Search for and touch real fossils, and learn about ancient Alberta, as your expert guide leads you through the badlands.
Dates & Times
Spring 2026 (weekends only, May 16 – June 21): 10:00 a.m.
Summer 2026 (daily, June 27 – August 31): 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m.
Fall 2026 (Tuesday – Sunday, September 1 – October 12): 10:45 a.m.
View full details on the Program Schedules page.
Please Note:
- Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by a paid adult registered in the program.
- This 2 km hike follows narrow, uneven dirt trails.
- With slopes up to 25 degrees, the trail is not accessible for wheeled mobility devices or strollers.
- Participants are strongly encouraged to wear hats and use sunscreen.
- Participants must wear sturdy walking shoes with closed toes and heels. (No sandals, flip-flops, or Crocs.)
- Participants are required to bring one bottle of water per person.
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
Water bottle
Wide-brimmed sun hat
Waterproof windbreaker
Sunglasses
Camera
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