Dinosaur Provincial Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of North America's richest dinosaur fossil sites, where guided fossil hikes through the dramatic badlands are available.
Dinosaur Provincial Park was inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 1979. About 50 dinosaur species have been unearthed here, with hundreds of skeletons, many of which are displayed at the Royal Tyrrell Museum. The park has several self-guided trails and viewpoints. The highlights are guided fossil hikes into the protected area and bus tours led by guides. These must be booked in advance on the official website. The park is about 170 km (roughly 2 hours' drive) from Drumheller, and it is usually visited as a day trip or with overnight camping in the park. Summers are scorching, so bring sunscreen and plenty of water.
Opening hours
All day; visitor center approx. 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site
- East Coulee School Museum
- Hoodoos Trail
- Hoodoos Trail (Drumheller)
- Star Mine Suspension Bridge
- Wayne & Last Chance Saloon
- World's Largest Dinosaur
- Canadian Badlands Passion Play