Ashfall Fossil Beds
Fee required
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
When an ancient supervolcano erupted, some of Nebraska's prehistoric animals were forever preserved in ash.

šŸ“œ National Natural Landmark preserving prehistoric animal fossils.
šŸ” Features well-preserved remains from a 12-million-year-old volcanic ashfall.

Why Go

šŸ¦• See well-preserved fossils of rhinos, camels, and birds
šŸ”¬ Learn from scientists at an active research and dig site
šŸš¶ Hike trails to see local wildlife
šŸ›ļø Gift shop available

Why Avoid

šŸš« Collecting fossils or other specimens is strictly prohibited
āš ļø Requires Nebraska Park Entry Permit and nominal entry fee

Tips

šŸ‘Ÿ Bring good hiking shoes, water, and sunscreen
šŸ½ļø Picnic lunch or pie at Green Gables, 5 miles north

Cost

šŸ’° Adults/Children 3+ $8.00, under 3 FREE. Valid Nebraska Park Entry Permit also required.

Hours

šŸ•’ Seasonal operation: May 1 - Oct 12. Hours vary by month and day (closed Mon/Tue in some periods).

šŸ“ Location

2 miles west and 6 miles north of Royal, Nebraska.

ā™æ Accessibility

Facilities are wheelchair accessible.

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