What to look for
- Petrified tree stumps and logs
- Forest interpretation above the shore
Before you visit
Plan around low tide, obey wildlife closures and leave fossils untouched; keep clear of seals and any penguin access areas.
Admission & booking
DOC does not specify all visitor charges here; nearby commercial attractions and camping have separate arrangements.
Check current admission (new tab)Getting there
From the Curio Bay car park and cafe area, follow the signed access to the fossil-forest viewing platform.
Find on map (new tab)Timing & conditions
Check tides and swell for your day; use the viewing platform when shoreline conditions or wildlife restrictions prevent closer access.