Petrified Forest Loop

Great Walk, Great Rewards

I am a geologist and I was eager to see this part of the park. Pick up a trail guide at one of the visitors centers. It is not needed but it is helpful. I did the out and back to the north area (left...

Amazing Views!!

The petrified forest trail loop was definitely worth it! We took north side first from the parking lot. Amazing views of grassy areas and buffaloes grazing as we hiked to the petrified forest. Highly ...

Plenty to see

You can hike for a far or as short as you want and there is plenty of trees to see! Super interesting!

Bison on trail

A nice hike with great views. A bit tricky at first to follow the path up the incline. Watch for posts. The north loop was blocked by a herd of local bison. The south trail is smooth and easy to ...

Great flexible hike!

Take the West River Road off I-90 and follow signs. Bring water; hiking boots preferable. Don’t stop before you reach the overlook with a canyon full of copses of petrified forest. Allow plenty of ...