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Fossil Frenzy

Location of York River State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Amphitheater
Main Park Address: York River State Park, 9801 York River Park Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188.

When

Dec. 27, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea. Early whales, porpoises, sharks, clams, scallops, and snails all left traces of their existence which we now find as fossils. Join us in discovering relics of these very old creatures as we hike to a fossil beach.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-566-3036
Email Address: YorkRiver@dcr.virginia.gov