Prehistoric Gardens
Prehistoric Gardens
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One of the most unique tourist attractions on the Oregon Coast, the Prehistoric Gardens is great for young and old alike. Just 17 miles north of Gold Beach lies an untouched prehistoric garden complete with 23 life size dinosaurs set among a lush 300 year old Oregon rainforest. The self-guided tour allows you to casually stroll along the path and discover what the Earth was like millions of years ago. Family owned and operated since 1955, this eco-friendly attraction is a must see! Pet-Friendly! Dogs are allowed to take the tour for FREE as long as they are on a leash.
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Idaho13 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
Overpriced for a 20-30 minute walk the forest with dinosaur statues. Our young kids are really into dinosaurs right now, so we took a chance on this. Unfortunately they were bored. Next time I would rather go the zoo up the road instead.
Written July 16, 2023
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Tara T
Portland, OR32 contributions
May 2021
I was expecting that Prehistoric Gardens would be oriented toward children and I'd be bored. Boy, was I wrong! It's a fascinating AND educational walk with easy to read signage that describe not only dinosaur history, but plant life as well. Because you're immersed in a lush forest with life-sized animals it feels as if you've actually gone back in time and at any moment the dinosaurs will come back to life! We went on a Sunday and it was uncrowded so we could meander at our own pace no having to worry about other people's pace. I bought a quartz crystal at the small, but cute giftshop. The only complaint was the walk was too short!
Written May 31, 2021
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tumbleweedchris
Richland, WA1,013 contributions
May 2023
Prehistoric Gardens is a great roadside attraction on a coastal drive that lacks these sorts of wacky tourist draws. I've been to many a dino attraction and this one is definitely on the smaller side. Folks should know that you will likely spend under an hour here. Despite that, this is one of the best landscape settings of any dino attraction I've been to and is also one of the best maintained. The old growth landscape and ferns fits well with the statues. The branded merchandise is also a nice plus with some vintage tones. I recommend this to lovers of roadside America. Just know that you are paying for a short yet high quality experience. If you are ok with that, then you should have a good time.
Written May 7, 2023
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Sherpa797462
6 contributions
Jul 2021
Although it might look cheesy from the highway, this is a wonderful dinosaur ranch in the rain forest. I really enjoy bringing visitors here, and I learn something new every time. Extremely well done, and fun for both kids and adults.
Written September 25, 2021
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Karen S
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Mar 2021 • Family
Ok, this review is based on my experiences in the early '60's when I was between 7 and 10 years old. I didn't have an option that allowed me to select the correct date. A family with 6 children and we have all remembered this with much fondness. There's a freedom at this place that made us all so comfortable; none of the"Don't Touch! " stuff that is at most attractions. It's great to see it with dinos that weren't there yet when I was young. If you want to take a trip that create lifelong memories, take your children to see the Prehistoric Gardens!
Written February 3, 2022
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China Cat
4 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
Trip advisor says dog friendly but it’s not. Drove 20 minutes to go and was told sorry, service animals only. Lady at the counter could have told us that there were hiking trails just up the road, but no.
Written July 10, 2020
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Patricia M
Newport, OR17 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Please stop at this gem in Southern Oregon a hour and a half away from the Redwoods. It’s clean, Oregon’s rain forest and dinosaurs. I felt like I was living with the dinosaurs and you could hear the ocean in the background cause it’s so quite. It’s stroller friendly my son is 15 months.
Written July 18, 2021
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Jonathan H
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Aug 2020
I remember going to this for the first time when I was 7 or 8, I have been back MANY times. I took MY kids and they loved it. the path is easy to navigate, the Dinosaurs are really wonderfully taken care of. If you are in the area you should go!
Written March 23, 2021
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Deborah Q
Salem, OR95 contributions
Apr 2021
We thought this was going to be the stereotype cheesy roadside attraction. We are in our mid 60's and had a blast, nice little walk around some beautify ferns, moss plants and trees all typical rainforest items. Dinosaurs looked like they were home. Took our time but could easily be covered in 15 minute's. We bought tickets with Groupon so was not to bad of a price for a little walk, imagination adventure.
Written April 16, 2021
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eliz375
Las Vegas, NV284 contributions
Jul 2022
I finally stopped. I never stopped before because it just seems like roadside kitsch, but I needed to stretch my legs and was in the mood for kitsch. Is the place a little cheesy? Yes. A little pricey? That, too. But I'm glad I stopped. The signs along the way are informative and it was a nice little walk and cool bit of forest to take in. I'm glad I finally gave the place a chance.
Written July 26, 2022
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Is there anywhere to park a truck attached to a 36 foot travel trailer so that we can stop here and enjoy the Prehistoric Gardens attractions? We are moving campsites from Florence to Brookings and would like to just stop by here for a few hours on our way. Need to see if the parking lot is big enough to accommodate us.
Written April 13, 2022
I'd like to turn this small attraction into a 2 or 3 day getaway for my family. Where should stay? What other attractions are nearby?
Written July 19, 2019
We stayed in Lincoln City since it was a central location to get to many of the major sites along the coast.
Written July 19, 2019
$12.00 for adults $8.00 for children
Written March 4, 2015
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