About
Length2.5 mi
ShapeLoop
DifficultyModerate
Elevation gain600 ft up
Typical time1 hr 45 min
TrailheadHistoric Quarry Parking Lot
ParkingFrom Kemmerer, take US-30 W approximately 9 miles, then make a right onto County Road 300. The Historic Quarry Trail is approximately 1/2 mile along on the right. From visitor center, head south on Chicken Creek Rd, turn left on County Road 300, then make the next left into the parking lot for the Historic Quarry Trail.
Best seasonThe trail is accessible during the winter for snow shoeing, but the trail may be hard to follow when covered in snow. During the spring the trail may be very muddy from snow melt. There is no shade...
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityThis dirt trail is a 2.5 mile loop where you gain 600 feet in elevation. The trailhead is located at approximately 6675 feet (2035 m) elevation. The trail is generally only wide enough for a single file line. At the top of the loop there is a section with several flights of stairs that allow you to climb up to the historic quarry.
What you'll see ⛰️ Summit🏞️ Lake🌊 River or creek🏛️ Historic site

The Historic Quarry Trail offers a great way to experience the geology of Fossil Butte. You will pass through parts of the Wasatch and Green River Formations. A short, side loop leads to a historic fossil quarry. Wayside exhibits provide information about the geology and paleontology of the park.Be aware that fossils are not visible along the trail. Fossils are on display in the visitor center. This 2.5 mile loop trail begins at an elevation of 6675 feet (2035 m) elevation and gains almost 700 ft (213 m). This trail is considered moderate to strenuous depending on how acclimated one is to the elevation. Restrooms, water, and a small picnic area are available at the start of the trail. This trail is not accessible to wheelchairs or strollers. Please be cautious hiking at Fossil Butte National Monument. The trailhead is located at an elevation of6675 feet (2035 m) in a desert; you will get sunburned and dehydrated more easily than at lower elevations. The air is also much thinner than at lower elevations and can put more strain on you.There is no shade on the trail and conditions can get very hot during the summer. As dry as the landscape may look, hidden streams and ponds attract plenty of mosquitoes during the summer months. Be sure to pack sunscreen, a hat, bug spray, and plenty of water. Avoid hiking in thunderstorms. Collecting fossils or other natural or cultural items is prohibited by federal law 36 CFR 2.1.

Tips
The trail is open from sunrise to sunset. Dogs must be on a 6-foot or less leash and under control at all times. Please pick up after your dog.
Location

Historic Quarry Parking Lot

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