Utahraptor State Park: Utah’s New Dinosaur Capital
Utahraptor State Park opened in May 2025 as the newest addition to Utah’s state park system. Located roughly 15 miles north of Moab, this park spans 7,466 acres and protects one of the largest dinosaur bone beds in North America. With events and exhibits, prime stargazing and fossil-hunting, a wide network of trails and two campgrounds with modern facilities, Utahraptor State Park is a great family-friendly destination to add to your itinerary if you’re planning to visit the nearby Arches and Canyonlands national parks.
Be sure to keep food within arm’s reach or locked in a vehicle, and dispose of trash or pack it out. This helps prevent wild animals from becoming dependent on human food.
