Fossil Quest

Location of Westmoreland State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Westmoreland State Park, 145 Cliff Road, Montross, VA 22520.

When

Oct. 17, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Did you know Westmoreland State Park has a beach where you can find fossils? Join us in this guided hike down to fossil beach to search for fossils with a ranger and learn about why we find them here in our park!

Big Meadow Trail is about a one-mile hike round trip with moderate grade and rooty terrain. Dress appropriately for the weather on that day and bring a water bottle!

Fossil searching equipment is provided, but feel free to bring your own!

various sized fossilized shark teeth on the palm of a hand

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-493-8821
Email Address: westmoreland@dcr.virginia.gov