Laws & Policies

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Superintendent's Compendium
The purpose of the compendium is to provide the public and park employees with a document that lists the special designations, closures, public use limits, permit requirements and other restrictions imposed under the discretionary authority of the Superintendent.

36 Code of Federal Regulations
These are regulations that pertain to all parks and monuments

Unmanned Aircraft
As of June 19, 2014, launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of Fossil Butte National Monument is prohibited. See 36 CFR 1.5(a)(2) of the Superintendent's Compendium for more details.


Firearms
Federal law allows people who can legally possess firearms under applicable federal, state, and local laws, to legally possess firearms in Fossil Butte National Monument.

It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws before entering this park. As a starting point, please visit Wyoming's website.

Federal law also prohibits firearms in certain facilities in this park; those places are marked with signs at all public entrances.

Hunting is prohibited at all times throughout Fossil Butte National Monument.
Read more about firearms in national parks.

 
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    Plan Your Visit

    Summer is a good time to visit. Days are sunny and not too hot, nights are cool. Lodging, camping and restaurants are available nearby.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Learn the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Fossil Butte NM.

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    Directions

    Find out how to get to Fossil Butte National Monument.

Last updated: August 6, 2024

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P.O. Box 592
Kemmerer, WY 83101

Phone:

307 877-4455

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