Weather Alert: Snowfall and cold conditions are expected across Alberta. Check the weather forecast and 511 Alberta before heading out. Drive with caution and be prepared for changing conditions in our parks.
Weather Alert: Snowfall and cold conditions are expected across Alberta. Check the weather forecast and 511 Alberta before heading out. Drive with caution and be prepared for changing conditions in our parks.
Dinosaur Provincial Park is located 48 km northeast of Brooks, Alberta and is approximately a two hour drive from the Town of Drumheller and the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology. See Driving Instructions.
To view all park trails and difficulty classifications see our updated trail map.
Stay on designated trails and choose trails that match your hiking ability.
Green
Trails are suitable for most users in most conditions. These trails generally have a graveled surface, no/few stairs and do not have steep slopes.
Blue
Trails are moderately difficult. These trails may contain some steep sections or long sets of stairs. The trail surface is natural. To help maintain trails, prevent erosion, and keep you clean, these trails are not recommended when wet.
Black
Trails are adventurous/difficult. These trails contain steep sections and must be accessed by ladder. For your safety and to help maintain the trails, these trails are closed when wet.
Red Triangle
Trails are moderately difficult and closed when wet. These trails have long stairs and contain steep sections that can be dangerous when wet. For your safety and to help maintain the trails, these trails are closed when wet.
| Trail | Length | Season | Permitted Activities (Legend) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Paleo Preserve Trail
|
1.6 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Birds and Other Dinosaurs
|
2.5 Km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
Cottonwood Flats
|
1.5 km | Year-Round |
Wheelchair Accessible
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Fossil Display Connector
|
0.2 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
Nighthawk Walk
|
0.6 km one-way | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
UNESCO Overlook / Prairie Loop
|
0.5 km | Year-Round |
Wheelchair Accessible
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Sagebrush Connector
|
0.7 km | Year-Round |
Wheelchair Accessible
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Dino Discovery Trail
|
0.5 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
UNESCO Path
|
1.7 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Upper Cretaceous
|
0.9 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Valley View
|
0.3 km one-way | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Welcome Walk
|
1.2 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Time Travelers' Trails
|
1.7 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Stories in Stone
|
2.2 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
|
Prickly Pear Path
|
1.2 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
Extinction Expedition
|
1.0 km | Year-Round |
Hiking
|
Not Reported |
