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Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument

Hagerman Fossil Beds, NM, contains the largest concentration of Hagerman Horse fossils in North America. The Monument is internationally significant because it protects the world’‘s richest known fossil deposits from a time period called the late Pliocene epoch, 3.5 million years ago. These plants and animals represent the last glimpse of time that existed before the Ice Age, and the earliest appearances of modern flora and fauna.



 The Basics


Hours:

Winter:
Thursday - Monday (from September 4th till Memorial Weekend).
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Closed Tuesday and Wednesday

The Visitor Center is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day.


Summer:
Everyday (from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend);
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The road leading to the Monument is a public road and is open 24 hours a day. Access to the Monument closes at dusk.

Address: PO Box 570 - 221 North State Street
Hagerman, ID 83332
Phone: 208-837-4793


 Map

Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument, Idaho Map


 Directions

Hagerman Fossil Beds NM Visitor Center is located along Highway 30 in the town of Hagerman across from the High School.

From 1-84 North
Take the first Bliss exit (#137) and travel approximately 2 miles to the turn off for Highway 30 on the right. Travel 8 miles south on Highway 30 to the town of Hagerman. The Visitor Center is on your left.

From I- 84 South
Take the second exit # 155, (Wendell/Hagerman). Travel about 10 miles to the intersection of Highway 30. Make a right onto Highway 30 and travel north approximately 2 miles. The Visitor Center is on your right. Parking is available in front of the Visitor Center, behind the Visitor Center, off Reed Street, or at the Town Park, one block north of the Visitor Center.

Hagerman is located approximately one and one half hours from Boise, Idaho and forty minutes from Twin Falls, Idaho.


 Climate
 

Hagerman valley is generally sunny, dry, and clear throughout the year. The winters are mild with occasional winter storms, but summers are extremely hot and dry. Summer high temperatures commonly run above 90° Fahrenheit. Comfortable clothing providing sun protection, a broad brimmed hat, and water are recommended in summer. Winter requires warmer clothing and light to medium jackets. Sturdy walking shoes are important year round.

 Fees
 

No Fees.


 Things To Do
 

While visiting Hagerman Fossil Beds be sure to spend some time exploring the Visitor Center, located in town on Rt. 30 across from the high school. You can watch our informational DVD, dig for fossils, examine fossil casts, and marvel at our fossil displays.

Seasonal Ranger programs allow visitors to get up close to the fossils and learn about the amazing history behind the Hagerman Fossil Beds.

You are never too young to be captivated by fossils. The ranger led programs allow people of all ages to explore the wonderful world of fossils. Who knows what the benefits will be?


 Nearby Attractions
 

Area Attractions

  • Minidoka Internment National Monument
  • Craters of the Moon National Monument
  • City of Rocks National Reserve
  • Malad Gorge State Park
  • Bruneau Dunes State Park
  • Three Island State Park


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