Help support the most unique park in Texas!
Join us Jan. 1, 2024 @ 2pm for our 8th annual dino Dive!
We will have a limited number of medals available so be sure to reserve yours today. The 2024 medal will be a glossed bronze metal and consist of a acrocanthosaurus with a translucent river and gold glitter tracks. We are also giving a free authentic mosasaur dinosaur tooth with each medal as well. Your purchase will also include free entry into the park! As always your donation is greatly appreciated. It helps us put on crazy events year round such as the Dino Dive. All profit from our organization helps with educational programs, supplies and more! Thank you for your support!
With the rain we have received over the past month we plan on bringing the Dino Dive back to the Blue Hole!
The Dino Dive - A Crazy Family friendly Event!
When is the Dino Dive?
2024 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
2024 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
January 1st 2024, 2:00 p.m. The Dino Dive is on the first day of every year. This will be our 8th year to put on the Dino Dive. Its a great tradition and a lot of fun! Contact us a dvspgiftshop@yahoo.com for more info.
2024 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
2024 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
2024 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
Those who participate in the Dino Dive and have purchased a ticket will receive an official Dinosaur Valley State Park Dino Dive medal. These are the real deal. This years medal will feature a glossy bronze color scheme, an Acrocanthosaurus dinosaur, and a translucent river with gold glitter tracks! This is not one of those cheap kiddy awards. You deserve something awesome for braving the Dino Dive! You can reserve your ticket online through the PayPal link above. This also gets you into the park for free and a real authentic mosasaur dinosaur tooth!
The Blue Hole - 20 feet of Spring Fed Water
2024 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
Other Events - Get Off The couch & Get Outside!
The Blue Hole is a deep swimming area in the Paluxy River located in the heart of Dinosaur Valley State Park. It is spring fed and is around 20 feet deep in some places. It is a popular area for many visitors especially during the summer.
Other Events - Get Off The couch & Get Outside!
Other Events - Get Off The couch & Get Outside!
Other Events - Get Off The couch & Get Outside!
First Day Hikes - Earn your hiking pin!
New Years Eve Hike to the Overlook
Horse Back Ridding
Family Fun Bike Ride
Tips for the Dino Dive
Other Events - Get Off The couch & Get Outside!
Tips for the Dino Dive
Wear your diving clothes under the clothes you wear to the event; then you don’t have to change into it just to change right back out of it!
Wear river shoes. Certain places are slippery.
Dino Dive - Costume
Other Events - Get Off The couch & Get Outside!
Tips for the Dino Dive
Just be creative. A costume is not required. Some people like acting a little crazy and that's ok at Dinosaur Valley State Park! Remember that you’ll jump into the water in your costume, so make sure you can safely swim in it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How deep is the Blue Hole?
The Blue hole slopes off from ankle deep to up to 20 ft deep in certain areas. One side has a nice sloping beach type area and other sides have steep drop offs.
When does the Dino Dive start?
January 1st, 2:00 p.m.
Do I have to dive in?
No. We suggest just jumping in feet first for safety reasons. Some people just go in ankle deep others get a running start and go all in!
Do I have to wear a costume?
No. Costumes are just for fun. If you choose to wear a costume, be sure that you can safely swim in it
Are there dinosaurs in the Blue Hole?
We have not seen any lately. Or at-least not for the last 113 million years. But..
2023 Ribbon for Medal
This years medal will include a ribbon replicating our famous Lone Ranger Trail.
2023 Medal
This years medal will be bronze and have a acrocanthosaurus skull with a moveable jaw. Its going to be awesome! There will be limited quantities, so be sure to reserve your medal today as we have limited supply.
Record Temperatures Dino Dive
Past Temperatures During the Dino Dive
2016: 47
2017: 65
2018: 29
2019: 55
2020: 56
2021: 39 | wind 14 mph | Feels Like 33
2022: 74
2023: ?
