Waco Mammoth National Monument
Waco, TX
A covered dig shelter protects the bones of Columbian mammoths from a nursery herd that died here about 65,000 years ago. Guided tours run through the day; the site is a few minutes off I-35.
- Nearest town
- Waco, TX
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 31.6068, -97.1767
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and December–February. Hot in June–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Speegleville ParkCampsite5 mi from Waco Mammoth National MonumentTentsCaravans
- 4U RV ParkMotorhome stopover8 mi from Waco Mammoth National MonumentMotorhomes
- Waco Creekside ResortCampsite8 mi from Waco Mammoth National MonumentCaravans
- Quail Crossing RV ParkMotorhome stopover8 mi from Waco Mammoth National MonumentMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
- McGregor RV ParkMotorhome stopover17 mi from Waco Mammoth National Monument · 27 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDogs allowed
- Clifton RV ParkMotorhome stopover24 mi from Waco Mammoth National MonumentMotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi
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FAQs
Where is Waco Mammoth National Monument?
Waco Mammoth National Monument is in Waco, TX, at GPS 31.6068, -97.1767. It is about 55 mi from Glen Rose.
Can you camp near Waco Mammoth National Monument?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camp Fimfo Waco, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 34 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Waco Mammoth National Monument?
Waco Mammoth National Monument is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Cowtown, dinosaur tracks and mammoths: Fort Worth to Waco.
What is there to see near Waco Mammoth National Monument?
Places worth a stop nearby: Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum (5 mi), Dinosaur Valley State Park (58 mi), Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District (82 mi) and Longhorn Cavern State Park (94 mi).
When is the best time to visit Waco Mammoth National Monument?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)