Dinosaur Valley State Park map & trails
Official Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) maps for Dinosaur Valley, a Texas state park. Toggle between the park overview map and trails map for hiking, camping, and lake access. Visit the official park page for entrance fees, passes, and reservations. Browse all Texas state parks.
- Type:
- State Park
- Region:
- North Texas
- Coordinates:
- 32.2462, -97.8134
Paluxy River at Dinosaur Valley State Park
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Trails at Dinosaur Valley
Dinosaur Valley has about 22.7 mi of TPWD-mapped trails across 13 named routes, used for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Order matches the live map trail list — typical visitor favorites first. Trail colors match the map. Distances come from official Texas Parks and Wildlife trail geometry. Conditions and closures can change, so confirm on the park page before you go.
- Mapped miles:
- 22.7 mi
- Named trails:
- 13
- Uses:
- Hiking, biking, and horseback riding
- Paluxy River Trail2.1 mi · Hiking/Biking
Paluxy River Trail is a 2.1-mile trail for hiking and biking at Dinosaur Valley. It follows the river corridor.
- Overlook Trail0.5 mi · Hiking
Overlook Trail is a 0.5-mile hiking trail at Dinosaur Valley. The name points to a scenic overlook or viewpoint.
- Discovery Loop0.1 mi · Hiking
Discovery Loop is a 0.1-mile hiking loop at Dinosaur Valley. The loop returns toward its start, so you can complete a circuit.
- Monarch Trail0.5 mi · Hiking/Biking
Monarch Trail is a 0.5-mile trail for hiking and biking at Dinosaur Valley. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Oak Springs Trail0.3 mi · Hiking/Biking
Oak Springs Trail is a 0.3-mile trail for hiking and biking at Dinosaur Valley. It follows a creek, bayou, or spring corridor.
- Rocky Ridge Trail1.0 mi · Hiking/Biking
Rocky Ridge Trail is a 1.0-mile trail for hiking and biking at Dinosaur Valley. It follows a ridge line.
- Limestone Ledge Trail1.6 mi · Hiking
Limestone Ledge Trail is a 1.6-mile hiking trail at Dinosaur Valley. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Buckeye Trail1.5 mi · Hiking/Biking
Buckeye Trail is a 1.5-mile trail for hiking and biking at Dinosaur Valley. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Denio Trail1.7 mi · Hiking/Biking
Denio Trail is a 1.7-mile trail for hiking and biking at Dinosaur Valley. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Black-capped Vireo Trail2.7 mi · Hiking/Biking
Black-capped Vireo Trail is a 2.7-mile trail for hiking and biking at Dinosaur Valley. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
- Cedar Brake Outer Loop Trail7.5 mi · Hiking/Biking
Cedar Brake Outer Loop Trail is a 7.5-mile hiking and biking loop at Dinosaur Valley. The loop returns toward its start, so you can complete a circuit. Give yourself a longer visit if you want to cover the full mapped length.
- Horseshoe Equestrian Trail3.2 mi · Hiking/Equestrian
Horseshoe Equestrian Trail is a 3.2-mile trail for hiking and horseback riding at Dinosaur Valley. It is part of the park’s horseback network. Give yourself a longer visit if you want to cover the full mapped length.
- Amphitheater Trail< 0.1 mi · Hiking
Amphitheater Trail is a short hiking trail at Dinosaur Valley. Match this color on the live map to follow the full mapped line.
Dinosaur Valley — frequently asked questions
Where can I find the official map for Dinosaur Valley?
This page links to official TPWD park and trails PDF maps for Dinosaur Valley, a Texas state park. Use the map toggle above to view the park overview and trails, then download the PDF for hiking, camping, and lake or trail access.
Do I need a reservation or pass to visit Dinosaur Valley?
Most Texas state parks charge a day-use entrance fee and can fill up on busy weekends and holidays, so reserving ahead is recommended. Confirm current entrance fees, hours, and reservation requirements for Dinosaur Valley on the official TPWD park website linked on this page.
What can I do at Dinosaur Valley?
Dinosaur Valley is a Texas state park managed by Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD). Activities vary by season and water levels — check the park and trails maps here for trailheads and access points, and the official TPWD page for current conditions and closures.
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