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Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument

Fritch, Texas

Ancient flint quarries above Lake Meredith, by ranger-led tour.

Cost
Free
Booking
Book ahead
Time to allow
3 hours

Native peoples quarried multicoloured flint here for 13,000 years. Visits are with a ranger; call the park to check the tour schedule before you go.

Good to know

  • Call 806-886-3826 for tour times
  • Bring water, little shade
Best time
Spring or fall
Open
Check with the park
Getting there
Paved highway then gravel
Vehicles
Fine in any car

Facilities

  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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