Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m., now through April 30. Learn more.

Fossil Quest

Location of Westmoreland State Park in Virginia

Where

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

When

April 19, 2025. 9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Join a ranger, enjoy Big Meadow Trail, and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park. Why is that we can find fossils here along the shoreline? Let us adventure down to Fossil Beach and see what the tide has brought in for us to find.

This one-way hike is 0.6 miles down to Fossil Beach where you can put to use what you learn. Meet at the Trail head of Big Meadow Trail.

Photo of a hand holding numerous fossilized shark teeth

About Earth Day

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, Virginia State Parks offers a range of special events and activities highlighting the importance of conservation and sustainability. Visitors are invited to participate in educational programs, guided nature walks, wildlife observation, tree plantings and service projects to help preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the state’s 43 parks.

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