Explore This One-Of-A-Kind Beach In Alaska For The Chance To Find Some Ancient Fossils
By Natalie Clunan
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Published March 07, 2018
If you enjoy beach combing and fossil hunting, there is a spot in Alaska that you won’t want to miss. Its at the end of the road and not the easiest place to get to. But if you make it out to Fossil Beach you will be rewarded with awe-inspiring scenery and the chance to put some fossils in your pocket. Let’s take a look at what this remote spot has to offer.
Fossil Beach on the eastern side of Kodiak Island is bordered on each side by immense cliffs. The small beach is at the mouth of a river that drains Twin Lakes.
To get to this isolated spot, you will travel to the very end of Pasagshak Road. You won't find many people out here other than a small handful of beachcombers or surfers.
The beach and its cliffs are only accessible at low tide when the water recedes and the sand and rocks are exposed. Once that happens, you can spend several hours here exploring.
The cliffs that border the beach are absolutely gigantic. But if you look closely, you may find fossils of creatures past.
The fossils are nested in the muddy shale of the cliffs. You will see seashells as well as fossil of mollusks and other sea life here.
Occasionally some plant fossils are discovered. You never know what you might find in this treasure hunter's paradise.
If you are lucky, you might also catch a glimpse of some very much alive animals, as bison tend to roam throughout the area.
Are you ready to head to the absolute end of the road on Kodiak Island to search for fossils? Fossil Beach is waiting for you.
When planning a trip to Fossil Beach, you want to make sure you visit at low tide. To check the tides, visit the
Tides Chart website .
Have you been to visit Fossil Beach? What was the greatest treasure that you found? Share your experiences and pictures in the comments section below.
If you find yourself on Kodiak Island, you might also want to visit this stunning park that is packed with history.
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