Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
Take a visit to Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument and you'll find yourself standing where an ancient civilization once lived, surrounded by colorful flint that was used to make weapons and tools. Alibates flint is a beautiful multi-colored stone that is only found in an exposed form in and around the park. There are 736 largely unexcavated quarry pits located within the park that reflect its long story of continuous excavation and use. Alibates flint was highly prized and traded considerably throughout much of North America due to its unique colors and its ability to be chipped into sharp cutting edges.
At A Glance
In The Park
Superintendent: Karren BrownPhone Number: 806-857-3151
Entrance Fees: Free
Sights: Canadian Breaks; Canadian River; Bigfoot Petroglyph
Important Dates
By The Numbers
Acres: 1,370.00Annual Visitation: 1,882 (2006)
Location
Latitude / Longitude :35.585910 / -101.676270 (map it)
State: TX
Nearby Big City: Fritch, TX
Gateway Communities: Amarillo, TX; Fritch, TX
Nearby Airports: Amarillo International Airport (AMA)
Green Features
Has Recycling? : YesHas Shuttle System? : No
Has Volunteer Program? : Yes
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In Detail
Geology Nature & Science Nature & Science The Alibates flint is more correctly called agatized dolomite, or silicified dolomite. Many archeologists also refer to it as Alibates chert because of it's stri ... read more.
History History & Culture Archeological traces of prehistoric Indians homes, workshops, and campsites dot the entire Canadian River region of the Texas Panhandle but few sites are as dramatic as Alibates Fli ... read more.
In A Nutshell Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions Why do I have to visit the monument with a ranger? For the protection of the monument. All resources within the monument ... read more.
Just For Kids Be A Junior Ranger Be A Junior Ranger Junior rangers are special and important people. They help park rangers protect plants, animals, rocks, and historic sites. They pick up litter and put it in tra ... read more.
Planning Your Visit Things To Know Before You Come Lodging: Lone Star Inn 205 E Broadway, Fritch 806-857-3191 Budget Inn - 500 Circle Drive, Borger 806273-7589 Villa Motel 604 W. 3rd St, Borger 806-274-5366 Herit ... read more.
Preservation Volunteer Volunteer Volunteers are vital to the success of the National Park Service (NPS). Each year more than 120,000 volunteers donate over 4 million hours of service in the national parks. They c ... read more.
Things To Do Nearby Attractions Nearby Attractions Lake Meredith National Recreation Area which is adjacent to Alibates Flint Quarries is only a few miles away and provides camping and water activities Palo Duro ... read more.
Who's Who at the Park Management Management Management of Alibates is shared with Lake Meredith National Recreation Area. Headquarters and staff offices for both units are located at 419 E. Broadway Fritch, Texas 79 ... read more.
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