Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument

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Turtle Petroglyph at Antelope Creek Village Site
Turtle Petroglyph at Antelope Creek Village Site
A view of the gardens and Alibates Visitor Center.
The gardens and Alibates Visitor Center host activities and ranger-led programs throughout the year.
Colorful chunks of Alibates Flint.
Used for at least 13,000 years, Alibates Flint was the choice of many tribes for their stone tools, spearpoints and arrowheads.
Stair steps up the Alibates Flint Quarries Trail.
Take a hike up the Quarries Trail to learn about this important stone.
A snowy mesa, as seen from the Alibates Visitor Center.
Every season hold special beauty at Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument.
Photos: National Park Service

About Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument

13,000 years ago, Alibates Flint was used by mammoth hunters as a source of flint for tools. Learn how important this site was to the survival, commerce, and culture of the people of the High Plains.

Quick Facts

State Texas
Designation National Monument
State Code TX
Weather The Texas Panhandle experiences a wide variety of weather conditions throughout the year. Winters are cold and windy, and summers are hot and dry. It is usually a good idea…

Location & Map

Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument is located in Texas.

Operating Hours

Alibates Visitor Center has museum exhibits, theater, bookstore, and a 7 themed garden with a Monarch Waystation and other native plants. The Alibates Flint Quarries are accessible by guided tour only. Please call for reservations. There is a short self-guided walking trail with an accompanying brochure that lets you see the Canadian River Valley.

Wednesday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Monday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Thursday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Tuesday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Friday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Saturday 9:00AM - 4:00PM

Activities

Arts and Culture Craft Demonstrations Camping Guided Tours Junior Ranger Program Park Film Museum Exhibits

Getting There

Alibates Flint Quarries is located approximately 35 miles north of Amarillo, Texas. From I-40 in Amarillo, take Lakeside exit north towards Lake Meredith National Recreation Area. Exit on TX 136 north towards Borger. After about 30 miles, turn west from TX 136 onto Cas Johnson Road. Park Service signs will be visible. Proceed approximately 3 miles to "Y" intersection and bear to right. Go northwest approximately 2 miles to the Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument Visitor Center.

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Contact & Address

Address 37084 Alibates Rd., Potter County, TX, 79036
Phone 8068576680
Email lamr_interpretation@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

Native American Heritage Geology

Visitor Centers

Alibates Visitor Center

The Alibates Visitor Center is home to exhibits, a theater and outdoor gardens, showcasing the history of Alibates Flint. It is also the meeting place…

Hours: The Alibates Visitor Center has a museum, theater, bookstore, exhibits, and a park ranger on duty to assist visitors and plan your trip. There is also a 7 themed gardens and Monarch Butterfly Waystation with an accompanying garden with native plants. The Mesquite Trail is a self-guided walking trail, less than one mile. Be sure to stop by the visitor center to pick up a self-guided brochure.

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