Dinosaur Valley State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Open daily; hours not posted
- Entrance fee
- $8 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 53 campsites
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(254) 897-4588
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Trails & TracksCheck for updates. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 10 p.m. on Dec. 6 to noon on Dec. 10 • 10 p.m. on Jan. 10 to… (more)
Check for updates. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 10 p.m. on Dec. 6 to noon on Dec. 10 • 10 p.m. on Jan. 10 to noon on Jan. 14 Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates. Contact the park for more information. Reservations Recommended We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use. Reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center before you visit. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 1,650 acres, Dinosaur Valley State Park lies in Somervell County, about 13 miles south of Granbury.
The park supports horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, and biking. For overnight stays there are 53 campsites across 5 camping areas (RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers).
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Open daily (hours not posted) | ||
| Office | Not stated | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | — |
| Entrance gate | Daily | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Trails | Trails: Trails may be closed due to wet conditions or weather. Contact the park, or visit our Facebook page or Twitter feed, prior to arrival for current trail status and dinosaur track visibility. | ||
Official wording
Open daily.
Office: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Gate: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use. Reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center before you visit.
Trails: Trails may be closed due to wet conditions or weather. Contact the park, or visit our Facebook page or Twitter feed, prior to arrival for current trail status and dinosaur track visibility.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times and are not permitted in any buildings at Texas State Parks. Some parks restrict pets on certain trails.
Statewide rule from Texas's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult Day Use | $8 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult Day Use: $8 Daily • Child 12 Years and Under: Free
Texas park passes
- Texas State Parks Pass — $70 per year. Free entry for the holder and guests at the state parks it covers, plus camping and store discounts; a second pass for someone at the same address is $25 Details
- Texas Parklands Passport. Discounted or free entry for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and Gold Star family members Details
From the Texas state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- Recommended
- Camping
- Recommended
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites with Electricity No horses allowed in this area. Maximum trailer length in this area is 35 feet due to winding roads and trees. | 36 | Water hookup; Electric hookup; 30 amp hookupPicnic tableFire ring and/or grill | $26 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Walk-in) These sites don't have showers, restrooms, picnic tables or water. Located in the South Primitive Area. You must hike between 1/3 - 1/2 mile. The closest potable water is 1/3 - 1/2 mile away. No horses allowed in this area. | 8 | Fire ringLantern post | $18 Daily Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Hike-in) Hike between 1 and 2.5 miles across the river to campsites. You must wade the river to access these sites; if the river level is too high these sites may be unreachable. Contact the park at (254) 897-4588 to check on the river conditions. Water is available at the trailhead. None of these sites are within eyesight of each other. No horses are allowed in this area. Pets are allowed on a 6-foot or shorter leash and cannot be left unattended. These sites don't have showers, restrooms, picnic tables or water. We highly recommend arriving before dark if it's your first visit to these sites. | 7 | No WaterGround fires prohibitedNo Restrooms | $16 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Sauropod Group Camp (40 Person) Walk in 150 yards from the parking area. Drinking water is in the parking area. Restrooms with showers are about 400 yards away. This facility cannot be reserved online; call the group reservations line at (512) 389-8920. | 1 | Water nearbyFire ringLantern postThree picnic tables | $60 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Theropod Group Camp (20 Person) Walk in 150 yards from the parking area. Drinking water is in the parking area. Restrooms with showers are about 400 yards away. This facility cannot be reserved online; call the group reservations line at (512) 389-8920. | 1 | Water nearbyFire ringLantern postTwo picnic tables | $40 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingHikingHorseback ridingFishingMountain bikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Trails
Trails may be closed due to wet conditions or weather. Contact the park, or visit our Facebook page or Twitter feed, prior to arrival for current trail status and dinosaur track visibility.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Group facilities
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 1629 Park Rd 59
Glen Rose, TX 76043 - Nearest town
- Granbury — about 13 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 32.2462, -97.8134
- Phone
- (254) 897-4588
- Dinosaur.Valley@tpwd.texas.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Entrance gate: Daily 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TPWD state parks map (embedded park data)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: River at Dinosaur Valley State Park.jpg — Public domain (released by the author), user ChiSci
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology