Dinosaur National Monument
Current Crowd Level
🟡Moderate
Some visitors, parking usually available
Best: Weekday mornings
150 million years ago, dinosaurs roamed here. Their fossils are still embedded in the rocks. Today, mountains, desert, and rivers flowing in canyons support a variety of life. Petroglyphs reveal the lives and connections of Indigenous people to this land. Homesteaders and outlaws found refuge here. Whether your passion is science, adventure, history, or scenery, Dinosaur offers much to explore.
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Entrance Fee
$25 per vehicle
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Permits
Not Needed
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Dogs
Not Allowed
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Accessibility
Limited
Accepted Passes
🦅America the Beautiful Pass
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