🐘❄️ Meeting Lupe the Mammoth - Ice Age History in San José, California

Simba the Adventure Pup 🐾 and I made a prehistoric-style stop in San José, California to visit Lupe the Mammoth — a larger-than-life sculpture inspired by the real Colombian mammoth whose remains were discovered along the Guadalupe River in 2005. This public artwork celebrates one of the Bay Area’s most important paleontological discoveries, turning a piece of Ice Age history into a fun, family-friendly landmark right in the middle of the city. 🧊

Standing tall with textured metal details and dynamic, lifelike posture, Lupe is the kind of sculpture that instantly grabs your attention — and sparks your imagination. It’s part educational, part artistic, and totally worth the stop, especially with a curious pup in tow!

🎥 Watch the Video

Join Simba and me as we walk around this impressive mammoth sculpture, showing off its size, craftsmanship, and the playful spirit it brings to the area.

👀 In This Video You’ll See

- A full look at Lupe the Mammoth up close — from tusks to tail 🐘
- Detailed views of the sculpture’s textures and metalwork from multiple angles
- A fun, lighthearted roadside-style stop that blends art, science, and local history

🦴 Why This Stop Is Worth It

Lupe isn’t just a sculpture — she represents a rare and fascinating glimpse into Ice Age California. When construction crews uncovered mammoth remains along the Guadalupe River in 2005, it became one of the region’s biggest paleontological finds. The sculpture pays tribute to that discovery, reminding visitors that long before Silicon Valley… mammoths roamed this land! ❄️

Today, Lupe stands as a playful educational landmark that appeals to families, travelers, science lovers, and anyone who enjoys unique public art. It’s quirky, meaningful, and undeniably memorable — the perfect kind of stop for road trippers and explorers.

If you love unique sculptures, local history, or cool roadside attractions, Lupe the Mammoth is a must-see on your San José travel list. 🗺️

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