The “Big Stump” is located along the Petrified Forest Walk. July 5, 2012 by Matt ThomasThe “Big Stump” is located along the Petrified Forest Walk. Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument About Matt Thomas Matt is an avid writer and explorer, who loves to showcase his home state of Colorado. His favorite place to be is right here in the Centennial State. Previous Post:The “Big Stump” is located along the Petrified Forest Walk.