American Fossil – Dig Your Own Real Fossils in Wyoming’s Green River Formation
Welcome to American Fossil – the ultimate fossil-hunting adventure in the heart of Wyoming’s world-famous Green River Formation! Whether you're a first-time explorer, a passionate collector, or a curious family looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, American Fossil lets you dig, discover, and keep real fossils that are over 50 million years old.
Why Choose American Fossil?
✅ Keep Every Fossil You Find – including ancient fish, plants, and rare species
✅ Family-Friendly Digs – no experience needed, fun for all ages
✅ Guided by Experts – on-site fossil guides and ID assistance
✅ Educational and Hands-On – perfect for families, educators, schools, homeschoolers, and science lovers
✅ Uncover Prehistoric Treasures – from a private quarry in Southwest Wyoming
We offer authentic fossil digs in a stunning outdoor setting, where you'll split open real stone slabs and uncover your own ancient treasures – just like a paleontologist!
We are located near Kemmerer Wyoming, just 65 minutes from Bear Lake, and Evanston and 2.5 hours from Salt Lake City and Park City and 4 hours from Yellowstone .
Please note that visitors bringing pets to the quarry are only allowed to have their pets in the parking area and they must be kept on a leash at all times.
Why Choose American Fossil?
✅ Keep Every Fossil You Find – including ancient fish, plants, and rare species
✅ Family-Friendly Digs – no experience needed, fun for all ages
✅ Guided by Experts – on-site fossil guides and ID assistance
✅ Educational and Hands-On – perfect for families, educators, schools, homeschoolers, and science lovers
✅ Uncover Prehistoric Treasures – from a private quarry in Southwest Wyoming
We offer authentic fossil digs in a stunning outdoor setting, where you'll split open real stone slabs and uncover your own ancient treasures – just like a paleontologist!
We are located near Kemmerer Wyoming, just 65 minutes from Bear Lake, and Evanston and 2.5 hours from Salt Lake City and Park City and 4 hours from Yellowstone .
Please note that visitors bringing pets to the quarry are only allowed to have their pets in the parking area and they must be kept on a leash at all times.
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Book Now for 2025 Season
Walk-Ins Welcome!
Need to find a gift for that hard to buy for person on your list?
Buy them a Fossil Dig Gift Certificate and give them the opportunity of a lifetime!
They will be able to use the Gift Certificate to schedule their own dig at a time that works for them. No more re-gifting or pretending to be excited about that holiday gift. Get them something they will treasure for the rest of their lives.
We provide restroom facilities, fossil cutting stations, Hand washing Stations, bottled water for purchase, and much more. We offer special rates for Scout groups, school groups, and rock clubs. We want this to be a complete experience for you and your guests.
American Fossil LLC (FishDig.com) is an affiliate of Fossil Shack LLC & Paleoland Holdings LLC,. Only with us can you dig and keep real fossils. We have been operating for several decades as fossil preparators and fossil retailers.
2025 PRICING*
Adults (Ages 15 +)
8 Hour - $169
4 Hour Dig - $109
2 Hour Dig - $89
Children (Ages 6-14)
8 Hour - $89
4 Hour Dig - $74
2 Hour Dig - $59
Children under 6 Free with Paying Adult
Private Dig Option for up to 10 people $750
Call or email for info
[email protected]
801-836-7269
*Prices Subject to Change
We do our very best to utilize the stone in our quarry and find every fossil. The rock is a non-renewable resource and we do our best not to waste it. We expect our guests to have a great time and split the rock as thin as possible to find all of the fossils hidden within, and maximize their experience. We also ask that you do not smash rock, or beat on it with your hammer. Please be kind to our staff and be conscious of the incredible resource we are making available to the public.
Please also note that we are not able to control the size of the rock as it comes out of the mountain and the rock that is there is the rock we are able to make available to our guests. All of our rock is fossil rich, regardless of size, shape or location. We want you to enjoy your visit and find plenty of fossils.
Please note that visitors bringing pets to the quarry are only allowed to have their pets in the parking area and they must be kept on a leash at all times.
Adults (Ages 15 +)
8 Hour - $169
4 Hour Dig - $109
2 Hour Dig - $89
Children (Ages 6-14)
8 Hour - $89
4 Hour Dig - $74
2 Hour Dig - $59
Children under 6 Free with Paying Adult
Private Dig Option for up to 10 people $750
Call or email for info
[email protected]
801-836-7269
*Prices Subject to Change
We do our very best to utilize the stone in our quarry and find every fossil. The rock is a non-renewable resource and we do our best not to waste it. We expect our guests to have a great time and split the rock as thin as possible to find all of the fossils hidden within, and maximize their experience. We also ask that you do not smash rock, or beat on it with your hammer. Please be kind to our staff and be conscious of the incredible resource we are making available to the public.
Please also note that we are not able to control the size of the rock as it comes out of the mountain and the rock that is there is the rock we are able to make available to our guests. All of our rock is fossil rich, regardless of size, shape or location. We want you to enjoy your visit and find plenty of fossils.
Please note that visitors bringing pets to the quarry are only allowed to have their pets in the parking area and they must be kept on a leash at all times.
