Oakley Attractions
Oakley (pop. 2,200) began as a way-station on the Union Pacific Railroad line built between Denver and Kansas City in the 1860's.
Fick Fossil and History Museum
The Fick Fossil and History Museum in Oakley features Cretaceous Period fossils from the personal collection of Earnest and Vi Fick as well as many fossils found by the Sternbergs, who did extensive digs in the area. Other displays include folk art created from fossils and rocks, antique clothing and merchandise.
Hours
May 31 to September 6
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
September 7 to May 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | |
| Open | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Monument Rocks
The Monument Rocks are located 20mi/32km south of Oakley. They are also known as the Chalk Pyramids and are a natural formation that served as a landmark for pioneers and American Indians. A variety of marine reptilian fossils are visible.
Prairie Dog Town
Prairie Dog Town in Oakley features animals from western Kansas including buffalo, bobcats, prairie dogs, pheasants, goats and foxes.
