Dinosaur Provincial Park
UNESCO-listed badlands and one of the richest dinosaur fossil sites on Earth.
About Dinosaur Provincial Park
In the Red Deer River valley about 48 km northeast of Brooks, these badlands have yielded dozens of dinosaur species and hundreds of specimens now displayed in museums worldwide. Guided tours, interpretive trails and a visitor centre bring the fossils to life.
A brief history
The park was established on June 27, 1955, during Alberta's 50th jubilee year, to protect the fossil beds. It was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979 for its remarkable fossil assemblage.
RV tips
- The park has a campground, booked through Alberta Parks. Summers are hot, so check your A/C.
- The road descends into the valley, so use a lower gear.
- Many fossil areas can only be entered on guided tours. Book ahead.
- Badlands clay turns slick when wet.
Before you go: Hours, road conditions, campground availability, passes and fire bans change. Check the official source below, 511 Alberta and Alberta Fire Bans before you travel. National parks need a Parks Canada pass, and Kananaskis needs a Conservation Pass.
Campgrounds nearby
- Dinosaur Campground (Alberta Parks, typical about $35/night)
Costs are approximate (checked October 2026). All Alberta campgrounds →
Sources & more information
Related trip planning: Alberta RV routes · Pre-trip checklist · Crown land camping