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Dinosaur National MonumentAspen on Stuntz Ridge along Harpers Corner Road
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Dinosaur National Monument
Off-Trail Hiking

Off trail hiking is great way to experience the wonder and majesty of Dinosaur's backcountry.
You will be in very remote country. Make sure you take the following precautions:

  • Bring plenty of water.
  • Make sure someone knows where you are going and when you are due out.
  • Bring a map and compass.
  • Even if you are planning a day hike, be prepared to spend the night.
  • Overnight visits in the backcountry require a free backcountry permit.
  • The National Geographic Trails Illustrated map of Dinosaur National Monument is a good planning tool. It's available from the park bookstore.

For more information or help planning a trip into the backcountry, contact the park at 435-781-7700 or at 970-374-3000.

 
Picture of lizard resting on a rock.  

Did You Know?
Dinosaurs became extinct 65 million years ago, but lizards are still a common sight at Dinosaur National Monument. The small, inquisitive reptiles have endured on Earth for more than 300 million years, far outlasting their giant cousins.

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Last Updated: July 30, 2006 at 18:36 EST