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Fossil Discovery Center of Madera County

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19450 Avenue 21 1/2
Chowchilla, CA 93610
+1 (559) 665-7107
http://maderamammoths.org

The Fossil Discovery Center of Madera County, in partnership with the San Joaquin Valley Paleontology Foundation, offers a unique and exciting experience for visitors. Located in Chowchilla, CA, the center showcases an impressive collection of fossils from the Middle-Pleistocene era, including mammoths, sloths, dire wolves, and more.

Not only does the center provide educational exhibits for all ages, but it also actively engages in conservation efforts to preserve the natural wildlife habitat surrounding the museum. From saving the pond ecosystem to restoring iconic landmarks like the Mammoth Orange, the Fossil Discovery Center is dedicated to both educating and preserving the rich history of California's prehistoric past.

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Kevin F.
5/10/2025

I don't know how many I've driven by this place along the 99, saying I (we) need to stop and check it out... finally! After moving out of state , made the stop. So many cool fossils!! Colombian...

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Leah K.
3/5/2025

Really enjoyed our time here. My son wanted to see real fossils, he is obsessed with dinosaurs! It was fun and informational. There was a cool (optional if paid) dig in the front. There was a gift...

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Nate M.
10/6/2023

What an awesome find just 40 minutes away from Fresno! My son is currently at the age where dinosaurs are everything and to be honest he's been a dinosaur lover, since he was two. So, I knew...

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Jozel R.
3/13/2024

I bought discounted tickets to this place. We went on Sunday it was around 11am and we had the whole place to ourself. When we entered we were greeted and were given instructions on the layout....

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Sergio H.
3/8/2025

Very good experience awesome place. Friendly stuff, I would definitely go back to the place. It was raining when I went but worth it.

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