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Fossil Hike

Location of Westmoreland State Park in Virginia

Where

Westmoreland State Park, 145 Cliff Road, Montross, VA 22520.
Big Meadow Trailhead

When

Nov. 12, 2022. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

From the tiniest of shark teeth to a whopping whale skeleton, the fossils of Horsehead Cliffs show that life was once very different at Westmoreland.

This guided hike will take you 0.6 miles to Fossil Beach. Bring water, a hat, sunscreen, and hiking shoes.

Meet at Big Meadow Trailhead. 

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-493-8821
Email Address: westmoreland@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

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