Paleontology Lab
From May until September, visitors can visit the Paleontology Lab at the Ben Reifel Visitor Center.
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Paleontology Lab Details
The Paleontology Lab at the Ben Reifel Visitor Center is a working lab where visitors can see scientists working on fossils found in the park and other discoveries. The Fossil Prep Lab is open from May to September, 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. daily.
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Ben Reifel Visitor Center
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Cliff Shelf Nature Trail
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