About This Playground
🌳 Dinosaur Playground is a unique prehistoric-themed playground in Montana featuring life-sized dinosaur sculptures, interactive fossil dig areas, and educational elements about Montana's rich paleontological history.
Visitor Experience: Visitors consistently rate Dinosaur Playground highly, with particular praise for the educational value, unique dinosaur structures, and clean facilities. Most reviews mention it's a must-visit attraction for families with dinosaur-loving children.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
Davis Ln, Bozeman, MT 59718, USA
Phone
(406) 582-3178
+1 406-582-3178
Coordinates
45.69501, -111.08477
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.
Playground Features
Age Suitability
Suitable for children ages 2-12, with separate areas designed for toddlers (2-5) and older children (5-12).
Equipment Available
Dinosaur-shaped climbing structures, fossil dig sandpits, triceratops slide, T-Rex swing set, pterodactyl zip line, spinning meteor seats, and educational fossil identification panels.
Shaded Areas
Multiple shade structures designed like prehistoric trees and several mature trees providing natural shade throughout the playground area.
Seating For Parents
Numerous benches shaped like fossils and logs positioned throughout the playground with good visibility of play areas.
Restroom Availability
Clean restroom facilities located near the entrance with changing tables in both men's and women's restrooms.
Drinking Fountains
Four dinosaur-themed drinking fountains with bottle filling stations distributed throughout the park.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
Fully enclosed playground with decorative fossil-patterned fencing and two gated entrances/exits.
Surface Material
Impact-absorbing rubber mulch in fall zones with packed sand in fossil dig areas and rubber surfacing under major equipment.
Ada Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible paths to all major attractions with ramps to elevated platforms and sensory play elements at wheelchair height.
Cleanliness Maintenance
Daily cleaning schedule with staff present during peak hours; equipment inspected weekly for safety and maintenance issues.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
Free parking lot with 50 spaces including 4 accessible spots directly adjacent to the playground entrance.
Pet Policy
Dogs allowed in surrounding park areas but not within the fenced playground area, except for service animals.
Bike Racks
Dinosaur-shaped bike racks with capacity for 20 bicycles located near both entrance gates.
Nearby Food Options
Seasonal concession stand offering snacks and drinks; picnic area with 10 tables; several family restaurants within walking distance.
Sports Areas
Open field for games adjacent to the playground, basketball court with dinosaur-themed backboards.
Walking / Biking Trails Nearby
Connected to a 2-mile paved nature trail that features informational signs about local geology and paleontology.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
Active social media presence with hundreds of user photos showcasing children enjoying the dinosaur features.
Recent Reviews
Recent visitors highlight the educational value and uniqueness compared to standard playgrounds, with special mention of the fossil dig area.
Crowd Levels
Busiest on weekends and during summer months; weekday mornings typically less crowded.
Special Events
Monthly 'Dino Discovery Days' featuring local paleontologists, annual 'Prehistoric Festival' with educational activities and special attractions.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
Free admission to the playground and surrounding park.
Space For Groups
Designated group area with 3 large shelters that can be reserved for birthday parties and school field trips.
Nature Connection
Native plant garden with species from the Cretaceous period, interpretive signs explaining local geology and prehistoric Montana environment.
Noise Level
Moderate during peak times; the spacious layout helps dissipate noise.
Aesthetic Design
Immersive prehistoric theme with attention to scientific accuracy in dinosaur reproductions, earth-tone color scheme, and faux rock formations.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Park rangers patrol regularly during open hours, security cameras at entrance points.
Rules Restrictions
No climbing on dinosaur sculptures, adult supervision required for children under 8, no glass containers, no smoking within park boundaries.
First Aid Availability
First aid station at park office with trained staff during operating hours, emergency call box located centrally in the playground.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
Weekly storytime featuring dinosaur-themed books, monthly fossil identification workshops, summer paleontology day camp for kids.
Social Interaction
Design encourages collaborative play with multi-user dinosaur dig sites and team-based fossil hunting activities.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
Rainwater collection system used for irrigation, native drought-resistant plants throughout the landscape.
Renewable Energy
Solar panels power the playground lighting and water features, educational displays about renewable energy.
Walkability Bike Access
Connected to city bike path network, pedestrian-friendly design with clear walking routes from nearby neighborhoods.
Reviews
Michael Bundy
4 months ago
What a great playground. Whoever designed it did a wonderful job.
View on GoogleAmanda Alke
5 months ago
We love this park and typically spend at least an hour here. The porta-potties are generally well maintained and there’s plenty of parking. It also has a split section for toddlers.
View on GoogleDennis Sandstrom
6 years ago
Cool playground for kids of all ages with a fun dinosaur theme. They have a toddler area, plenty of slides and swings, a fossil sand pit and a whole lot more! They even have a covered picnic area.
View on GoogleCarl Lange
a year ago
We had a fun but brief visit with our children here while in the city on our way to the airport. There is a nice park that this sits in, but be warned they do not having public bathrooms nearby. I feel like this is important to have in the future, but understand with it being a newer park that seems to still be in the process of being built.
View on GoogleHannah Gray
5 years ago
This place was so fun. We were taking a road trip across country and we stumbled on this place so the kids could stretch out. I haven't stopped hearing about the dinosaur playground and it was 11 months ago. There were a couple areas that were under renovation but I would guess the weather there would make it hard to maintain outdoor areas. Definitely check it out. Such a cute little area for the kids and the views are breathtaking.
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