Our Top Spots For Fossil Viewing Around Colorado!

Dinosaur Journey Museum

Fruita

This paleontology museum showcases the rich prehistoric history of Western Colorado with over 15,000 fossils, alongside skeletons and lifelike recreations of dinosaurs. With interactive, hands-on activities for kids like fossil digging, it’s a captivating destination for people of all ages.

Morrison Natural History Museum

Morrison

Just a short drive from Denver, this museum offers hands-on demonstrations and displays, as well as guided exhibits led by local curators. Be sure to check out the Front Range Ice Age exhibit and the first Stegosaurus fossils ever found!

Picketwire Canyonlands

La Junta

Located within the Comanche National Grasslands, the Picketwire Canyonlands are home to North America’s largest dinosaur tracksite, as well as ancient rock art! Visitors have the option to hike to the tracks (11.2 mile round trip), or experience the landscape on a scenic auto tour.

Triceratops Trail

Golden

This exciting 1.5-mile hike showcases well-preserved Tyrannosaur and Triceratops tracks, plus a variety of ancient plant impressions. Guided walks are also available for those interested in hearing more about this fascinating area!

RE/MAX of Cherry Creek, Inc.
100 Jackson Street
Denver, CO 80206

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