Uncover the Ancient Giants: Waco Mammoth National Monument

Getting There

• Public Bus

  Start at the Waco Transit System bus stop nearest to your location. You can find the bus routes and schedules at the Waco Transit website or by calling them. Take the Route 1 bus heading north towards the North Waco area. You will need to stay on the bus for about 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic. Get off at the Steinbeck Bend Drive stop, which is the closest stop to Waco Mammoth National Monument. From there, it's a short walk (about 0.5 miles) to the monument entrance at 6220 Steinbeck Bend Dr.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bike from a local rental shop in Waco. From downtown Waco, head north on N 5th St until you reach the intersection with Lake Shore Dr. Turn left on Lake Shore Dr and follow it along the lake. Continue on this road until you reach Steinbeck Bend Dr. Turn right onto Steinbeck Bend Dr, and the Waco Mammoth National Monument will be on your left. The total distance is approximately 4 miles, and the ride is mostly flat.

• Walking

  If you are close enough, you can walk to the Waco Mammoth National Monument. Start by heading north on your current street until you reach N 5th St. Turn left on N 5th St and continue until you reach the intersection with Lake Shore Dr. Turn right onto Lake Shore Dr and walk along the lake. Continue straight until you reach Steinbeck Bend Dr. Turn right on Steinbeck Bend Dr, and you will see the monument entrance shortly. This walk is about 4 miles and provides scenic views along the lake.

• Rideshare

  Use a rideshare app like Uber or Lyft. Open the app and enter 'Waco Mammoth National Monument' or the address '6220 Steinbeck Bend Dr, Waco, TX 76708' as your destination. The rideshare driver will take you directly to the monument. Ensure that you are at a safe pickup location, which is usually near major landmarks or public areas.