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Dinosaur Provincial Park

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Dinosaur Provincial Park · Alberta

what 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

Hookups & power

Dump station

At the campground

Drinking waterLaundryCamp storeFirewoodRestaurantFire pitsPicnic shelter

Recreation

PlaygroundBoat launchRec hall

Access & policies

Winter camping

find more: campgrounds with playgrounds near here → ·campgrounds with showers near here →

the campsites

Total sites

119

Power at sites

up to 30A

Group sites

yes

Toilets

flush toilets

Showers

yes

things to do here

Activities you can do at Dinosaur Provincial Park.

HikingCanoeing & kayakingWildlife viewingGeocaching

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.

what to know

Updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

Operational Service Change: Campsite Renumbering – Check Maps Before Booking

Alberta Parks has this advisory posted for the park. Effective November 17, 2025 - Until Further Notice. Affects: Dinosaur Campground, Dinosaur Group Use, Dinosaur Provincial Park, Dinosaur Wall Tent Comfort Camping. Check the official advisory for the current status before you travel. Alberta Parks advisory →

When you can reserve

Reservable through Alberta Parks. Individual campsites open on a rolling 90-day window that advances daily at 9am MT (comfort camping and group sites: 180 days). Alberta Parks reservation details →

other campgrounds nearby

Other places to stay within 25 km.

North Campground Public campground · 2.4 km · Google Maps ↗
Dinosaur Campground, Dinosaur Provincial Park Public campground · 2.5 km · Google Maps ↗
South Campground Public campground · 2.5 km · Google Maps ↗
Dinosaur Provincial Park Private campground · 5.4 km · Google Maps ↗

Plus 1 user-tagged dispersed site on OpenStreetMap — often genuine wild-pitches; check access rights before relying on one.

Page generated 2026-07-12. Sources: Camis reservation system. Neighbourhood joins 4 named anchors.