Activities & Events

Guided Tours & Events

• Book in advance for tours, hikes & family programs led by park staff. 
• Consider these tips before booking tickets.

Self-Guided Activities

• There are so many things to do on your own at Dinosaur Park!
• Trails - Explore almost 20km of walking trails.
  • The badlands within the Public Scenic Loop Road circle are accessible to the public.
  • Please note that it is illegal to remove fossils, plants or rocks from provincial parks. Visit our rules and regulations page for more information.
• Public Scenic Loop Road - Drive, walk or bike this 3.5 km scenic road through beautiful badlands (map). 
• Fossil Display Houses - See the 2 outdoor interpretive fossil displays on the Public Scenic Loop Road.
• Children's Playground - located between Cretaceous Cafe (concession building) and campground
• Picnic Areas 
  • The day use area (located near the river) has fire pits, picnic tables and a grassy area for play. 
  • Picnic tables are also located on the lawn outside the concession building, near John Ware Cabin.
• Park Visitor Centre
  • Come to the Visitor Centre to get information, pick up reserved tickets and see the gift shop. 
  • There's a small fee to see the interactive exhibits and family theatre shows.  Your paid admission allows you to come and go all day. 
• Photography - Take beautiful photos of the stunning landscape.
• Check out other recreational opportunities.