Mineral Wells Fossil Park

6 reviews

+1 (940) 328-7803

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2375 Indian Creek Rd

Mineral Wells, TX 76067

+1 (940) 328-7803

http://www.mineralwellsfossilpark.com

Mineral Wells Fossil Park in Mineral Wells, TX offers fossil enthusiasts, paleontologists, and students a unique opportunity to explore and collect well-preserved Pennsylvanian Period fossils that are over 300 million years old.

Located in the former City of Mineral Wells landfill's borrow pit, the park has become a popular destination for avid fossil hunters and professional paleontologists alike, showcasing a diverse range of ancient sea species, including crinoids, echinoids, brachiopods, and even primitive sharks.

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5.06 reviews

Jon C.

1/16/2021

This is a nice little place to escape to and it's free! When you first get there it kind of looks like a hole in the ground, but once you get closer to the ground, the entire floor is "littered"...

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Chase E.

7/9/2023

This place has a great variety of fossils! Easy access, nobody leaves with nothing. Definitely worth a visit.

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Amy G.

1/4/2019

Neato! We found all kinds of fossils easily with no digging, mostly crinoids and brachiopods, and one coral fossil. We went a day after rain and weren't sure what to expect. It was a little muddy...

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Charity G.

5/21/2021

The Mineral Wells Fossil Park is a free park in a residential area. It is located about 10 minutes away from the Baker Hotel. The park has lots of free parking, a porta potty, a covered seating...

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Rachel P.

6/4/2018

Really cool park. Probably better to visit when it isn't 100 degrees out. The road getting there is kinda rough especially if you are in a little sedan. Bring a big truck! While you're at it you...

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