Trip Idea

Out to the HAFO grounds

  • Stand at the Hagerman fossil beds
    • Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
    • Pets: Yes with Restrictions
    • Location: Hagerman Fossil Beds Grounds
    • Duration: 30–60 Minutes
    • Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time of Day: Day
    gravel trail leading up small but steep hill to the Snake River overlook parking

    Visiting the actual Monument grounds is possible, but visitors should know what to expect. There are two overlooks and one trail between the overlooks. There is no quarry or 'dig site' to see and no fossils are on display in the field.

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Become a Junior Ranger

  • Earn a Hagerman Fossil Junior Ranger award
    • Activity Fee: No (Entrance fees may apply)
    • Reservations: No
    • Activity: Junior Ranger Program
    • Pets: No
    • Location: Visitor Center
    • Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
    • Time of Day: Day
    child dissecting owl pellet

    Junior Rangers at Hagerman Fossil Beds have options. There's the general work booklet, and there's a hands-on option in the summer (or when staffing and conditions permit).

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Last updated: August 14, 2020