Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument was created in 1969 to protect one of the world's richest fossil deposits. Read more about Florissant Fossil Beds by exploring the links below.
![]() Park BrochuresThis list includes all accessible digital versions of Florissant's brochures.It includes a series of Geologic Site Bulletins in partnership with Geoscientists-In-Parks (now known as Scientists-in-Parks), the Geological Society of America, and Enviromental Stewards. Learn more about the geology, fossils, climate change, and history of Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. ![]() NPS Photo PaleontologyLearn about Florissant's stunning fossils, diverse geologic history, and amazing scientific discoveries and projects. ![]() Kids & YouthExplore, Learn, and Protect Your Park! Interested youth complete a series of activities during their park visit, check in with a park ranger, and receive an official Junior Ranger badge. Kids at home can explore a variety of other activities here on our website. ![]() History & CultureThe Florissant valley contains the stories of prehistoric hunting and gathering Paleo-Indians, the Ute and Jicarilla Apache peoples, the travels of a pioneer nation, and of early scientists making their way through discovery into a different time. ![]() NPS Photo by Clara Peterson Nature & ScienceHike the Monument's trails to explore its meadows and forests and discover its diverse plants, mammals, birds, and natural features.![]() Field Trips for Educational GroupsLearn more about ranger-led and self-guided educational field trips, which are available throughout the year.
![]() InternshipsInterested in becoming Florissant's next summer paleontology intern? Learn about the Geoscientists-In-The-Parks internship program here! |
Last updated: October 6, 2024