Search for and touch real fossils, and learn about ancient Alberta, as your expert guide leads you through the badlands.
Please Note:
Children under 12 must be accompanied by a paid adult registered in the program.
Wheelchairs and strollers are not permitted due to the uneven terrain.
Dates & Times
Summer 2024 (June 28 – August 31; daily): 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m.
Fall 2024 (September 1 – October 14): Weekdays (Tuesday – Friday), 11:00 a.m.
Weekends and holiday Mondays, 10:15 a.m.
Summer in Alberta's badlands can be very hot, often reaching 30°C. However, cool, cloudy, windy, and rainy days are possible. Bring clothing suitable for a range of conditions, including:
Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots (flip flops, sandals, etc. are not permitted on hikes)
A water bottle (mandatory on outdoor programs when the temperature is over 28°C)
Contact Our Bookings Office
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (MT)
Toll-free in Alberta
310-0000 then (403) 823-7707
Toll-free in North America (outside Alberta)
1-888-440-4240
Outside North America
1-403-823-7707
Email
tyrrell.bookings@gov.ab.ca