Large rhino-like brontotheres roam a semitropical forest. Dog-sized, three-toed horses dart between the trees. The cat-like nimravid and bear dogs stalk their prey. The climate cools and forests alter to dryer grasslands. Saber tooth cats and camels get replaced by mountain lions and deer. Paleontologists learn more about the ancient animals and environment with every new fossil they discover.
Sheep Rock
Sheep Rock, with the John Day River in the foreground
Painted Hills
The Painted Hills on a stormy winter day.
Clarno
The Clarno Palisades are remains of ancient volcanic mudslides.
Paleontologist at work
The Thomas Condon Paleontology Center is both a visitor center and research center.
Historic James Cant Ranch Homestead
Cant Ranch house
