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Hagerman Fossil Beds National MonumentKayaking the Snake River
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Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument
History & Culture
Covered wagon with the sides rolled up.
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Model of a typical covered wagon used during the voyage west.

The Oregon Trail crosses the southern portion of Hagerman Fossil Beds.  The Monument is one of only 3 units in the National Park system that contains parts of the Oregon National Historic Trail. Ruts for the trail can be seen at the Oregon Trail Overlook parking lot.
Did You Know?  

Did You Know?
Many children who come to our park enjoy playing paleontologist and many decide to become one in the future.

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Last Updated: September 15, 2006 at 10:30 EST