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Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument View of the Snake River from the Monument
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Learn about Hagerman Fossil Beds

This internationally significant Monument protects the world's richest late Pliocene epoch (3 - 4 mya) fossil deposits:over 220 species of plants and animals! Including the largest concentration of Hagerman Horse (Equus simplicidens) fossils in North America.
Glimpse life before the last Ice Age and view earliest appearance of modern flora and fauna.
 
Hagerman Fossil Beds Visitor Center

Visitor Center

The National Park Service Visitor Center is located on Route 30 in Hagerman,ID across from the high school.

Fossil exhibits, an informational DVD, a discovery corner, and programs are provided by park staff. Regularly scheduled ranger-guided tours are available seasonally. Educational programs for groups are available throughout the school year.
 

Junior Ranger Programs

Do you care about the environment? Enjoy learning new things? Interested in the National Parks? Then become one of the elite members of the National Park Service Junior Ranger team. Join us today! Ask a Ranger how you can become a member.


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What's Happening?

Many interesting experiences await you at the Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument.
Fossil Days, Flower Walks, Paleo Porch Programs are just some of the interpretive programs available.

Check out our schedule and join us for some fun!


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Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument
P.O. Box 570
Hagerman, ID 83332

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Visitor Information
(208) 933-4100

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(208) 837-4857

Climate

           Hagerman valley is generally sunny, dry, and clear throughout the year. The winters are mild with occasional winter storms, but summers are extremely hot and dry.          Summer high temperatures commonly run above 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Comfortable clothing providing sun protection, a broad brimmed hat, and water are recommended in summer.                                          Winter requires warmer clothing and light to medium jackets. Sturdy walking shoes are important year round.
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View of current wetlands

Did You Know?
The Monument’s fossil record includes plants and animals that lived in the Hagerman area about 3.5 million years ago in a wet and mostly forested floodplain.
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Last Updated: February 02, 2012 at 14:54 MST

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