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 $16 to $26 per night, plus a $8/person daily entrance fee. Water + Electric (): $26/night. Walk-in Tent (): $18/night. Primitive Hike-in (): $16/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 8 a.m., 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 51 total sites. 36 Water + Electric sites in the loop, 8 Walk-in Tent sites in the loop, 7 Primitive Hike-in sites in the loop.
What's the best campsite at Dinosaur Valley State Park?
It depends on what you're looking for. For Families: Book the campsites with electricity first — they have water, power, picnic tables and fire rings, and they go fastest in summer. For Privacy: The hike-in primitive sites offer the most solitude, but you have to cross the river and hike 1–2.5 miles to reach them. For RVs: The electric/water sites are your only RV option; keep trailers under 35 feet because of the winding, tree-lined campground roads. For Couples: The walk-in primitive sites are a short carry from the parking area and far quieter than the electric loop, with just a fire ring and lantern post.
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 official booking systems 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, Walk-in Tent, Primitive Hike-in camping options.
Can I bring an RV to Dinosaur Valley State Park?
Yes. Water + Electric (): max 36 sites, Water, 30-amp electric; picnic table, fire ring/grill (35-ft trailer max). 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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