Where to Learn about Dinosaurs in Colorado

Dinosaurs are probably the coolest creature to have ever roamed the Earth.  At Sun Company, we’ll always have a place in our heart for dinosaurs – whether it’s a T-rex, Triceratops, Allosaurus, or Velociraptor, we love them all!  

We sell a few different products for our dinosaur fans.  One of them is our extremely popular DinoBryte™ headlamp (equipped with roaring sound!), which was featured in Real Simple magazine and on MSN Living’s website. We also have some smaller T-rex and Allosaurus keychain flashlights. 

We also have the luxury of living and working in beautiful Colorado, home to some excellent dinosaur exploration spots!  In honor of Jurassic World coming out on June 12, here are a few great places to learn about dinosaurs.

1.     Dinosaur Ridge  Located in Morrison, CO, home of Red Rocks, Dinosaur Ridge has a visitor center with a gift shop, as well as two trails where you can view Dinosaur footprints: Dinosaur Ridge Trail and Triceratops Trail. They also offer guided tours and simulated dinosaur digs! 
2.    Dinosaur Journey Museum This is part of the Museum of Western Colorado, located in Fruita.  Here, you will learn about dinosaurs’ place in Colorado’s history through an interactive exhibit.  They even have real bones of Allosaurus! 
3. Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center Another museum to explore and learn about dinosaurs.  There are fossils and skeletons on display, an interactive children’s area and movies.
4.  Denver Museum of Nature and Science  Located by Denver’s City Park, this museum’s dinosaur exhibit is included in the cost of admission.  Better yet, go on one of their free days and don’t spend any money at all. 
5. Dinosaur National Monument  This is actually located on the Colorado/Utah border, but you must venture into Utah to see dinosaur fossils (they even one of our beloved Allosaurus!).  The Colorado side has scenic drives and camping.

Are there any cool dinosaur spots in your state? Let us know in the comments!