Waco Mammoth Site

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The Waco Mammoth National Monument is a paleontological site and museum in Waco, Texas, United States where fossils of 24 …

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Apr 12, 2025
This National Park site is manned by both National and local staff. The excavation is on going and covered by a building. Entrance to excavation is by tour group only. We went on a busy, spring break…Full review by Arthur G
Apr 5, 2025
A nice stop on our road trip. We learned a lot about the dig site and enjoyed seeing a bit of history. I recommend stopping by here if you are in the area or passing through.Full review by Des M
Feb 23, 2025
Very interesting and convenient park close to Waco. Admission includes tour to indoor dig site with exceptional fossils and is very good. Nice gift shop with very good mineral collection for sale at …Full review by C5977TQjoshs
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How long should I plan to spend there, total?
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1 hour or less. It’s not a huge place but it is very cool.
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Are there any trails or park area or is it just the visitor center? Thanks.
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There is a short trail (maybe a half mile round trip?) to see the fossils preserved in the building. You purchase tickets and go with a tour guide to see the fossils. If you are looking for …
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There is a short trail (maybe a half mile round trip?) to see the fossils preserved in the building. You purchase tickets and go with a tour guide to see the fossils. If you are looking for trails in Waco check out Cameron Park which is pretty close.
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How much does it cost to enter the park
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From the website: Guided Tour Fees Adults: $5 Seniors (over 60): $4 Military (with ID): $4 Educators (with ID): $4 Students (7th grade through college): $4 Children (preK through 6th …
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From the website: Guided Tour Fees Adults: $5 Seniors (over 60): $4 Military (with ID): $4 Educators (with ID): $4 Students (7th grade through college): $4 Children (preK through 6th Grade): $3 Infants (ages 3 and under): Free National Park passes do not apply to guided tour fees. Please support our preservation mission, access to the Dig Shelter is by guided tour only.
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Can we take a small dog in a rolling carrier?
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I think so. There are concrete sidewalks throughout.
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How long should we allow for this museum?
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Two hours at the longest.
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What will we see at the Monument?
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In our Dig Shelter, you will see the in situ fossil remains of six Columbian mammoths and a few other Ice Age animals.
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