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Dinosaur Attractions in Maryland

Dinosaur Park

13100 Mid-Atlantic Boulevard, Laurel, MD 20708, USA

What to Expect

Get your hands dirty and make a real discovery at Dinosaur Park! This unique park is an active fossil site where you can join paleontologists and search for 115-million-year-old fossils. It’s an unforgettable adventure for aspiring scientists and dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages.

The Prehistoric Experience

Dinosaur Park is a genuine fossil site containing remains from the Early Cretaceous period. Visitors can search for and uncover real fossils, including those of Astrodon johnstoni, the state dinosaur of Maryland. The park provides a rare opportunity for the public to participate in paleontological discovery.

Hours: The fossil site is open to the public on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The garden and play area are open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Jurassic Golf & Arcade

331 Baltimore Pike, Suite 8, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA

What to Expect

Escape into a glowing prehistoric world at Jurassic Golf & Arcade! This indoor blacklight mini-golf course will transport you to a land of neon dinosaurs and exciting challenges. After your game, continue the fun in their arcade with a variety of games for all ages.

The Prehistoric Experience

Jurassic Golf & Arcade is an indoor, 18-hole blacklight miniature golf course with a dinosaur theme. The course features animated dinosaurs, fossils, CGI effects, and stereo sound effects.

Hours: Wednesday & Thursday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Friday & Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Monday & Tuesday: Closed

Maryland Science Center

601 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA

What to Expect

Unleash your inner paleontologist at the Maryland Science Center’s ‘Dinosaur Mysteries’ exhibit! Journey back in time and walk among colossal skeletons, dig for fossils, and unravel the secrets of the prehistoric world in a thrilling, hands-on environment perfect for the whole family.

The Prehistoric Experience

The ‘Dinosaur Mysteries’ exhibit features more than a dozen full-size dinosaur skeletons and casts, including a Tyrannosaurus Rex and Maryland’s state dinosaur, the Astrodon. Visitors can participate in a mock paleontological dig to uncover an Iguanodon skeleton.

Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday: Closed

Nick’s Dino Golf & Mining Company

12407 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA

What to Expect

Step back in time at Nick’s Dino Golf & Mining Company! This exciting course features impressive dinosaurs and cascading waterfalls. After your game, try your luck at the mining company and uncover hidden gems and fossils for a truly dino-mite day of fun.

The Prehistoric Experience

This is a dinosaur-themed miniature golf course with realistic dinosaur figures and two waterfalls. The attraction also includes a mining company where visitors can pan for gems and fossils.

Hours: Generally open daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM during peak season; hours may vary, so it is best to check the website.

Nick’s Jurassic Golf & Ropes Course

2009 Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA

What to Expect

Prepare for a Jurassic adventure at Nick’s Jurassic Golf & Ropes Course! Putt your way through a prehistoric landscape filled with realistic dinosaurs, then take on the thrilling ropes course that towers above. It’s a perfect combination of fun and challenge for the entire family.

The Prehistoric Experience

This attraction features an 18-hole miniature golf course with a Jurassic theme, complete with large, realistic dinosaur models. There is also a ropes course situated above the dinosaur-themed mini-golf.

Hours: Generally open daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM during peak season; hours may vary, so it is best to check the website.

Old Pro Golf – Prehistoric Dinosaur Mini Golf

6801 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA

What to Expect

A classic Ocean City tradition, Old Pro Golf’s Prehistoric Dinosaur course is a must-do for families! Encounter giant, colorful dinosaurs as you navigate a fun and challenging course. For year-round fun, head inside to their Undersea Adventure course!

The Prehistoric Experience

This location features an outdoor prehistoric-themed miniature golf course with large, mechanized dinosaur figures and other prehistoric creatures set amidst creative and challenging holes.

Hours: Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Indoor course is open year-round.

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