Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument (1 hour 50 min) | Day Trips from Denver, Colorado
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The Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument is a truly unique display of fossils preserved from prehistoric Colorado. The deposits here are some of the richest and most diverse in the world, with fossils of about 1,700 different species of trees, insects, fish, plants, and other animals.

The monument has a visitors’ center with some of the best-preserved small fossils in display cases.

In addition to creatures of the past, the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument’s elevated montane habitat also provides a home for many living animals, such as deer, coyotes, mountain lions, and several types of birds of prey. Guided tours are offered, and the monument has 14 miles of hiking trails as well. Camping on site is not permitted.

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, 15807 Co Rd 1, Florissant, CO 80816, Phone: 719-748-3253

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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