Fossil Hike

Location of Westmoreland State Park in Virginia

Where

Westmoreland State Park, 145 Cliff Road, Montross, VA 22520.
Big Meadow Trailhead

When

March 9, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here. This one–way hike is 0.6 miles down to Fossil Beach where you can put to use what you learn. Meet at the Discovery Center. 

Photo of a hand holding numerous fossilized shark teeth

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-493-8821
Email Address: westmoreland@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Arts/Crafts/Photography Workshops | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

Fossil Quest - Nov. 24, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Fossil Quest - Dec. 7, 2024. 9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Fossil Quest - Dec. 28, 2024. 9:15 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

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