Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument

Hagerman, ID

Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument

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Pet-friendly summary

Service dogs are legally permitted anywhere that visitors can go.

Amenities

  • Auto and ATV
  • Scenic Driving
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Gift Shop and Souvenirs

About Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument

During the Pliocene, this place looked quite different. Lush wetlands, forests, and grasslands provided excellent habitat for a variety of animals. From fascinating, now-extinct creatures like the saber-toothed cat, mastodon, and ground sloth, to more familiar animals like horses, beavers, and birds, the scientific study of Pliocene fossils is the key to Hagerman.