Explore the Mill Canyon Dinosaur Trail
FamilyEasySpringFall
Walk amidst genuine dinosaur bones still embedded in rock, offering a unique opportunity to see paleontological discoveries in situ.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for approximately 45 minutes to an hour to complete the 1.8-mile interpretive loop at a leisurely pace.
- 2Access the trailhead via Highway 191 and turn onto Mill Canyon Road, making sure to use a high-clearance vehicle if recent rains have rutted the dirt path.
- 3Bring a physical or digital copy of the Bureau of Land Management interpretive guide to help identify specific Allosaurus and Stegosaurus bones in the rock face.
- 4Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring more water than you think you need, as the trail is entirely exposed with no natural shade.
- 5Visit the nearby Mill Canyon Dinosaur Tracksite afterward to see fossilized footprints, which is located just a short drive from the bone trail.
- 6Respect all federal laws by viewing fossils strictly with your eyes; taking or touching any specimens is strictly prohibited and carries heavy fines.
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