Great place to learn about meteors! Just a quick shot off the main highway.

Was a little underwhelming. Hard to really see the impact hole. Might be cooler if there was a bridge or deck over it too see from a better perspective then just a pathway around.

Neat place to see where a meteor hit the earth. There is a path that takes you through the crater itself. We got to see a dead jack rabbit, like 5 dead ahhhh-rantula [tarantula] and a live lizard. See pictures.The only thing that would be cool to see them add would be a tower that you could climb to see the crater from above so that you could take a better picture. I understand that cost money to do which is why its prolly not there. . . . yet.

It was a nice stop on the way from Abilene to Carlsbad NP. Not much to see, but theres a lot of science on exhibit inside. Nice short walk if you need a break, and we learned a thing or two. Got a pressed penny for my collection. Oh, and we did not see any dead animals on our visit ;)

Nice history is free to visit but looks like any other Field in the area.

It was a nice stop and interesting place to learn about meteorites that land on Earth. The enforcement of faces inside made sure everyone was safely able to observe the displays.

Informational and well kept small museum best for short visits. Worth getting off the interstate.

It is a small museum but there is stuff to see. There are restrooms, picnic tables, a short hiking path that goes around the crater. Its easy to get to and it was a nice place to visit and take a break from our road trip. There was no fee when we visited. Its worth the short drive off the highway. Go check it out!

They have educational information posted at various spots.

It was a nice place. Crater has been filled up.just a small walk around.

Nothing extraordinary, you can barely notice the crater. Inside the little museum you can see and touch meteors found in different parts of the world. They also sell souvenirs and toys for kids. If you have nothing to do during your visit to Odessa visit the place, about 15 minutes from downtown.

Small area easy to go throug

The mini museum was nice to read about the discovery of the crater and see samples of metals.

Well it is what it says it is, it is just not as large as I had hoped. But it is educational and this is West Texas. The office was closed so I will have to write a better review later

Amazing to wonder across driving!!! Worth going to see! Good museum as well.

It was interesting to visit. Not much to see except a dent in the ground. But the museum was closed which I understand is very educational to visit.

Fun stop less than 10 minutes from Interstate 20. Donations only. National Natural Landmark site.

Interesting stop. It is the 2nd largest crater in the US. Loads of good information in the visitor center. It is free to look around.

Walk was nice with informative signs along the way. Didnt get to go into museum/gift shop. I went during open hours but no one was there, it is a residence on the back side of the building and saw someone pull up but they wouldnt open the building still.

Informational and a fun stop on the road to stetch your legs!

A good quick stop or picnic. Fun to go inside a crater. It is pretty shallow but still a great experience. The museum has an impressive collection of Meteorites from around the world.

Neat place to go check out!! Free has bathrooms and a museum?

The visitors center was closed but the area is nice. Walking path, educational information posted and a little astronomy exhibit on the drive out.

Something to stop by but not go out of your way for. Not quite the depression youd presume from a meteor crater.

Small but interesting educational center. (Crater itself is mostly filled in.)

Great little place to go and discover5 STARS

Nice. For a hike in the ground...

I stopped alone here in my way to California. On the return trip I stopped with my wife; now we can both say weve seen a real meteor crater. FYI, while driving away note the signs showing the distance of each planet from the sun.

Such a beautiful landscape displaying the power of the universe

So informative! The museum is little, but can tell you a lot. Tons of meteorite examples from all over the world. They actually have a walking path into the crater itself, which is really cool. It is a small little park, but admission is free. Please consider donating, so more people can see this amazing place! 2nd biggest crater in the US. Lots of wildlife.

May 2020Again, met by a closed gate. Called the number and the machine informed the park will be closed until further notice. Google maps lists it as open.Review from October? 2019:I wish I could give a better review.My husband and i came out here around 4pm on a Sunday, according to their schedule its open till 5pm. we and several other people were met by a closed gate. We called them and only got a mailbox that mentioned their regular schedule. No explanation as to why theyre closed during regular business hours.quite disappointing...Maybe some day well be able to come back and actually see the crater and museum and then give a better review.

Interesting hour for the scientist at heart. 20k years ago the second largest known iron meteor hit the future site of Odessa TX.

Neat to stop by, but was underwhelming. Free. Google maps gps will take you right to the location. There is an information center and a trail that you can walk (it goes around 2 craters). However, the exact location and events of the first crater are a little confusing since alot of digging has been done in the area, plus it is suspected that the meteor disintegrated on impact. The information center was interesting and has meteors from all over the world to look at. You can also purchase a souvenir. I feel like this place could be so much more- like maybe add an observation tower so you get that overview of what you are walking through, or even a video of the predicted impact (its hard to imagine). It would also benefit from staff being more informative; staff seemed very bored.

Good little stop to add on a whim. Short hiking trail down into the crater shouldnt take more than 10 minutes, and has a few educational signs with some history and context to what youre seeing. The crater has been naturally filled in to be just 6 ft below the surrounding landscape, so level set your expectations... Museum is small and quirky; lots of meteor-related info and quite a few meteorites on display too. Free admission (donations appreciated) and clean bathrooms.

2 miles off the freeway. Nice way to stretch your legs while on a long road trip.

A bit underwhelming.

Something different for sure. It might look like just a hole in the ground to some. If you read the signs you start to understand way more. They found prehistoric fossils. There is a small museum with clean restrooms. The admission is free, but donations are acceptable. The person that mans it doesnt talk much, but dont be discouraged to walk around. Enjoy!

Interesting and educational stop.

Interesting and informative

Other than contemplating a meteor strike on this site, this site has beautiful wildflowers. The museum is a good one and free. Please donate, if you can.

Just interesting. Crazy to imagine an impact of such magnitude

I enjoyed the walk through the crater. I stopped and read all the signs and learned some things. My dog came with me, and she tried to chase a big rabbit! I was there on a Sunday though and the building was not open, but that was okay. I believe it is important to see things like this because it is part of history and science. It is only a short ride off the main highway.

It was interesting for reasons other than science. Our experience was met with a random guy laying 15 feet from the path, in the crater. My young son thought that he was dead. Thankfully, he was just playing possum and performed some ninja moves with his walking stick. The museum contains meteorite fragments from other regions. The museum itself is pretty boring. We had a better time watching the jackrabbits and quail outside of the building.

Interesting information on meteors

The crater is interesting, with little signs along the path giving you information. If you visit in the summer be advised, its hot, very hot!. Unfortunately, despite being during their normal hours the visitor center was closed. This led to no water and no restrooms.

The museum is super cool and informative. Make sure to wear comfy shoes:)

Cool little museum

Perfect place to stop on the freeway to see and think. 30 minutes and you see it all.

The self guided trail was well maintained and easy to walk. Museum had many interesting displays.

If youre in Odessa, why not visit here?

Seriously?

How often do you get to see a meteor crater? Lol. Although just a big hole, its cool to see. I was only worried about the sign to watch for snakes lol

Went there a few years ago. The lady who runs it berated my parenting. Other tips for travelers:-yes there are warnings for snakes. Stay out of the wilderness and you may never see them.-its surrounded by an oil field, so it may smell of sulfur (eggs)-the crazy woman manager may not be technically racist. She seems to hate white people most.

The crater itself was pretty cool... The attached museum was a bit of a disappointment though.

Not all that deep but there is a very nice gift shop, excellently staffed, with plenty of information and various meteorites, etc. Easy walk through and around the crater was nice and easy.

Its neither large nor fancy, but its interesting and informative. They could probably stand to update some of the technical information, though.

We were ready for a break on the road and we saw the signs. Inside is more interesting than outside. I wouldnt go out of my way and a second visit isnt necessary but its okay!

Neat hole in the ground. This feature is pretty zen, if you’re into astronomy it’s worth it on a pass by. I wouldn’t go out of my way to see it though.

Small, my kids liked it

Best hole in the ground ever. Geology rocks

You don’t see much, as the crater has filled in over the years. The image in my mind was much better then the actual sight.

Pretty nice place had a blast sleading down the hills

They have the strangest website Ive ever seen.

Right off the highway, free admission, and a 5 minute trail. Its super quirky, and its honestly a great place to stretch your legs out if youre driving that way. You also learn a bit about the actual meteor, but all this aside, you gotta love America and the amount of money, time, and effort that went into preserving such a dinky national natural landmark like this.

Very disappointing.It looks like a piece of waste land with a footpath through it. Really nothing to look at

Why they cover the METEOR CREATER?

Its a meteor crater. And theres a mini musom Im sorry I cant spell but its a little mediocer but go see the crater its big

Very interesting and educational

Nothing is here to see...only some Creator stones available in musium ...

It was a nice road side diversion even if most of it was closed

Disappointing unless your really a meteor geek. Not much to look at.

Educational

Is it a waist of my money.

Not worth the drive. The signs warning to beware of snakes was unsettling; Ill pass on taking the next visiting relative that thinks it would be cool to visit.

Not aesthetically impressive but some interesting information to learn

Great small roadside attraction

Nice little break during long drive. Doesnt take long to view, its Free! Cant expect much from a free attraction! If looking for a quick stop to stretch your legs Great location to do this; Self guided type environment. If your expecting an Educational, Full meteor experience, its not likely for you.

Over time has silted in looks like a cliche pit you see on side of highway

Dont know what the big deal is

I was expecting to see a huge, deep crater, but I didnt. Its still a place to visit if youre driving through West Texas.

Very detailed.

Had no idea it was there. Very cool.

Great museum, nice bathrooms,short hiking trail

Nice little walk along the trail around the crater with a quaint little visitor center ironically with more things to see about meteors from around the world rather than the Odessa Meteor Crater. Not really a destination to go out of your way for but if you are traveling through its worth a quick stop.

Perfect for small children. Its a nice, quick walk with information signs along the way.

It was very informational and accessible.

Cool apot

Pretty awesome craters and Meteorites on display, just a little disappointed that they wouldnt let me buy one.

Free educational side attraction. Not too far off the highway. Great stop and highly recommended!

Its a hole

It was pretty interesting

Good staff and no cost.

If your in the area its a an ok stop.

Nothing major

It was an interesting site and museum.

Inside the museum there was a lot of information about the minerals found around the area.

Its amazing

Nice to see they developed the area up! It is a neat stop.

My husband and I enjoyed it, but Im pretty sure the lady that works there hates herself and everyone else lol. I wasnt sure if I should apologize for my existence when we came in.

Not overwhelming but interesting enough if your going by. The museum is rather unique.