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John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
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Great fun for all!

Wonderful exhibits-we appreciate the great work

Very well done visitor center! Unlike anything I have ever seen!

A truly enlightening experience! Thank you!

Great place! Kids love it...

--Recent visitor comments

 
Whether you; hike a trail, explore the fossil museum, picnic on the Cant Ranch lawn, visit with a park ranger, take a scenic drive, or do all of the above, you are bound to find out why a visit to the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument can be such and enriching experience.
 
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A visit to the fossil beds offers a variety of experiences.
 
Image of kids looking at and holding fossil skulls.
Hands-on is a great way to learn.
 
 
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Trails at Sheep Rock
Explore the beautiful hiking trails at the Sheep Rock Unit.
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Trails at the Painted Hills
The trails at the Painted Hills allow visitors to immerse themselves in the dramatic scenery.
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Trails at Clarno
Explore an ancient jungle preserved in the Clarno palisades.
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Visit the Cant Ranch house museum.
Learn about the human history in the region.
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Image of an artistic rendition of a brontothere,  

Did You Know?
Brontotheres, large relatives of the horse and rhinoceros, once lived on the North American continent.

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Last Updated: August 27, 2006 at 14:57 EST