Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

  • Ken Lund / flickr

Anchors

About

Florissant Fossil Beds Information

Beneath a grassy mountain valley in central Colorado lies one of the richest and most diverse fossil deposits in the world, including petrified Sequoia trees.

Up to 1700 different species have been described at this monument. A majority of those fossils are fragile, detailed compression, and impression fossils of insects and plants. The largest fossils are massive—petrified Sequoia trees up to 14 feet wide!

Stay Inspired
Connect with the parks you love. Sign up to receive the latest NPF news, information on how you can support our national treasures, and travel ideas for your next trip to the parks. Join our community.
Connect
Making an Impact

NPF's Impact in the Parks

Program

Strong Parks, Strong Communities

Through Strong Parks, Strong Communities, the National Park Foundation (NPF), National Park Service (NPS), and Friends Alliance (the Alliance) enhance local philanthropic organizations, bringing park philanthropy to an elevated level.

Park Experience

Nearby Parks

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve

Nestled in southern Colorado, this park features North America's tallest dunes, which rise over 750 feet high against the rugged Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

Rocky Mountain National Park

Visit the Rockies and experience mountain climbing, hiking, camping, fishing, and breathtaking views of jagged peaks, glaciers, and high-mountain lakes.

Curecanti National Recreation Area

Curecanti contains Blue Mesa Reservoir, Colorado's largest body of water, and contains recently discovered dinosaur fossils to boot.