Hike with a Ranger: Fall Fossils
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area · Minnesota
Photo: NPS Photo / Kurt Moses
Next time
Sunday, Oct 11 · 10:00 AM
Local time at the park
About this program
National Fossil Day is October 15th, and we are celebrating with ranger-led hikes! Hikes On Saturday, October 17th will have a National Park Service ranger and a paleontologist.
Take a hike through time with a National Park Service ranger to hunt for fossils, learn how they came to be here, and discover how the geology of a waterfall shaped the area. Explore a lesser-known area of the national park, discover one of many hidden waterfalls around the Mississippi River, and enjoy the fall colors. We're going on an urban adventure!
• Due to the terrain of the route and exposure to steep drop-offs, the hike is rated moderate and is not recommended for children under 5 or adults who need assistance walking.
• We recommend a 1:1 ratio of child-to-adult if under the age of 8.
• Participants must be able to walk on uneven, potentially slippery ground and on a steep trail with no barrier fencing.
• Wear weather-appropriate shoes and clothing.
• The trail may have multiple downed trees which will need to be traversed, either over or under.
• Individuals not prepared may be turned away for their safety.
- Where to meet
- Shadow Falls Park, 30 N Mississippi River Blvd, St Paul, MN 55104
From the National Park Service.
Upcoming dates
- Sunday, Oct 1110:00 AM
Schedule from the Mississippi National River & Recreation Area, checked daily. Programs can change, so check before you go.
At the park that day
Weather
84° / 65°
broken clouds · OpenWeather forecast
Sunset
6:37 PM
Sunday
No closures or road changes reported within 20 miles in the last week.
