Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

Just 18 miles beyond the modern city of Las Vegas lies a remarkable landscape that preserves the stories of spring-fed oases, plentiful water, now-extinct wildlife, and the people and ancestors who thrived there for thousands of years. The diversity of life shaped the Las Vegas Valley and provided vital support to the Southern Paiute and other Indigenous peoples that inhabited this land long before the arrival of the Europeans.

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument
Las Vegas, NV 89124
United States

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Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument is a window into the Ice Age, preserving fossils of mammoths, saber-toothed cats, and other ancient creatures that once roamed the Las Vegas Valley. Located just outside Las Vegas, this unique site offers visitors the chance to explore a prehistoric landscape filled with rich paleontological history. The dry washes and desert terrain reveal evidence of an ancient ecosystem, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in geology, archaeology, and Ice Age wildlife. Tule Springs provides a rare glimpse into a time when giant mammals ruled the land.

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

Step into the ice age—right outside Las Vegas. Explore desert trails, ancient spring landscapes, and fossil-rich beds that reveal mammoths, dire wolves, and more at Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument. Plan your next unforgettable adventure.

Western National Parks Association Announces New National Park Service Partnership with Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

12 hours of Ice Age wonders

Explore the landscapes where Ice Age creatures once roamed at Ice Age Fossil State Park and Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument.

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Look for fossil evidence

While collecting is not allowed, observant visitors may spot ancient bones or plant impressions in the exposed sediment layers.

Explore the desert landscape

Walk through washes and ridges to experience the rugged beauty of the fossil beds.

Visit in cooler months

The desert heat can be intense, so plan your trip during fall, winter, or early spring for a more comfortable experience.

Pair your visit with a nearby museum

Learn more about Ice Age fossils at the nearby Nevada State Museum in Las Vegas for deeper context on the area’s prehistoric past.

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Girl Scouts Love State Parks at Ice Age Fossils State Park

Sep 12 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

The Girls Scouts are celebrating State Parks, and you’re invited! Join us for a Girl Scouts Love State Parks event in partnership with the Protectors of Tule Springs and Girls Scouts of the USA. The event will include activities with many local...

Parks For Pollinators Bioblitz

Sep 12 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Join the city of Las Vegas for the Fourth Annual Parks for Pollinators: BioBlitz, to be held Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Free park entry for this event! We are having a...

Southern Nevada Pedal Fest

Sep 19 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Join the community to explore the mountain bike and gravel trails in the park on your bicycle. Enjoy group rides, demonstration bikes, pump track, a vendor expo, beer garden and food trucks. Participate in the Gravel Criterium Race! The event takes...

National Public Lands Day at Desert National Wildlife Refuge

Sep 27 8:00 am – 10:00 am

Join Desert National Wildlife Refuge staff and volunteers for a morning of habitat restoration on the largest wildlife refuge in the lower 48 states. Invasive species management and trail enhancements/improvements will be the primary focus of the day...