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Fossils of Lake Gosiute in Sweetwater County

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Lake Gosiute was formed 58 million years ago. With the lake in place, an ecosystem was born. The environment was tropical. Lots of dinosaurs roamed the shores, and strange creatures lived in the lake. Certain mammals gave way to others, but fossils were already being created. Many vegetation type fossils can be found to the east of Rock Springs. To the west are more basic, oceanic creatures. Now, how do you find the fossils of Sweetwater County, and where are the best sites and displays? Start at Western Wyoming Community College, which has the best collection of dinosaurs on I-80 from San Fransisco to Chicago. Also, don't forget about Fossil Butte on Highway 30, just east of Kemmerer. The Butte has an interpretive visitor center with some great exhibits and tours.

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