Grant County
John Day Fossil Beds - Sheep Rock Unit and Thomas Condon Visitor Center
A fossil exhibit at the Thomas Condon Visitor Center in Grant County. (Source: National Park Service/N. Famoso)
John Day Fossil Beds - Sheep Rock Unit and Thomas Condon Visitor Center
Want to see remnants of ancient camels and rhinos and be floored by prehistoric flora and fauna? Then John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in Grant County is for you! The Thomas Condon Visitor Center is a great place for families and friends to journey to the land before time to learn more about the world-renowned paleontology and geology of the region, and see a fantastic fossil record that spans over 40 million years. You can also take a hike through the colorful Sheep Rock Unit to see green layers of volcanic ash. Before leaving, walk the peaceful grounds of the Historic Cant Ranch, the headquarters for this monumental treasure.
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For more information: Visit nps.gov and search "Thomas Condon Center"
