National Monument · TX

Things to do in Waco Mammoth

The National Park Service lists 6 things to do at Waco Mammoth National Monument. 5 have no extra fee, 6 need no reservation, and 5 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.

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All (6) Hiking (5)Guided Tours (1)

Camel Trail

A 200 yard dirt and gravel trail that allows you to enjoy nature at Waco Mammoth National Monument.

Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

Eagle Trail

A 1/2 mile trail takes you through the Texas landscape.

Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

Mammoth Trail

A short, paved trail takes you from the Welcome Center to the Dig Shelter where you can see the fossilized remains of Ice Age animals.

Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

Visit the Dig Shelter

Mammoths, and camels, and saber-toothed cats! Oh my! The Dig Shelter at Waco Mammoth National Monument houses the fossilized remains of ice age animals, most notable the only nursery herd of Columbian mammoths to be discovered in the United States.

45-60 Minutes Year-round Fee applies

Guided Tours

Before you go

Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Waco Mammoth. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.

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