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Cairo Fossil Forest

Abandoned FactoryModerate difficulty● Red hazardNew York

An abandoned quarry where scientists discovered the world's oldest forest. Access is reatricted and work is ongoing

Site typeAbandoned Factory
StateNew York
Coordinates42.3205, -74.0452
Difficulty · ModerateSome effort — hiking, navigating fences or rough terrain.
Hazard · RedSerious hazard — structural collapse, contamination, or active security/arrest risk.
Light todaySunrise 06:09 · sunset 19:49 (local) — golden hour is the first and last hour of that window
Conditions today59–76°F · 88% precip chance · wind to 8 mph
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