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Our History:The existence of this Petrified Forest has been know since the middle 1800s, but only within the past four decades has it been developed and opened for the public. R.J. "Bob" and Shirl Schabilion acquired the Petrified Forest in August 1962. By example to their family and to others, they taught the values and practicalities that are to be found in conserving and preserving all of...
Just 17 miles northwest of Jackson, visitors find one of nature's most stunning peculiarities. Registered as a National Natural Landmark in 1966, the Petrified Forest features a 1.5-mile walking trail that takes visitors through this frozen woodland. Along the way, trail guides tell how this phenomenon came into existence. After viewing the trees, guests can stop by the museum to learn more,...