Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument - Plan Your Visit

Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument by National Parks Service

The flint quarries can only be viewed by a ranger-guided tour. Tours are offered by reservation only. Tours are generally offered everyday at 10 AM and 2 PM. Please call to confirm tour times. Give park staff ample time to schedule a tour--a few days in advance is best.

Any size group is welcome to take the tour, but groups of less than twenty-five are recommended. The tour involves a 1 mile round trip hike up a moderately steep trail that is covered with loose gravel in places. Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes are recommended. Other items you may want include water, sunscreen, sunhat, or jacket, depending on the weather.

Getting There

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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 Contact Station.

Reservations may be made by writing the Superintendent, Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument, P.O. Box 1460, Fritch, Texas 79036, or by calling park headquarters at (806) 857-3151.

From Fritch, take TX 136 south seven miles and make a right on Cas Johnson Road.