Did you know that mammoths, one of the most well-known ancient creatures to walk the earth, lived right here in Texas? You can see their fossilized remains at Waco Mammoth National Monument, a must-visit attraction for history buffs and natural science lovers alike.

A hidden gem attraction in Texas, Waco Mammoth National Monument takes you back to a time when ancient beasts roamed the earth.
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You'll find it on Steinbeck Bend Drive, just down the road from Magnolia Market.
During your visit, you'll see the remains of 24 Columbian mammoths and other mammals from the Pleistocene Epoch.
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It's the single-largest concentration of mammoths that died from a potentially recurring event (thought to be a flash flood, in this case).
Not all of the mammoths whose bones are preserved here died at once.
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Three separate events (again, likely floods) that struck the same area eventually killed all 24 of them.

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The fossils are "in situ," or in the original place of discovery.
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It's estimated the first mammoths to die were buried up to 68,000 years ago, with the others following shortly after.
After the first bone was discovered in 1978, a partnership between the Waco Mammoth Foundation, Baylor University, and the city of Waco developed around the site.
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It was officially designated as a national monument in 2015, and has received upwards of 50,000 visitors per year ever since.
Among the other fossilized remains you'll see include those of saber-toothed tigers, a camel, and bull mammoths.
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You'll also learn how to spot key differences between the Columbian mammoth and other types of mammoths.
History buffs and natural science enthusiasts of all ages will have a blast exploring and taking in newfound knowledge.
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There are even special attractions to keep the kids entertained, like this dig site where they can play archaeologists.

Visit the monument’s website or Facebook page to learn more.

Have you ever visited this fascinating archaeological site? If so, tell us all about your experience in the comments section below, and check out our previous article for a nearby attraction that’s totally bucket-list-worthy.

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Waco Mammoth National Monument, 6220 Steinbeck Bend Dr, Waco, TX 76708, USA