Plan Your Visit
Explore Dinosaur Ridge
Plan your visit by exploring Dinosaur Ridge’s fossil trail, visitor centers, exhibits, and guided experiences located just west of Denver near Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre.
Main Visitor Center
Tours, exhibits, trail access, and visitor information.
Deep Time Detour
An immersive prehistoric Colorado exhibition at Dinosaur Ridge.
Guided Tours
Bus tours, walking tours, special programs, and field trips.
Locations & Parking
Main Visitor Center
- Off Alameda Parkway
- Main trail access
- Tours & ticketing
- Free parking available
Martin G. Lockley
Discovery Center
- Red Rocks Entrance 1
- Free parking available
Visitor Information
Hours & Tickets
- Open daily
- Buy tickets online or in person
- SNAP/EBT/WIC pricing available in person only
Before You Arrive
- Trail surfaces can become extremely hot during summer months.
- Bring water and sunscreen
- No shade along trail areas
- Picnic tables available
- Restrooms at both visitor centers
Accessibility & Dog Policy
Accessibility Questions?
Please email accessibility@dinoridge.org with questions in advance of your visit.
Dog Policy
- Dogs allowed on outdoor trail areas
- Dogs are not permitted indoors or on buses
- Service dogs are always welcome
Full Sun Warning: Hot Pavement, No Shade or Water
Trail pavement can become extremely hot during summer months. There is no shade or water along the trail.