Dinosaur Valley State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife

Dinosaur Valley State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife The Dinosaur Capital of Texas! Headquarters Hours: 8:30 - 4:30 every day

Long ago, dinosaurs left footprints in the mud at the edge of an ancient ocean.
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Today, you can walk in their tracks in the bed of the Paluxy River. This long trip to the past is just a short drive from Fort Worth. Stay at one of our regular or backpack campsites. Explore 20 miles of trails. Shop our park store for souvenirs, camping and fishing supplies, books and much more.

Looking for a fun family outing this weekend? We've got you covered at Dino Valley! 🎶Join us this Saturday night Sept 1...
09/10/2026

Looking for a fun family outing this weekend? We've got you covered at Dino Valley!

🎶Join us this Saturday night Sept 12th for some wholesome music performed by our very own rangers then lay out under the stars and visit with astronomers. 💫

🗓Saturday Program Highlights:
- 7pm: Trail Songs & Campfire Stories @ the Amphitheater. Bring a camp chair or a blanket to get cozy. We will also have s'mores for an evening treat.
- 8-10pm: Star Party with the Fort Worth Astronomical Society @ Main Track Site Overflow Parking Lot. Park at the Amphitheater and walk down. Bring your camp chair/blanket, red flashlight and water.

🦖Want to learn more about our dino tracks during your visit?
Catch our weekly Track Talks at the Main Track Site. These will be at 10am on Saturday and Sunday this weekend.

As of 9/9 at 3:25p.m. the reservation center is up and running again. **Outdated information**Our reservation system is ...
09/09/2026

As of 9/9 at 3:25p.m. the reservation center is up and running again.

**Outdated information**
Our reservation system is currently down. Please plan to pay with cash. Park admission is $8 for adults and free for kids 12 and under.

We will update when the system is up and running again.

09/04/2026

Keeping it wild up in here at Dinosaur Valley State Park!

🦊Today is National Wildlife Day! Dino Valley is home to many different species of animals that call our river, woods and prairies home.
📹Check out some of our trail cam footage! Included is a roadrunner, racoon, armadillo, herd of deer, and even a coyote!
Let us know in the comments what critters you've spotted in the park!

Looking for Labor Day Weekend plans? Look no further! We’ve got you covered at Dinosaur Valley State Park. 😎We have some...
09/03/2026

Looking for Labor Day Weekend plans? Look no further! We’ve got you covered at Dinosaur Valley State Park. 😎
We have some awesome programs lined up all weekend long, and we hope you’ll join us! 🦕🦖

P.S. It’s still hot outside. Bring your water! ☀️

Welcome fall! 🍂 (too soon??) While we all impatiently wait for it to be acceptable to break out the sweaters and cardiga...
09/03/2026

Welcome fall! 🍂 (too soon??)

While we all impatiently wait for it to be acceptable to break out the sweaters and cardigans, we wanted to invite you all to some awesome events happening over the next few months!

Swipe for details on each event, and don’t forget to follow us for all the up-to-date happenings at Dinosaur Valley State Park! 🦖🦕

🗓Come iNatting with a Park Ranger and Master Naturalists on Sept. 19th at Dinosaur Valley State Park! Join us for our I...
09/01/2026

🗓Come iNatting with a Park Ranger and Master Naturalists on Sept. 19th at Dinosaur Valley State Park! Join us for our Insect Extravaganza program hosted at the Amphitheater from 8-10:30 PM.

🥾No experience needed. Come on your own or bring someone along — either way, you'll be out with people who like looking at nature up close. This program is part of iNat Together, a global campaign running September 18–28 to get people outside with each other and learning a little bit more about nature. Come be part of it!

🎟No registration required! This program is free with Day Use Admission.

📸Before you come:
1) Download the iNaturalist app & make an account - it's 100% free (www.inaturalist.org/signup)
2) Join the project: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/inat-together-insect-extravaganza-at-dinosaur-valley-state-park
3) During the event learn how to take photos of our insect diversity. Use your phone or bring a camera with you.
4) Share your observations on iNaturalist during or after the event. Get instant identification suggestions and confirmation from the iNaturalist community.

🐞We have documented over 800 insects so far. Come and join our bug hunt!

Looking for something fun to do in September? 🦖Check out our upcoming program calendar. Programs are free with your park...
08/31/2026

Looking for something fun to do in September?

🦖Check out our upcoming program calendar.

Programs are free with your park admission and are subject to change with the weather.

🍀Don’t miss our special event for September – Girl Scouts Love State Parks on Sept. 19.

See the full program details at our park website: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/dinosaur-valley/park_events

08/29/2026

Someone knows how to stay cool in this summer heat! 😎

One of our rangers spotted this nine‑banded armadillo splashing around in a bucket that had filled up from a condensation drip line at one of our park residences. It was too cute not to share!😍

This is a great reminder that it’s hot!🥵☀ If you’re planning to visit Dino Valley this weekend, please remember to drink plenty of water, wear sun protection, and take breaks in the shade. We also encourage visitors to explore in the morning or evening and avoid hiking in the middle of the day.

Join us for some family fun this weekend. Upcoming Programs: Saturday Aug. 29:- 10 AM: Track Talk at the Main Track Site...
08/28/2026

Join us for some family fun this weekend.

Upcoming Programs:
Saturday Aug. 29:
- 10 AM: Track Talk at the Main Track Site
- 11 AM: Guided Bird Bingo Hike at the Dino Models
- 7 PM: Give a Hoot at the Dino Models

Sunday Aug. 30:
- 9:30 AM: Track Talk at the Main Track Site
- 11 AM: Guided Bird Bingo Hike at the Dino Models

Try our Bird Bingo hike as a self-guided family activity along the Monarch Trail. Pick up your bingo card at headquarters on your way in.

📣Save the Date! Dinosaur Valley State Park is hosting Dino-bility Day on Saturday, November 7th from 10 AM – 2 PM!Join ...
08/26/2026

📣Save the Date!

Dinosaur Valley State Park is hosting Dino-bility Day on Saturday, November 7th from 10 AM – 2 PM!

Join us for a day celebrating adaptive recreation and outdoor fun for people of all abilities. From crafts and sensory hikes to fishing and birdwatching, there’s something for everyone!

📍Blue Hole area, Dinosaur Valley State Park
🗓 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰10AM - 2PM
🎟Free park entry for the day

ASL Interpreters will be provided. Please contact us with modification request, questions, or concerns. Contact Ranger Kristina at [email protected].

More information: https://tpwd.texas.gov/calendar/dinosaur-valley/dino-bility-day

Address

1629 Park Road 59
Glen Rose, TX
76043

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 10pm
Tuesday 6am - 10pm
Wednesday 6am - 10pm
Thursday 6am - 10pm
Friday 6am - 10pm
Saturday 6am - 10pm
Sunday 6am - 10pm

Telephone

+12548974588

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