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Fossil Discovery Trail – Dinosaur National Monument

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Fossil Discovery Trail – Dinosaur National Monument

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Fossil Discovery Trail – Dinosaur National Monument

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3.77km

60m

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The Fossil Discovery Trail takes you deep into the geological history of Dinosaur National Monument. Along the 3.5-kilometre (2 mi) trail, which you can also easily halve with the free shuttle, you'll discover ancient dinosaur bones, fossilised shells and the heart of the monument: the Quarry Exhibit.

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Last updated: May 20, 2025

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83 m

Quarry Visitor Center

Highlight • Rest Area

The Quarry Visitor Center is located at the Utah side of Dinosaur National Monument. It offers some great information, exhibits and a little souvenir shop. You can get maps and …

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1.27 km

Morrison Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Morrison Formation is part of the Fossil Discovery Trail and probably the most special one: walk up the rocky stairs and examine the cliff wall next to you. Look …

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1.54 km

Stump Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Stump Formation along the Fossil Discovery Trail is known for its petrified clams. This formation is about 161 to 156 million years old! At this time, the area was …

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1.79 km

Fossil Discovery Trailhead (Quarry)

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The Fossil Discovery Trail starts at the Quarry Exhibit and ends down at the Quarry Visitor Center. Over 1.2 miles (one way) it takes you to different formations that are …

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2.04 km

Quarry Exhibit Hall

Highlight • Monument

The Quarry Exhibit is without a question THE place to visit when you are in Dinosaur National Monument. Not only will you find a lot of interesting information, you will …

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3.77 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.05 km

544 m

164 m

Surfaces

3.11 km

479 m

164 m

< 100 m

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Saturday 11 July

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January 3, 2024

The Fossil Discovery Trail takes you deep into the geological history of Dinosaur National Monument. Along the 3.5-kilometre (2 mi) trail, which you can also easily halve with the free shuttle, you'll discover ancient dinosaur bones, fossilised shells and the heart of the monument: the Quarry Exhibit

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