We Bet You Didn’t Know That Wyoming Is Home To One Of The Only Dinosaur Tracksites In North America
Did you know that you can walk in the footprints of dinosaurs right here in Wyoming? While most of us have visited Fossil Butte at some point in our lives, the hidden Red Gulch Dinosaur Tracksite near Greybull is a place that’s so overlooked, it’s practically empty year-round.
The Red Gulch - Alkalai Scenic Byway is one of the most remote roads in Wyoming. If you embark on the journey, though, you'll experience the most incredible sight in the state.
Before you head out to find it, be sure to be prepared. Fill up the gas tank, check your tire pressure, and let someone know your itinerary. You can never be too careful heading in to the backcountry! Soon, you'll find yourself traveling back in time, too.
The tracksite is easy to access from the parking lot, so you won't have to worry about an exhausting hike or difficult to manage terrain. In fact, the way down into the gulch is a boardwalk trail.
How incredible is this? You can actually walk in the footprints of dinoaurs! Compare their tracks to your own, and you'll start to realize just how incredible and impressive these reptiles were.
There's nothing quite like walking around in dinosaur footprints, taking a glimpse back to the Prehistoric Age. Can you even imagine a time when dinosaurs roamed our beloved western state?
Learn more about the Red Gulch Dinosaur tracksite on the Bureau of Land Management website, and plan your visit for a warm time of year. You’ll want to pack a hat and sun protection, as the site is exposed to the elements and can get quite sunny.
Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: kmagaraci@onlyinyourstate.com
