Dig for fossils at a private quarry and keep your finds with tools and guidance included
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8 hours
Quarry access, tools, guidance
Dig for fossils at a private quarry near Kemmerer, Wyoming. Split fossil-rich rock, get guidance, and keep the fossils you discover.
Open daily 8:00am–4:00pm from June 1 to Sept 30. The quarry sits at 7,300 ft and weather can change quickly; come prepared. Very high-value finds (over $100k) may require royalties to keep.
We allow free cancellations up to 48 hours in advance. Within 48 hours we charge 25% of the booking fee. No-shows are not eligible for a refund.
Farm Field Rd, Kemmerer, WY 83101, United States
Visitors consistently rave about the genuinely friendly and knowledgeable staff who make the fossil-digging experience accessible for everyone. The crew provides clear instructions, helpful tools (including knee pads), and patient guidance when guests have questions. Multiple reviewers mention it takes about an hour to get the hang of the technique, but once you figure it out, you're practically guaranteed to leave with real fossils you've uncovered yourself. Families especially appreciate how exciting it is for kids to discover ancient treasures they can actually keep. Plan for a dusty, hands-on adventure and wear long pants since you'll be getting dirty while splitting rocks and digging through gravel. The portable restrooms aren't the cleanest, so use facilities beforehand if possible. Arriving early is recommended for the best selection of uncovered pieces and to beat the crowds. The access road is a bit rough, but most visitors agree it's totally worth the trip for such a rare opportunity to dig your own fossils at one of the few places in the world where you can keep what you find.
My friends and I had a blast! So interesting and so cool to dig out your own fossils…everybody was so helpful And knowledgeable at the quarry! Highly recommend if you don’t mind getting dirty! Even bought stuff to glue and seal are finds! One of the only places in the world, you can dig your own fossils and keep them!
wendy Wells
October 12, 2025
My friends and I had a blast! So interesting and so cool to dig out your own fossils…everybody was so helpful And knowledgeable at the quarry! Highly recommend if you don’t mind getting dirty! Even bought stuff to glue and seal are finds! One of the only places in the world, you can dig your own fossils and keep them!
wendy Wells
October 12, 2025