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Fossil Point trailhead
- Where
- Green River, UT (Emery County)
- Indoors or outdoors
- Outdoors
- Good for
- outdoor lovers
- Phone
- +1 435-636-3600
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Hike informal trails from the parking area to see exposed dinosaur bones and fossils from the Jurassic period preserved in sandstone. This trailhead offers a unique look at ancient geology for anyone interested in fossils.
Updated October 22, 2026
Fossil Point offers a rare glimpse into the Jurassic period, with exposed dinosaur bones preserved in the Brushy Basin Member of the Morrison Formation sandstone dating back roughly 145 million years. Visitors can hike informal trails from the parking area to boulders containing visible fossils — ve
About Fossil Point trailhead
Fossil Point trailhead is one of 17 hiking trails in Green River on Go Do, in Emery County. It's an outdoor activity. The nearest other hiking trail is Moonshine Wash Trailhead, about 6.9 miles away, with 60 more within 30 miles. It's a good fit for outdoor lovers.
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Green River, Utah.
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