When it comes to choosing the most unique park in Connecticut, this place takes the cake hands down! Forget about feeling like you’re in another land, how about feeling like you’re in an entirely different era? History really comes alive at this larger than life park. So grab your walking shoes and a camera because you’re about to embark on an adventure!

Please note, The Dinosaur Place is temporarily closed. 

The Dinosaur Place in Oakdale takes you on a prehistoric adventure!
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The short 1.5-mile nature trail has pristine walking paths and over 40 life sized recreations of jurassic giants. Encompassing 60 acres of woodlands, being outside has never been so much fun!
You never know which dinosaurs you'll stumble upon.
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While some dinosaurs are simply statues, others are animatronic, and will rustle in the trees or make sounds to help you find them. Kids will light up when they discover one, and adults will love the way Jurassic Park has been reimagined here.

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There's even a volcano that actually erupts!
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If you feel the ground shaking beneath you then you're probably at Raptor Bay. Every hour on the hour this volcano shakes, quakes and erupts with water. So you might get wet!
Not to mention the lovely views.
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Stand beneath giant dinosaurs more than forty feet in height as you look out over the water! Be on the look out for a turtle sunbathing along the path and other animals that call the trails their home.
Venture deeper into the woods to sneak up on dinosaurs in their natural habitat.
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You'll feel like you're on a real life safari! Stations along the trails will tell you the names of the dinosaurs you see and offer hands on activities where you can touch dinosaur teeth, seashells, and more!

Check out this short promo video for a closer look at the real life Jurassic Park, right here in Connecticut! The Dinosaur Place in Oakdale is a truly once in a lifetime experience you don’t want to miss! If you loved this unique park then you’ll love the Dinosaur Arboretum and the real life dino tracks! Share your adventure photos with us on Instagram @onlyinconnecticut to have them featured!

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