Dinosaurs once roamed here. Their fantastic remains are still visibly embedded in the rocks. Today, the mountains, desert, and untamed rivers flowing in deep canyons support an array of life. Petroglyphs hint at earlier cultures. Later, homesteaders and outlaws found refuge here. Whether your passion is science, adventure, history or scenery, Dinosaur offers much to explore.
Visitors can see over 1,500 dinosaur fossils exposed on the cliff face inside the Quarry Exhibit Hall.
Experience Dinosaur's remote canyons and wilderness by rafting on the Green or Yampa rivers.
Six campgrounds are located in the monument to give you a variety of options.
Covering over 210,000 acres, Dinosaur National Monument offers a wealth of places to explore.
Hiking is a great way to appreciate Dinosaur's scenery and rugged landscape. Miles of trails and cross-country opportunities exist.
Dinosaur also preserves traces left by earlier peoples who inhabited the area. Several petroglyph sites are easily viewed.
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Last updated: September 23, 2021
