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Ginkgo Petrified
Forest State Park - created as a result of being covered by lava
during an ancient volcanic eruption, many perfectly preserved trees and
fossils - including the very rare Ginkgo tree - are available for viewing
here. An 'interpretive center' serves to educate those of us who would
like to know what we're looking at.
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Picnicking and
camping facilities are available (reservations required for camping - see
Reserve a Campsite).
The park is open from 6:30a to dusk during the summer. In the winter it
opens at 8a. Also, during the winter, camping may be restricted to
weekends, only. Check with the park folks at 1-509-856-2700. A lot more
information about the recreational aspects of this state park is available
at:
Ginkgo Park.
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