Help support the most unique park in Texas!
Join us Jan. 1, 2022 for our 5th annual dino Dive! Or virtually and Post your Jump!
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!
The Dino Dive - A Crazy Family friendly Event!
When is the Dino Dive? Can I still Earn a Medal?
2022 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
2022 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
January 1st 2022, 2:00 p.m. The Dino Dive is on the first day of every year. This will be our 6th year to put on the Dino Dive. Its a great tradition and a lot of fun! If you missed this years event we did hold out some medals for those that want to do it on their on time. Contact us a dvspgiftshop@yahoo.com for more info.
2022 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
2022 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
2022 Dino Dive Medal - Start Your Collection Today!
Those that participate in the Dino Dive and have purchased a ticket will receive a official Dinosaur Valley State Park Dino Dive medal. These are the real deal. Not those cheap kiddy awards. You deserve something awesome! You can reserve your ticket online through the PayPal link above. This also gets you into the park for free!
The Blue Hole - 20 feet of Spring Fed Water
2022 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!
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this event be Covid safe?
We are looking at changing the location down the Paluxy River towards a more open area in order to spread people out. Social distancing is required.
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. Meet us at the Blue Hole
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.
Are there dinosaurs in the Blue Hole?
We have not seen any lately. Or at-least not for the last 113 million years. But..
2022 Medal
The 2022 medal is in production. This years medal will have a spinning dinosaur track built in. 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: ??
