In order to get the most out of your visit to the fossil beds we recommend allowing at least one hour for touring the new museum at the Thomas Condon Paleontology Center, located at the Sheep Rock Unit of the monument.
Park Rangers are always available to answer questions, give interpretive programs and help visitors learn more about the monument's resources.
The present unlocks the past. Learn more about the park by taking a virtual tour! Flash player required. more...
The colorful Clarno nut beds. Planning a visit to the Clarno Unit? more...
This aerial photo was taken by a park visitor. Planning to visit the Painted Hills? more...
Sheep Rock in the afternoon light The Sheep Rock Unit is a must see when visiting the monument. more...
Did You Know?
Brontotheres, large relatives of the horse and rhinoceros, once lived on the North American continent.