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Florissant Fossil Beds Visitor Center

The Visitor Center is where you should start your visit to Florissant Fossil Beds. Please meet our Rangers in the Visitor Center to show your pass, if you have one, and/or purchase passes. We also have trail maps and information to plan your visit and Jr. Ranger activity books available. Inside the Visitor Center, you will find a museum with fossil exhibits, a theater to see the park film, and a bookstore. The Visitor Center has restrooms and a water fountain and bottle filling station.

  • Managed by: National Park Service
  • Coordinates: 38.913493, -105.285455

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Pike and San Isabel National Forest Christmas Tree Permit
  • BASSAM GUARD STATION
  • BUFFALO SPRINGS
  • Kenosha Pass Railroad Station Documentary Site: 2
  • Kenosha Pass Railroad Station Documentary Site: 1
  • South Park Ranger District

Frequently asked questions

Is Florissant Fossil Beds Visitor Center reservable?

Florissant Fossil Beds Visitor Center is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Florissant Fossil Beds Visitor Center?

See the map for Florissant Fossil Beds Visitor Center's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Florissant Fossil Beds Visitor Center?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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