2026 Summer Dinosaur Camps in Ogden, Utah
Unleash your Inner Paleontologist!
Hands-on STEAM learning, prehistoric adventures, and dinosaur-sized fun for ages 2 to 102!
Our summer camps at the Dinosaur Park are back!
This year, we are working hard to create exciting themes and fun activities for toddlers, children, teens, and even adults to enjoy in our updated park and newly renovated Bone Cabin Outpost. We can’t wait to see you at the Dinosaur Park this summer!
Member Exclusive Discounts
To receive your Member Discount, you must be logged into your account before registering.
- Activate Your Account: If you are an active member but haven’t used our new Haku platform yet, activate your account here.
- Add Your Children: To get the discount for your little paleontologists, ensure they are added as “Additional Members” under your Membership tab.
- Automatic Savings: Your member discounts will be automatically applied as long as you are logged in during registration.
Need help? View our full Membership FAQ
Play More, Save More With Bundles
Planning to join us for multiple weeks? Save big with our summer bundles! Each bundle saves you $60 or more vs. individual sessions!
- Toddler June or July Bundle (Ages 2–4): $60 Member / $90 Non-Member
- Tyrannotots June or July Bundle (Ages 4–6): $90 Member / $135 Non-Member
- STEAM Day-Camp Bundle (Ages 7+): $150 Member / $250 Non-Member
Bundles can be selected directly on the Haku Registration Page.
Camp Schedule by Age Group
Tyrannotots (Ages 2-4) - Grown Up & Me
Perfect for our youngest explorers! Parent or Guardian MUST ATTEND camp with child.
Please bring a nut-free snack and a water bottle. Max Capacity: 20 per session.
- The Time Before Land – June 2 / 9AM – 11AM
- Participants will be able to: Explain what Lake Bonneville was, when it existed, and where it was located
- $20 Member / $30 Non-Member
- Are You Smarter Than a Dinosaur? – June 9 / 9AM – 11AM
- Participants will be able to: Compare and contrast how dinosaurs’ bodies, abilities, and traits helped them to survive
- $20 Member / $30 Non-Member
- Dinosaur Detectives – June 16 / 9AM – 11AM
- Participants will be able to: Describe how paleontologists piece together clues to make discoveries about ancient life
- $20 Member / $30 Non-Member
- The Art of Science – June 23 / 9AM – 11AM
- Participants will be able to: Explain how ever-changing, ever-updating paleontology knowledge contributes to the often dramatic changes to how we depict dinosaurs in media
- $20 Member / $30 Non-Member
- Tech Through Time – July 7 / 9AM – 11AM
- Participants will be able to: Explain how paleontological technology has changed over time, and how those changes have helped the field of paleontology add to their discoveries
- $20 Member / $30 Non-Member
- The Time Before Land – July 14 / 9AM – 11AM
- Participants will be able to: Explain what Lake Bonneville was, when it existed, and where it was located
- $20 Member / $30 Non-Member
- Pioneers of Paleontology – July 21 / 9AM – 11AM
- Participants will be able to: Explore some early paleontologists and how they have contributed to the field
- $20 Member / $30 Non-Member
- Dinosaur Detectives – July 28 / 9AM – 11AM
- Participants will be able to: Describe how paleontologists piece together clues to make discoveries about ancient life
- $20 Member / $30 Non-Member
*Member Bundle: Register for a full month of the summer series for just $60 (Save $60 over individual non-member rates)
Tyrannotots (Ages 4-6) - Drop Off Camp
Expanded afternoon sessions for growing explorers.
Please bring a nut-free snack and a water bottle. Please bring a bag lunch if planning to utilize after camp care. Max Capacity: 25 per session.
- The Time Before Land – June 2 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Explain what Lake Bonneville was, when it existed, and where it was located
- $30 Member / $45 Non-Member
- Are You Smarter a Dinosaur? – June 9 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Compare and contrast how dinosaurs’ bodies, abilities, and traits helped them to survive
- $30 Member / $45 Non-Member
- Dinosaur Detectives – June 16 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Describe how paleontologists piece together clues to make discoveries about ancient life
- $30 Member / $45 Non-Member
- The Art of Science – June 23 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Explain how ever-changing, ever-updating paleontology knowledge contributes to the often dramatic changes to how we depict dinosaurs in media
- $30 Member / $45 Non-Member
- Tech Through Time – July 7 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Explain how paleontological technology has changed over time, and how those changes have helped the field of paleontology add to their discoveries
- $30 Member / $45 Non-Member
- The Time Before Land – July 14 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Explain what Lake Bonneville was, when it existed, and where it was located
- $30 Member / $45 Non-Member
- Pioneers of Paleontology – July 21 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Explore some early paleontologists and how they have contributed to the field
- $30 Member / $45 Non-Member
- Dinosaur Detectives – July 28 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Describe how paleontologists piece together clues to make discoveries about ancient life
- $30 Member / $45 Non-Member
*Member Bundle: Register for a full month of the summer series for just $90 (Save $90 over individual non-member rates).
Junior Paleontologists (Ages 7-12) - Drop Off Camp
Deep-dive STEAM camps ranging from single days to 3-days.
Please bring a nut-free snack and a water bottle. Please bring a bag lunch for all day camps or if planning to utilize after camp care.
- The Time Before Land (2-Day) – June 3-4 / 9AM – 12PM
- Participants will be able to: Explain what Lake Bonneville was, when it existed, and where it was located; Describe some of the plants and animals that were alive when Lake Bonneville existed; Describe how the area that is now Utah looked at the time that Lake Bonneville was here
- $60 Member / $90 Non-Member
- 1-Day STEAM: Are You Smarter Than A Dinosaur? – June 10 / 9AM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Test their mental and physical abilities against what is known about some paleontological species; Compare and contrast how dinosaurs’ bodies, abilities, and traits helped them to survive; Discuss hypothetical scenarios that help campers understand how their own bodies, abilities, and traits help them survive
- $70 Member / $105 Non-Member
- Dinosaur Detectives (3-Day) – June 17-19 / 9AM – 12PM
- Participants will be able to: Make connections between a mystery detective and a paleontologist; Describe how paleontologists piece together clues to make discoveries about ancient life; Engage in paleontology mystery activities similar to those actual paleontologists do
- $90 Member / $135 Non-Member
- 1-Day STEAM: The Art of Science – June 24 / 9AM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Explain how ever-changing, ever-updating paleontology knowledge contributes to the often dramatic changes to how we depict dinosaurs in media; Use research to create an original artistic depiction of a dinosaur, refining their work over multiple drafts
- $70 Member / $105 Non-Member
- 1-Day STEAM: Tech Through Time – July 8 / 9AM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Explain how paleontological technology has changed over time, and how those changes have helped the field of paleontology add to their discoveries; Experiment with and compare different paleontology tools from the 1800s, 1900s, and today
- $70 Member / $105 Non-Member
- The Time Before Land (2-Day) – July 15-16 / 9AM – 12PM
- Participants will be able to: Explain what Lake Bonneville was, when it existed, and where it was located; Describe some of the plants and animals that were alive when Lake Bonneville existed; Describe how the area that is now Utah looked at the time that Lake Bonneville was here
- $60 Member / $90 Non-Member
- 1-Day: Pioneers of Paleontology – July 22 / 9AM – 2PM
- Participants will be able to: Explore some early paleontologists and how they have contributed to the field; Explain some of the earliest paleontological finds here in Utah, and who discovered them; Experiment with paleontology tools from the 1800s, 1900s, and today
- $50 Member / $75 Non-Member
- Dinosaur Detectives (3-Day Advanced) – July 29-31 / 9AM – 2PM
- Participants will be able to: Make connections between a mystery detective and a paleontologist; Describe how paleontologists piece together clues to make discoveries about ancient life; Engage in paleontology mystery activities similar to those actual paleontologists do
- Ages 10+
- $150 Member / $250 Non-Member
*STEAM Bundle: Get all three 1-Day STEAM Camps (June 10, June 24, July 8) for $150 Member / $250 Non-Member (Save $60 over individual non-member rates).
Teens (Ages 13-17) - Drop Off Camp
Advanced technology and paleontological concepts for older students.
Please bring a bag lunch for all day camps.
- 1-Day: Tech Through Time Teen Camp – July 10 / 9AM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Explore the field of content creation as we do it here at the Dinosaur Park; Engage in the process of creation of content for our social media channels, from concept to final product for a short-form video
- $70 Member / $105 Non-Member
- Participants will need to bring a laptop to use for this camp
- Participants should sign up for a FREE Canva account before the day of camp
- Dinosaur Detectives (3-Day Advanced) – July 29-31 / 9AM – 2PM
- Participants will be able to: Make connections between a mystery detective and a paleontologist; Describe how paleontologists piece together clues to make discoveries about ancient life; Engage in paleontology mystery activities similar to those actual paleontologists do
- Ages 10+
- $150 Member / $250 Non-Member
Adults (Ages 18+)
Exclusive access and advanced learning for grown-up dino enthusiasts.
- Adult Dinosaur Camp Morning – June 26 / 9AM – 12PM
- $40 Member / $60 Non-Member
- Adult Dinosaur Camp Afternoon – June 26 / 1PM – 4PM
- $40 Member / $60 Non-Member
Families (Open Age)
Exclusive access and advanced learning for grown-up dino enthusiasts.
- Family Camp: Are You Smarter Than a Dinosaur Morning – June 12 / 9AM – 12PM
- Participants will be able to: Test their mental and physical abilities against what is known about some paleontological species; Compare and contrast how dinosaurs’ bodies, abilities, and traits helped them to survive; Discuss hypothetical scenarios that help campers understand how their own bodies, abilities, and traits help them survive
- $50 Member / $75 Non-Member for up to 4 people.
- $10 each per additional person.
- Family Camp: Are You Smarter Than a Dinosaur Afternoon – June 12 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Test their mental and physical abilities against what is known about some paleontological species; Compare and contrast how dinosaurs’ bodies, abilities, and traits helped them to survive; Discuss hypothetical scenarios that help campers understand how their own bodies, abilities, and traits help them survive
- $50 Member / $75 Non-Member for up to 4 people.
- $10 each per additional person.
- Family Camp: Pioneers of Paleontology – July 24 / 1PM – 4PM
- Participants will be able to: Explore some early paleontologists and how they have contributed to the field; Explain some of the earliest paleontological finds here in Utah, and who discovered them; Experiment with paleontology tools from the 1800s, 1900s, and today
- $50 Member / $75 Non-Member for up to 4 people.
- $10 each per additional person.
Summer Camp FAQ
How do I make sure I receive the Member Discount for summer camps?
To get your automatic member discount, you must be logged into your account before registering. If you are an active member but haven’t used our new platform yet, please activate your account in Haku. Log in and go to your Membership tab to ensure your children are added as “Additional Members”. Once logged in during the registration process, your discounts will automatically be applied at the payment section on the registration form!
Can I buy a Membership today and instantly get the camp discount?
Yes! You can sign up for a membership. Once your membership is active, make sure your children are added to your account, and you will instantly see the discounted pricing on the camp registration form.
Do parents need to attend the camp with their children?
- This depends on the camp!
- Tyrannotots (Ages 2-4) and Family Camps are designed for a parent or guardian to participate alongside the children. Parent / guardian participation required.
- Tyrannotots (Ages 4-6) are optional for parents. Parents or guardians are welcome, or they may drop off and pick up.
- Junior Paleontologists (Ages 7-12) and Teens are drop-off camps where kids enjoy independent learning.
My child is just a few months shy of the required age. Can they still join?
To ensure the best and safest experience for all campers, we ask that children meet the minimum age requirement by the first day of the camp they are attending. Our curriculum and safety protocols are custom-built for the developmental stages of each specific age bracket.
My children fall into different age groups. Can siblings attend a camp outside of the designated age range?
Our curriculum and safety protocols are custom-built for the developmental stages of each specific age bracket.To ensure the best and safest experience for all campers, we ask that all campers be within the specified age range.
Where do I drop off and pick up my camper?
Drop-off will take place at our front desk and main entrance lobby. Kids are picked up at the east gate near the Bone Cabin Outpost (east end of the main parking lot).
What happens if it rains or the weather is bad?
Camps run rain or shine! In the event of severe weather, high heat, or poor air quality, we will move all scheduled outdoor activities inside our Bone Cabin Outpost (BCO) or Education Learning Center (ELC) and museum spaces to ensure the kids stay safe and comfortable.
What if my child wakes up the morning of camp sick?
- If your child presents with any of the following, please contact staff as soon as possible and keep your child home:
- fever
- vomiting / diarrhea
- persistent cough
- rash
- lice
- other contagious illness (i.e. measles, chicken pox, flu, strep, etc.)
Campers must be symptom-free of any illness within at least 24 hours of the scheduled camp.
What is your refund policy?
No-shows and cancellations will not be refunded. However, if your cancellation is due to unforeseen circumstances (such as weather events, transportation issues, or medical emergencies), please contact us as soon as possible. We are happy to review your situation on a case-by-case basis, though refunds are not guaranteed.
How should my child dress or prepare for the outdoor environment?
Because the park includes outdoor environments with natural features, wildlife, and plants, preparation is key! We strongly recommend that campers wear closed-toed shoes, use bug spray, and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. Please prepare for sun exposure and uneven ground.
What if my child has a life-threatening allergy or a medical emergency?
You agree to disclose any life-threatening allergies (such as to bees or food) to our staff prior to the start of camp. In the event of an injury or medical emergency, our staff is authorized to seek or administer first aid and to call 911 if necessary. Please note that parents or guardians are solely responsible for any costs associated with medical treatment or transportation.
Are there specific behavioral rules my child needs to follow?
Yes! To protect our guests and our one-of-a-kind exhibits, campers must agree to stay on designated paths and trails at all times. Additionally, our specimens are valuable and often irreplaceable; campers must look but not touch unless an exhibit is clearly marked as hands-on. Campers must agree to follow all instructions given by Park Staff. The Park reserves the right to remove any participant who violates safety rules, damages property, or rough plays without a refund.
Will photos or videos be taken of my child during camp?
Yes, by registering, you give Ogden’s George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park permission to use and display images or likenesses of participants for promotional materials, including our web pages and social media.
Does my child need to be fully potty-trained to attend drop-off camps?
Yes. For all drop-off camps (ages 4 and up), children must be fully potty-trained and able to use the restroom completely independently.
What is your policy on late drop-offs or early pick-ups?
To ensure your child doesn’t miss the adventure, please arrive on time! Because our camps travel across the park to trails and dig sites, late arrivals may have to wait at the front desk until a staff member is free to escort them to their group.
Who is allowed to pick up my child from camp?
Only adults specified on your registration form will be allowed to pick up your child. Our staff will check photo IDs at sign-out every day to ensure camper safety, so please make sure whoever is picking up has their ID ready!
My child has special needs or a behavior plan at school. Can they attend?
Absolutely! We strive to make our camps accessible to all explorers. Please contact education@dinosaurpark.org at least two weeks before camp starts so we can discuss any necessary accommodations or behavior plans to ensure your child has a successful experience.
Can I drop my child off early?
To allow our educators time to set up daily activities, check-in begins no earlier than 10 minutes before the scheduled camp start time. For some drop off camps, we may offer after camp care which can be added-on during the registration process.
1:00–3:00 PM
George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park, Ogden, UT
