Welcome to American Fossil in Kemmerer, WY! We have the only quarry in the world where you can dig for fossils and keep what you find. Book online today!

Embark on an unparalleled journey through time at Fossil Lake Safari, where you can dig your very own fossil fish. Nestled within the stunning landscape near Kemmerer, WY, our quarry offers a unique opportunity to dive into the ancient world and discover remnants of prehistoric life.

We are one of the first and largest purveyors of professionally prepared and unprepared Eocene fossil fish from the Green River formation (Syncline Lake). We offer a vast selection of fine fossil-art, hand-prepared by our expert staff and excavated from our own fossil quarry.

The unusually excellent preservation of the Green River fish fossils is usually attributed to a combination of two factors: 1) a cold period during the Eocene that would have caused dead fish to sink faster due to a less inflated swim bladder; and 2) the great depth of the lakes and the consequent anoxic conditions that would have often ...

The Fossil Lake Safari located near Kemmerer, Wyoming is operated by FossilEra Adventures. This dig in the Green River Formation offers visitors of all ages the unique experience of being able to discover their own fossils.

The Fossil Lake Safari quarry is located about 30 minutes outside of Kemmerer, Wyoming. Customers can pay by the day or hour for the unique experience of digging their own fossils from one of the premier fossil beds in the entire world.

The fossil fish capital of the world. Fossil Basin is located in southwestern Wyoming, and includes the towns of Kemmerer and Diamondville. The name 'Fossil Basin' comes from the area's incredibly rich paleontological sites, which are world-renowned.

High quality Green River Formation fish fossils, palm fronds, plant fossils, murals, and more fossils for sale. Fossils, minerals, and crystals. Welcome to Wyoming Fossils.

Book your ultimate Wyoming fossil hunting experience near Kemmerer, Wyoming. We will be open seven days a week from May 24th through September 30th. Online bookings are refundable up to 24 hours ahead of time. Please contact us to inquire about discounted rates on large groups of fifteen or more visitors. What Does The Price Include?

Green River Formation - Kemmerer, WY Miocene The Green River formations of Wyoming, Colorado and Utah are famous for the quality of preservation. The Fossil Lake section, near Kemmerer, is famous for the abundant fossil fish. The locality is protected by designation of the surrounding lands as part of the Fossil Butte National Monument. Fossil ...