Dinosaur Valley State Park Camping
in December
Booking Dinosaur Valley State Park in December
December is a very low-crowd month at Dinosaur Valley State Park. Cold, quiet — great for solitude. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for December dates, that window opens in July. Walk-up availability is often possible this month, but setting an alert guarantees you get the best site.
What to Expect in December
Temperatures run 32-52°F at Dinosaur Valley State Park in December. 32-52°F_ADVICE
Best activities: hiking, wildlife viewing, stargazing.
Park Highlights
- ✓Real dinosaur tracks preserved in the Paluxy River riverbed — 113 million years old
- ✓Swimming and wading in the Paluxy River
- ✓Two life-size fiberglass dinosaur models from the 1964 World's Fair
Tips for December
- →Dinosaur tracks are most visible when the river is low — check conditions before your trip
- →After heavy rains the tracks may be underwater, but the swimming gets better
Common Questions
Is Dinosaur Valley State Park crowded in December?
December sees very low crowds at Dinosaur Valley State Park. Cold, quiet — great for solitude.
When do reservations open for December?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For December, the booking window opens in July. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.
What should I pack for December camping?
For December at Dinosaur Valley State Park (32-52°F): 32-52°F_ADVICE
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December at a Glance
- Weather
- 32-52°F
- Crowds
- Very Low
- Campsites
- 54
- Activities
- hiking