Dinosaur Valley State Park — Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about camping at Dinosaur Valley State Park. Updated for 2026.
How much does it cost to camp at Dinosaur Valley State Park?
Campsites at Dinosaur Valley State Park range from $12 to $20 per night, plus a $7/person daily entrance fee. Water + Electric (Dinosaur Flats): $20/night. Water + Electric (Cedar Brake): $20/night. Water Only (Bluff): $15/night. Walk-in Tent (Denio Creek): $12/night.
How far in advance can I book Dinosaur Valley State Park?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For popular weekends at Dinosaur Valley State Park, you'll want to book the moment the window opens — at midnight, exactly 5 months before your arrival date. Midweek stays are much easier to find.
How many campsites does Dinosaur Valley State Park have?
Dinosaur Valley State Park has 54 total sites. 19 Water + Electric sites in the Dinosaur Flats loop, 17 Water + Electric sites in the Cedar Brake loop, 7 Water Only sites in the Bluff loop, 11 Walk-in Tent sites in the Denio Creek loop.
What's the best campsite at Dinosaur Valley State Park?
It depends on what you're looking for. For Families: Sites 20-36 (Cedar Brake) — water + electric, closest to the main track sites and river access. For Privacy: Sites 44-54 (Denio Creek) — walk-in tent sites, more spread out and secluded. For RVs: Sites 1-19 (Dinosaur Flats) — water + electric, larger pads, near the park entrance. For Couples: Sites 37-43 (Bluff) — smaller sites on a rise above the river valley, nice views.
What should I bring to Dinosaur Valley State Park?
Essentials: tent or RV (depending on site type), sleeping bags, cooler with ice, firewood (can't collect wood in most Texas parks), sunscreen, bug spray, water bottles, and headlamps. Glen Rose is a small town with limited supplies — stock up before you arrive
When is the best time to visit Dinosaur Valley State Park?
March through October, with summer being busiest for families wanting to wade in the river. The best time to see dinosaur tracks is late summer and early fall when the river is lowest.
What if Dinosaur Valley State Park is sold out?
Use Camp.land to set a free availability alert. We scan ReserveAmerica every 10 minutes and notify you the instant a cancellation happens. People cancel all the time — especially midweek. You can also try walk-up sites on the day of arrival, but availability isn't guaranteed.
Does Dinosaur Valley State Park have shelters?
Dinosaur Valley State Park doesn't have traditional cabins, but offers Water + Electric, Water + Electric, Water Only, Walk-in Tent camping options.
Can I bring an RV to Dinosaur Valley State Park?
Yes. Water + Electric (Dinosaur Flats): max 19 sites, Water, 20/30-amp Electric. Water + Electric (Cedar Brake): max 17 sites, Water, 20/30-amp Electric. Check equipment length limits for your specific RV.
How far is Dinosaur Valley State Park from Austin?
Dinosaur Valley State Park is about 2 hr 45 min from downtown Austin. Located near Glen Rose, TX in the North Texas region.
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