Dinosaur Valley  in Texas State

Dinosaur Valley

With over 100 million years of history, it's easy to see why this place is considered a National Natural Landmark.

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Dinosaur Valley Details

With over 100 million years of history, it's easy to see why this place is considered a National Natural Landmark. It's home to a trail of footprints that were left by elephant-like Sauropods and three-toed Theropods. There are five different track sites where you can marvel at the footprints left by these prehistoric creatures. However, most of the tracks are located on the bed of the Paluxy River, which means it can be covered with water, sand, or mud during certain times of the year.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Dinosaur Valley

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0.3 mi away

Dinosaur Valley trail

Walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs along this fascinating trail in Dinosaur Valley State Park.

0.5 mi away

Dinosaur Valley State Park

Dinosaurs once walked along the Paluxy River.

15.7 mi away

Cleburne State Park

The spring-fed lake nestled in a thickly wooded forest is the highlight of this park.

26.1 mi away

Meridian State Park

Spend a beautiful day in nature when you visit this 500-acre state park in Meridian.

26.2 mi away

Bosque Trail

Unlike many other hiking trails in the area, this one is completely paved in asphalt and concrete.