Beneath a grassy mountain valley in central Colorado lies one of the richest and most diverse fossil deposits in the world. Petrified redwood stumps up to 14 feet wide and thousands of detailed fossils of insects and plants reveal the story of a very different, prehistoric Colorado.
Things to do
Learn about the outdoor and indoor activities available to you on a visit to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument more...
Online Museum
Learn about the fossils and geology of Florissant Fossil Beds through the on-line museum more...
Summers are generally of short duration with pleasant warm days and cool nights. Sub-zero lows are common in the winter; dress in warm layers to keep dry and to prevent hypothermia. The altitude is 8,500 above sea level so pace yourself in any season, drink a lot of water, and use sunscreen.
