Fossil Hike

Location of Westmoreland State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

April 3, 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 Trailhead of Big Meadow Trail. 

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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