Dinosaur Valley State Park Camping
in May

Booking Dinosaur Valley State Park in May

Most Texas state park overnight camping and lodging reservations can be made up to five months in advance. Confirm the current reservation schedule for your accommodation and dates with Texas Parks and Wildlife.

Texas Parks and Wildlife reservation guidance · Checked 2026-09-07.

What to Expect in May

Warm; the river and tracks draw crowds and Memorial Day weekend sells out.

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
• ✓20+ miles of hiking and mountain biking trails
• ✓Blue Hole swimming area — a deep natural pool in the river
• ✓Junior Ranger programs for kids

Tips

• →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
• →The main track sites are a short walk from the parking area — accessible for all ages
• →Bring water shoes — the riverbed is slippery limestone
• →Glen Rose is a small town with limited supplies — stock up before you arrive