Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Did you know that some dinosaurs survived the meteor 66 million years ago? Join our feathered host to learn about where we might be able to find dinosaurs today, and how we can help them survive! 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Did you know that some dinosaurs survived the meteor 66 million years ago? Join our feathered host to learn about where we might be able to find dinosaurs today, and how we can help them survive! 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Did you know that some dinosaurs survived the meteor 66 million years ago? Join our feathered host to learn about where we might be able to find dinosaurs today, and how we can help them survive! 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Did you know that some dinosaurs survived the meteor 66 million years ago? Join our feathered host to learn about where we might be able to find dinosaurs today, and how we can help them survive! 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Did you know that some dinosaurs survived the meteor 66 million years ago? Join our feathered host to learn about where we might be able to find dinosaurs today, and how we can help them survive! 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Meet by the John Ware Cabin behind the Cretaceous Cafe 15 minutes before your program. 

Calling all adventurers! This lengthy hike is an exhilarating experience that takes you over steep slopes, through coulees, and deep into the badlands.
Throughout your adventure, your guide will explain why the park is one of the richest sites in the world for late cretaceous fossils! Whether it’s the fossils, the serenading songbirds or catching a glimpse of the hardy wildlife that excites you, our longest tour is aimed to satisfy your appetite (bring your own snacks though!) for knowledge both ancient and present-day.

Please read information below but book ahead by visiting our Online Tour Booking Site.

• The hike is rated as "difficult" - over 6 kilometers through rugged badlands, often in extreme heat.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old.  Children 10-14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Prices are $35/Adult and $20/Youth.
• There is a maximum of 14 participants on this hike.
  
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• We also recommend wearing long light-weight pants and long sleeved shirt.
• Footwear requirement: Participants must wear sturdy closed toe and heel footwear.
  
• No pets are allowed on any tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground but need to be on a leash and under the control of their owners at all times. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Meet at Fossil House 1 on the Public Scenic Loop Road 15 minutes before your program. 

This hike is your opportunity to experience the exceptional concentration of fossils that make Dinosaur Provincial Park world-famous. You will trek over sandy terrain and through grassy valleys to a former dig site - known as a bonebed - that contains the remains of hundreds of horned dinosaurs! Due to this year’s circumstances we will be exploring a new trail to the bonebed!

As you investigate the clues in the landscape, you will be challenged to explain your theory about why so many Centrosauruses perished and were fossilized in this spot.

Please read the information below but click through to our Online Tour Booking Site to see the actual tour times and book your seats ahead of your visit. 

• This program lasts 3 hours and is rated as moderate to difficult.
• Participants must be at least 10 years old for this hike. No babes in arms/backpacks or toddlers allowed on this hike.
• The capacity for this hike is 14 people. 
• This program is not wheelchair accessible.
• For your safety and comfort, please bring water, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear Requirement: Participants must wear sturdy, closed-toe and heel footwear. 
• No pets are allowed on tour programs or in the Visitor Centre. Pets are allowed in the park and campground while on a leash and under their owner's control. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 
• No smoking is allowed on tours.

Meet at the Badlands trail head 15 minutes before your program. 

Grab your camera and join us on a journey to uncover paleontological secrets and savor the setting sun in the spectacular badlands. The dancing shadows and cooler temperatures are ideal for spotting local wildlife during this quieter park experience. Your guide will be present and eager to answer your wildlife and dinosaur questions during this more informal hike.

• The Golden Hour Hike is approximately a 2 hour program.
• The difficulty level of this tour is "easy-moderate" but it is not wheelchair accessible.
• This tour is for ages 14 years and up.
• The maximum capacity for this tour is 14 participants.
• Due to the variability of sunset times and diverse weather, we cannot guarantee that participants will be able to photograph the actual sunset.
• Please check times and dates online in the booking site.
• Please meet the park interpreter at the Badlands Trail head 10 minutes before your program.
• No smoking is allowed on tours. No pets are allowed on tours.
• If the backcountry of the park is not accessible due to rain on the day of the program, you will be refunded. Please phone and make arrangements for this. Call (403) 378-4344 for information. 

Meet at the Badlands trail head with your vehicle 15 minutes before your program.

Stomp back in time and learn about the marvelous Cretaceous creatures who once roamed these lands. Learn about the dinosaur enthusiasts who are uncovering the Mesozoic mysteries lying just beneath the hills. We will make a number of stops throughout the meandering valleys of the badlands on this family friendly hike.

• This 2 hour program is rated "easy" but be prepared for a short hike in the hot sun, mosquitoes, and sitting and kneeling on the ground. 
• The Family Rate can be applied to groups with up to 2 adults and up to 3 children or youth, for a maximum of 5 people. 
• Family Dino Stomp is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 18 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Footwear requirement: Sturdy closed toe and heel footwear is required. No sandals or flip-flops are allowed.
• Family Dino Stomp starts from the Badlands Trail head - you will be required to drive your own vehicle on gravel roads into the Natural Preserve in a car convoy. 
• All tours leave on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal. 

Join an Ironstone Chef to cook up some Cretaceous fun! Learn about the requirements and processes of fossilization all while creating some tasty desert delicacies. 

Family friendly, free program - around 1/2 hour. 

100 audience members, maximum. Please remember to stay 2m from people outside your cohort. Do not attend if you are feeling unwell. 

Book this program by calling 403-378-4342, or in-person at the Visitor Centre.

Meet at the Visitor Centre to pick up tickets 15 minutes before your program.

Join a park interpreter to learn about the importance of casting fossils, play games to learn about the dinosaurs that lived here 75 million years ago, and cast your very own fossil to take home with you! 

• This 1 hour program is an outdoor program - be prepared for the hot sun and mosquitoes. 
• Cretaceous Casts is highly recommended for families. Participants under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. 
• This program is wheelchair and stroller accessible. 
• There is a maximum capacity for 10 participants per program. 
• For your comfort and safety, please bring at least 1 litre of water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent.
• All Programs start on time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
• No smoking or pets allowed on tours. Please call ahead if you are bringing a service animal.