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Florissant, Colorado

Fossils, petrified redwoods and a remarkable window into prehistoric Colorado.

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

The monument protects exceptionally rich fossil deposits, including massive petrified redwood stumps and detailed fossils of ancient insects and plants. Visitors can explore the visitor center, fossil exhibits and trails through the mountain valley while learning how a very different prehistoric ecosystem was preserved here.

Location: Florissant, Colorado

Official National Park Service resource
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Explore the Pikes Peak Backcountry

Florissant is a strong starting point for additional verified fossil, wildlife, ranch-history and outdoor destinations that MKT Colorado will add as this region expands.