Whether you are a seasoned hiker or taking your first cautious steps, Dinosaur Valley State Park is an excellent destination for walkers of all abilities. Most trails are family friendly and range from quick excursions of less than an hour to longer tours.
At a quarter of a mile long and taking around 20 minutes each way, you will see the region's best plant life along this well-paved trail that is ideal for beginners and younger explorers. Take this short hike first as an introduction to the area.
One of the best spots for seeing dinosaur tracks, this trail passes along a different part of the Paluxy River. It's just under a mile long and takes about 30 minutes to complete.
Over a mile long and taking around 45 minutes, you can look out for the natural waterfalls lining this gorgeous path spanning Buckeye Creek.
Over 7.5 miles long and taking about 3.5 hours to finish, this is a great trail for spending the afternoon exploring the perimeter of the park and admiring the limestone ridges.
The kids will have an awesome time exploring dinosaur country, which is about as close to Jurassic Park as you can get! The group can also embark on other adventures in and around the park. Dinosaur Valley State Park cabins place you at the heart of the action.
Those interested in seeing the park's current living residents will have a great time bird watching on these guided tours. They take place in the morning and are free with your park entrance fee, with no need to register beforehand.
A knowledgeable guide will introduce you to the science of palaeontology and explain the area's significance in the field. Perhaps this will spark a new passion for science amongst your kids.
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