Learn About the Park

A brown winged seed fossil from the Green River Formation on speckled tan stone.
Fossils & Geology

Learn about the fossils and geology of the Green River Formation.

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Nature

Explore the plants and animals that live in the park.

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Science & Research

Explore research happening in and around Fossil Butte.

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Education

Find out how to request a distance learning program, fieldtrip, or ranger visit to classroom.

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Kids & Youth

Find activities for kids to do during a visit to Fossil Butte.

Fossil damselfly from Fossil Butte with white line a third of the way down dark brown wings.
Photos & Multimedia

Explore our photo galleries and videos highlighting fossils from the Green River Formation.

Wasatch ridgeline with red and brown is illuminated by evening light. Wisps of clouds cover the top.
News

Learn about events, projects, and current affairs in our latest news releases.

Road sign that says Fossil Butte National Monument with a fossil fish. Everything is covered in snow
Management

Browse planning documents, laws, and policies that guide Fossil Butte National Monument's day to day operations.

A bookstore with various merchandise, a penny press, and a fossil with lots of fish hanging above.
Bookstore

A percentage of all purchases made in the bookstore helps fund projects and operations at Fossil Butte National Monument

 

Last updated: February 5, 2024

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 592
Kemmerer, WY 83101

Phone:

307 877-4455

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