 12-minute movie on how they found it. There are periodic ranger talks. We spent a little...
Sam S.
9/1/2024
Fossil Butte is amazing! The museum showcases a stunning collection of fossils found nearby, including fish, reptiles, bats, a crocodile, and a variety of plants. Our visit to this National...
Michael B.
5/17/2024
This is a very remote national monument but also an amazing look at fossilized history. The visitors center is basically a fossil museum. You'll find every kind of fish fossil, crocodiles, manta...
Erika J.
1/27/2024
What an underrated National Park site! This is very small, but so well done! They have hundreds of fossils displayed beautifully. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They add fossils...
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