Jurassic National Monument and Cleveland Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry
Jurassic National Monument’s Cleveland-Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry is home to one of the most impressive collections of dinosaur fossils worldwide. The quarry contains one of the densest concentrations of Jurassic-aged dinosaur bones ever found, with over 12,000 fossils representing at least 74 individual animals. The site is notable for its unusually high number of carnivorous dinosaurs—more than 75% of the bones come from predators like Allosaurus fragilis, with over 46 individuals identified. These finds have helped paleontologists study how Allosaurus grew and varied, but they’ve also raised enduring questions. Why are so many meat-eaters found here? How did so many dinosaurs end up in one place? Despite decades of research, the full story behind the quarry remains a mystery.
The quarry and surrounding area provide outstanding opportunities to explore dinosaur excavations, scenic vistas, and intriguing geologic strata. The quarry is located about 33 miles from Price and 21 miles from Huntington, Utah, with the last 11 miles on a graded dirt road. It's just long enough to make you wonder if you’ve taken a wrong turn or driven through a pre-historic time warp. There’s no cell service out there, but don’t worry—you are on the right track, and yes, it really is out there!
- Hours and Admission
Jurassic National Monument is open seasonally, April through October. However, significant repairs and construction of a new building may shorten the operating season in 2025. We will be open for regular hours through at least June 1, 2025.
Hours: (March 27 – June 1, 2025): Thursday through Sunday from 10 am – 5 pm.
Admission: $5 for age 16 and up.
We honor and issue all America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands passes (senior, annual, military, access, volunteer and 4th grade).
- Address and Directions
Address: 5475 Dinosaur Quarry Rd, Cleveland, UT 84518
Directions: Jurassic National Monument and the Cleveland Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry are located 30 miles south of Price, Utah and 22 miles east of Huntington, Utah. There are signs to the monument at all intersections, but some are small, so stay aware. There are also several signs describing the geology of the area.
From all directions, the last 11 miles (17 miles if coming from Wellington) of the road to the monument is graded gravel. Under normal conditions, the road is suitable for most vehicles, though it may be bumpy in places. Avoid traveling to the monument during heavy rainstorms.
- Features and Services
Start your journey in the quarry visitor center where you can explore over 2,000 square feet of interactive displays and exhibits featuring dinosaur skeletons and bones. Exhibits include an Allosaurus skeleton mount, bone bed maps of the quarry, replica skulls of animals found in the quarry, an excavation history of the site, and theories about how and why so many dinosaurs died there. At the actual quarry, two observation platforms allow visitors to see the deposit from various angles.
Knowledgeable staff are always available to help you have a positive experience. Ask a ranger for the Cleveland Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry Junior Ranger Book and learn about the critters who have lived here and the scientists who study them.
Continue your exploration outside to a short, accessible trail adjacent to the visitor center featuring Allosaurus and Stegosaurus sculptures. The Jurassic Journey Trail is a 1.5-mile loop that starts adjacent to the Quarry Buildings and has some steeper grades. There are 10 interpretive panels along the trail. And for the adventurous, the Cretaceous Climb is a steep trail that ends with a view at Raptor Point.
Vault toilets and picnic tables – both sheltered and unsheltered – are available adjacent to the visitor center. Leashed pets are allowed outdoors. Please bring plenty of water, as there is no potable water at the site. Anticipate that cell phone service will be limited or not available.
While you’re in the area, check out the rock art panel and the Historic San Rafael Swinging Bridge in Buckhorn Draw and the Wedge Overlook within the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area. There are three small campgrounds adjacent to the Swinging Bridge and dispersed campsites in Buckhorn Draw.
School groups, commercial tour groups, and organized groups of ten or more: A ranger may be available to welcome and orient your group. Please call in advance to make arrangements.
- Be Prepared
Utah is notorious for hot spring, summer and fall days with temperatures ranging from 80 - 100+ degrees. Be prepared with plenty of water, sunscreen, and a sun-shielding hat. If you plan to hike, closed-toed shoes are recommended.
The quarry is located in the northern San Rafael Swell, which is very remote without easy access to gas-stations, restaurants, hospitals, or vehicle repair shops. Have a map, a full tank of gas, and a weather report when driving into the swell. The area is prone to flash flooding - do not park in washes and avoid muddy, slick roads.
- Accessibility
Photos of accessibility features at this site
The parking lot for the monument is compacted gravel. The 2 parking spots marked as accessible are next to the museum building. Both spots are wide enough for vehicles with a side lift or ramp for mobility devices. There is limited to no cellphone service, and no running water, at the site.
A concrete pathway leads from the parking area to the museum. Several benches without arms sit near the entrance to the museum. The path also leads to 2 unisex accessible vault toilets, interpretive signs, and an unsheltered picnic table with an extended top to accommodate wheelchair users. Improvements to expand access to nearby picnic areas and outdoor tactile exhibits are planned for fall 2024.
Inside the museum is a staffed desk, interpretive signs, dinosaur bones, and other tactile exhibits, but no restroom. Wide paths and ramps take visitors through the exhibits, some of which might be partially obstructed for visitors in wheelchairs and scooters.
Out the manual-push back door is a 4-foot-wide concrete pathway that leads to an Allosaurus sculpture and 2 quarry buildings, only 1 of which is open to the public. Although both the upper and lower platforms in the quarry building are accessible to visitors using wheelchairs or other mobility devices, they may require assistance with the manual-open door. Interpretive signs in the quarry buildings and next to the sculpture are viewable by mobility device users.
The concrete path near the quarry buildings connects to two accessible 3-foot-wide concrete trails. An unnamed loop trail that is relatively flat and .16 miles long takes visitors past a Stegosaurus sculpture and interpretive signs. Another trail, called the Jurassic Journey Trail, is 1.2 miles long. It has some steeper grades.
- Contact Us
Price Field Office | BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
Phone: (435) 636-3600
Email: utprmail@blm.govWe welcome volunteers to help further the mission of Jurassic National Monument and the Bureau of Land Management. Donations are also welcome. Please contact us for more information.
