preserved in volcanic ash around 34 million years ago. These ancient giants once towered more than 230 feet tall and are a rare and impressive reminder of the diverse ecosystems that thrived in the region during the Eocene epoch. The preserved stumps provide valuable insight into the prehistoric world and the climate conditions that existed millions of years ago. Today, visitors can explore the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument and marvel at these incredible fossilized stumps, as well as a variety of other fossilized plant and animal specimens that have been unearthed in the area.
