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Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway
This impressive 512-mile journey loops through the Western Slope before crossing state lines over to Utah.
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Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway Details
This impressive 512-mile journey loops through the Western Slope before crossing state lines over to Utah. Not only will you be treated to fantastic forest and mountain landscapes, but you will also get the chance the learn more about dinosaurs that roamed these lands 150 million years ago. Most travelers use this route to visit the Dinosaur National Monument, a 200,000-acre region with fossils, bones, and tracks. On the Colorado side, you can also stop by other museums like Dinosaur Journey Museum and Dinosaur Hill. Utah also boasts a few unique dinosaur-related attractions, like the Utah State University Eastern Prehistoric Museum and the Cleveland-Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry.
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