Dinosaur Valley State Park
Dinosaur tracks from 110 million years ago are preserved in the Paluxy River bed at Glen Rose. You can walk the river stones to see the footprints up close.
Dinosaur Valley State Park is in Glen Rose, about an hour southwest of Fort Worth. Limestone in the Paluxy River bed preserves tracks from early Cretaceous theropod dinosaurs and giant sauropods. It is one of the most famous dinosaur trackway sites in the world. When the water is low, you can wade out to the main track sites, where the prints are clearly visible. The park also offers hiking, camping, swimming spots, and two large dinosaur sculptures. Admission is about $7. Check the official website for water levels before you go. It is often combined with a visit to the nearby Fossil Rim Wildlife Center.
Opening hours
8:00 AM–10:00 PM (daytime recommended for footprint sites)
Nearby sights
- Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
- Fort Worth Zoo
- National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame
- Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
- Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge
- Fort Worth Botanic Garden
- Amon Carter Museum of American Art
- Kimbell Art Museum