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Dinosaur Park

940 Skyline Dr, Rapid City, SD 57702
605 394 4175
Ranked #20 of 30 attractions in Rapid City
4.0 of 5 stars 28 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Traveller Description: Seven life-size concrete replicas of monstrous prehistoric reptiles roam the outdoors in a park-like setting that divides Rapid City into east and... more »
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Fountain Valley, California
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

While traveling through South Dakota, we decided to stop at the park, just to enjoy some quirky sights along the way on the road. Quirky is probably pretty accurate. The dinosaurs all look quite content in their settings. My sister and I climbed on top of the triceratops and took some fun pictures. There's a great view of the valley!... More

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Worcester, UK
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70 reviews 70 reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

We visited Dinosaur Park early in the morning on our way out of Rapid City. It is a free park overlooking the town, and well worth a short visit if you are staying in the area. There are some concrete dinosaurs, and a gift shop which was not open when we visited, but we would have liked Dinosaur Park t-shirts. More

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Bismarck
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012
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As kids 25-30 years ago, no trip to Rapid City was complete without a trek up the stairs at Dinosaur Park. I only tell you this, because I have to attribute some of my favorable review to pure nostalgia. We've now taken our daughter there twice. She always enjoys climbing up the stairs, and then climbing around on the dinosaurs.... More

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Glenwood, Iowa
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012
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My trip back to Rapid City would not be compleat without a stop here. Its long walk up some tough stairs but the view is fantastic from up there!!! its a great drive into the hills to get there. if nothing else take the drive. the winding road is so much fun. More

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rapid city, sd
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94 reviews 94 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
77 helpful votes 77 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

Nice views of Rapid City, kids love the big dinosaurs, its free. More

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Ames, NE
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2011

Was very nostalgic to see the dinosaurs again. Last time was 50 years ago. They could use alittle green paint touch up though. More

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Rapid City, South Dakota
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2011
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fun for the kids an a good "out of the car for a few" walk. More

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Pelham, Alabama
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2011
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This park is free and only requires you to take a small amount of time as a side trip on your vacation. There are some stairs to climb, but it's not that bad. Take in the view from top, have fun and don't take it too seriously! More

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Florida
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 September 2011
1
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Ok, this is not the Natural Science Meauseam, but it is worth a visit. Wonderful views and kids can pan for treasures in the store. Snack bar on site a good value, so sit on the deck during a nice day a take in the views. More

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Chicago, Illinois
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2011
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It was just perfect b/c we didn't want to spend too much time on an attraction b/c we had a lot of driving to do. This was not only free, but easy to get to and the kids loved it. You only need about 15-30 minutes to see it all (including climbing). Highly recommended. Don't expect much, but it's for... More

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