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Dinosaur Park

940 Skyline Dr, Rapid City, SD 57702
605 394 4175
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Ranked #14 of 26 attractions in Rapid City
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Traveler 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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Joliet, Illinois
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17 reviews 17 reviews
9 attraction reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Just wanted to see what this park was about. It's free but be prepared to walk up a bunch of stairs. The kids will love it and the view was fabulous

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Ocala, Florida
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17 reviews 17 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

It's free...gives you an awesome view of the city from atop the hill....steps are pretty steep...dinosaurs are kind of cool especially if you have little ones that are in to dinosaurs.

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Independence, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

I am so glad we went to Dinosaur Park. The views were beautiful. You could basically see Rapid City in it's entirety. The dinosaurs were fun for kids (and adults) to climb upon. I definitely recommend visitors to put this on their "to do" list!

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Anywhere,USA
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71 reviews 71 reviews
23 attraction reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
56 helpful votes 56 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

You can see this place from virtually any place in town. So you should stop by. It is a fun drive up Skyline Drive and the views are awesome. Kids love the dinosaurs. Gift shop is average and not always open, but worth stopping in if you have time. Steps can be tricky, but that just adds to its charm.... More

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Rapid City, South Dakota
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21 attraction reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2013

This iconic place in Rapid City can be seen from everywhere in town. It has a bunch of giant dinosaurs for kids to play on, and its free!

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Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2013

It is a must see for your first visit to Rapid City. Located in the gap on top of the hill. Prepare to walk about many steps in order to get to the park. However the view is great and the kids always have a blast.

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Washington, Iowa
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17 reviews 17 reviews
15 attraction reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2013

It's a small park, but on a very big hill. We went on Christmas, it was not closed if you were there before 10pm. We drove past the park as high as we could get, and it was dark and the city lights looked amazing. You have to be careful in winter with snow/ice as you do have to climb... More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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130 helpful votes 130 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2012

Dinosaur Park was my first stop in Rapid City. I had just flown in from the East Coast for a vacation in the Black Hills. I picked up a rental car and, yes, I headed for Dinosaur Park. Except for size, the concrete dinosaurs aren't much to marvel at, but I didn't come here for the dinosaurs. From its vantage... More

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Modesto, California
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22 reviews 22 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2012

Sad it was closed for the winter but did see the big dinosaurs amazing how big there were. Nice view of Rapid city

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2012

OK, the dinos are hilarious and the view is spectacular (definitely not for those who fear heights). I'm not really sure what else to say. It's amazing to me that this is part of the WPA. There is a little visitor's center/cafeteria, but it was closed by the time my husband and I made it up there, so I can't... More

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