US National Monument: Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument - Colorado (1969)

Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument is located in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, an area of remarkable geological and biological diversity.

The monument was established in 1969 to protect one of the richest and most diverse fossil beds in the world.

Visitors can explore the large petrified trees and fossilized insects, fish, and leaves that are evidence of a much different environment 35 million years ago.

The area is also home to a wide variety of wildflowers, butterflies, birds, mule deer, and elk.

Outdoor activities include hiking, picnicking, and wildlife watching.

The monument also hosts special events throughout the year, including the Fossil Day Festival and the Florissant Fine Arts and Music Festival.

The monument is open year-round, with ranger-led programs offered during the summer months.

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