Photo: Alberta Parks Dinosaur Provincial Park
ab parks inside Dinosaur Provincial Parkwhat to expect
Nestled in the heart of Alberta’s badlands, Dinosaur Provincial Park is home to one of the richest dinosaur fossil sites in the world. In recognition of the exceptional abundance and diversity of dinosaur and other vertebrate fossils, the largest and most spectacular area of badlands in Canada, and the unique riparian (riverside) habitat, this special place was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Over 500 different species of life from tiny fern spores to frogs and birds have been recorded, including 58 dinosaur species. Come learn about the natural history of Dinosaur Provincial Park and see some of the fossils for yourself at the Visitors Centre. Join a guided excavation, try casting fossils or get out and enjoy a hike on one of our amazing trails. There is lots to offer for…
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the basics
The campsites
Things to do nearby
Within 5 km — trails, viewpoints, beaches, boat launches you can reach without packing up camp.
Plus 1 user-tagged boat launch, 1 user-tagged viewpoint, 1 user-tagged beach on OpenStreetMap — visible as pins on the map below.
Water + services
- Nearest dump station — dump station node/8951296222
- Nearest potable water
what to bring
This list adapts to Dinosaur Provincial Park. no showers means a travel towel;
If Dinosaur Provincial Park is full
Other places to stay within 25 km.
Plus 1 user-tagged dispersed site on OpenStreetMap — often genuine wild-pitches; check access rights before relying on one.