Dinosaur Provincial Park

Alberta Parks

Centrosaurus Bonebed Hike

Meeting Location

This tour starts at Fossil Display 1, which is a 15 minute drive from the Visitor Centre.

Tours and events have concluded for the 2024 season. Please check back in mid-February, 2025.

See the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous!

With a knowledgeable guide, you will trek up the steep sandy slopes of the badlands and across grassy valleys to a dig site that contained the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs.

As you hike you will explore clues in the landscape that reveal the secrets of Cretaceous Alberta, and uncover the science behind why so many dinosaurs were preserved at this site.

This route to the bonebed is perfect for those who enjoy a good hike.

 

This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

Cancellations may occur due to extreme weather events, including extreme heat and rain.

Please note: Closed toe and heel walking or hiking shoes are required for this tour. (No Keen sandals, sandals, flip-flops or Crocs).

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Book It

Meet at: Meet at Fossil Display 1 on the Public Scenic Driving Loop Road

Duration: 3 Hours

Effort: Moderate

Ages: 10+

Fee: $30/Adult, $18/Youth (10-17 years)

Info: Program Guide

FAQs

Tags: Guided Hike
Updated: Oct 28, 2024