Good to know
- Tickets
- The monument charges an entry fee, covered by the America the Beautiful pass. Check nps.gov for current rates.
- Time needed
- 2 to 3 hours for the visitor center, a short loop and the homestead.
- Best time
- June to September for trails and wildflowers. Winters are cold at over 8,000 feet.
- Getting there
- Florissant is right next to the monument. Colorado Springs Airport is about 1 hour away by car.
Where to stay nearby
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Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument questions
Can you dig for fossils at Florissant Fossil Beds?
No, collecting is not allowed in the monument. A private fossil quarry in the town of Florissant lets visitors dig for a fee.
How big are the petrified stumps?
The largest are up to about 14 feet wide. The Big Stump and the Redwood Trio are the best known.
Is Florissant close to Pikes Peak?
Yes, it is about 35 miles west of Colorado Springs, so it pairs well with a Pikes Peak or Cripple Creek day.
