FallFossilsSierra Nevada

Fall Fossil Hunting in the Sierra Nevada

This fall guide covers the Sierra Nevada, where fossils opportunities shift with weather, water levels, and access. Use it to time productive windows, focus on the right terrain, and avoid wasting trips on closed roads, blown-out rivers, or off-cycle habitats.

What to Look For in Fall

  • dry meadow exposures
  • mining camp spoil
  • river benches
  • foothill badlands

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