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Prehistoric Times? Dinosaurland Vernal Utah

Meet some of the dinosaurs of Vernal Utah! They are a familiar sight in Vernal. Dinosaur fossils were found near Vernal in 1909. 350 tons of bones were removed at the time, and continue today. Some complete skeletons were found. The area became a National Monument in 1915, where people could view the process of the removal of dinosaur bones. Unfortunately, the monument has been closed for repairs to the building. Replicas of dinosaurs can be viewed at the Utah Field House of Natural History Museum.

There is great opportunity for employment in vernal due to energy exploration. Great place to live and many choices of homes to choose from. I enjoy selling real estate in this area and would love to show you around.

Utah Field House of Natural History

Utah Field House of Natural History front

Dinosaur Utah Field House of Natural History

Utah Field House of Natural History garden

Dinosaurs are not only at the Museum they are all over town!

Dinosaur Statues

Green Dinosaur

This dinosaur near the Post Office is decorated for many holidays.

Some of the dinosaurs hang out at the motels.

Dino Inn sign

Let's Swim Dinosaur

Of course we can't forget the pink dinosaur that welcomes you to Vernal. Come visit anytime!

Pink Dinosaur

Posted by Julie Kippen Vernal Utah Real Estate on 04/19/2008 01:59 AM

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8 Comments on Prehistoric Times? Dinosaurland Vernal Utah

APR

2008

Julie, thank you for this enlightening blog. I had no idea you lived in "Dinosaur" Land...

The post office dinosaur being decorated for various holidays takes the cake. I would love to see some pictures of it in full holiday garb! Too funny...

When will they re-open the monument?

These are so much fun! Not only do they provide whimsy but give an idea of the history of the area in their own way! Thanks for sharing!

I will try to get pictures of the dinosaur during the holidays and post them next year. The building at the monument had structural problems since 1957. The clay the building was built on was unstable. They plan to restore the building or build a new one in a different location. It is closed indefinitely. I will post something if I hear of any changes.

The quarry visitor center was where you could see the bones being uncovered from the earth. Replicas of the fossils have been moved to the outdoor visitor center and a video is provided to show the fossil wall and the work done there. Rangers at the visitor center answer questions about the area. There is 210,000 available for hiking , river trips, and wildlife

APR

2008

The photos turned out great. You caught them at their best.

APR

2008

Wow you have lots of dinosaurs of all types - what fun!

Yes, they give the town a lot of personality. Some of them have been here fror many years.

MAY

2008

I know they require upkeep. This year the plan is to rehair the wooley mammoth. I may give it a try.

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