Last updated: February 12, 2026
Discover Dinosaur
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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- Duration:
- 14 minutes, 39 seconds
River Reflections - Dinosaur National Monument's Official New Film! Welcome to Dinosaur National Monument where dinosaurs once roamed. Learn what fossils discovered here tell us about this landscape millions of years ago. Explore Dinosaur’s compelling cultural history from rock art created by Indigenous peoples to log cabins built by homesteaders in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Discover the Green and Yampa rivers which provide a laboratory for scientific study and wilderness journey.
See Dinosaur Fossils
Visitors can see over 1,500 dinosaur fossils exposed on the cliff face inside the Quarry Exhibit Hall.
River Rafting
Experience Dinosaur's remote canyons and wilderness by rafting on the Green or Yampa rivers.
Camping in Dinosaur
Six campgrounds are located in the monument to give you a variety of options.
Places to Go
Covering over 210,000 acres, Dinosaur National Monument offers a wealth of places to explore.
Take a Hike
Hiking is a great way to appreciate Dinosaur's scenery and rugged landscape. Miles of trails and cross-country opportunities exist.
See Petroglyphs
Dinosaur also preserves traces left by earlier peoples who inhabited the area. Several petroglyph sites are easily viewed.
Learn about Fossils
Paleontology is the study of ancient life. Fossils provide insight into the ancient life of the area.