The Petrified Forest

Forest Calistoga, California, United States
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What to expect

The Petrified Forest is a unique site located in Sonoma County, California, featuring a collection of petrified trees from the Pliocene era. The forest is home to the largest petrified trees in the world and is considered one of the finest examples of an ancient forest. Visitors can walk among the majestic petrified redwood giants and learn about the geologic history of the area. The forest has a rich history, with the trees being petrified over 3.4 million years ago due to a volcanic eruption. The site is family-friendly, and visitors can take a self-guided tour to explore the trails and witness the splendor of the unearthed petrified redwood trees. The forest also has a store where visitors can find unique gifts inspired by nature, such as petrified wood and fossils

Plan your family visit to the The Petrified Forest with these blog insights 👇

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Is It Worth Visiting Napa Valley With Kids?

Is It Worth Visiting Napa Valley With Kids?
This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the majestic petrified redwood giants that have been in existence for over 3 million years

Highlights: Our kids enjoyed the guided tours, and we enjoyed the serene splendor of unearthed, petrified redwood trees ✨