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    Backyard Terrors Dinosaur Park

    5.0 (31 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What an amazing place! Our toddler had the best time running around and exploring. She loves Dino's and this was a great experience. Must visit for Dinosaur lovers.

    This blew my expectations!! It was so much fun i can say i've never seen such well made dinosaurs and in such an array !! truly a place to go for any age !

    Chrissy F.

    My kids had the best time visiting! I have a 3,7, and 10 year old and we enjoyed the dinosaurs, wildlife and trails. The 3 year old was over the moon yelling with excitement, I think the whole park heard him. They are donation ran only, we didn't have a lot of cash but we found that they have Venmo and PayPal donation options so we were able to donate that way. Lots of pictures and special memories. You can tell the park is very loved and someone poured their love into creating it. We will visit again!

    Jamie W.

    One of the rare places that under promises and over delivers!! We had a great time here, and were astonished at every turn. My grandkiddos had a blast and were sad to leave. These folks creativity is off the chart. *MIND BLOWN that this is just someone's back yard*

    Late D.

    Okay. Go to their website and read their "story". The owner/folks involved in making this a public attraction, my hats off to you. This place is amazing!!! Very detailed work has been put into the park for all to enjoy. I also really loved the trail, and the fact that everything somewhat loops back to starting point. Just really nice layout and makes the experience so much better. 40+ life sized dinosaurs!! Just incredible considering that it's right here in the Tri-Cities. I will definitely return during Halloween time to check out its haunted attractions. If you haven't been here, GO! No excuses, really just GO. There's no admission fee, but they do accept donations and I urge y'all to donate whatever you can afford. What they are doing here is so admirable and it truly is a dying breed as we see more and more family owned attractions become commercialized. Support local!!

    Rachel M.

    What a cool place! My daughter loves dinosaurs and wants to be a paleontologist one day. Today is her 12th birthday, and I took her to see this impressive display of facts and lifelike Dino's in the backyard. Admission is donation based, which makes it super family friendly. They have a picnic area, and a honor payment based shop with toys. At the back of the park, a playscape waits for the kids to climb on. The yard is extremely shaded and well thought out. We were even terrified to walk into the terror exhibit cause the creatures were animatronic. We didn't see any signage leading the way to the park, so definitely follow some gps to get there. It's located at the back of a residential area. We will be back for sure!

    Pictures do this place NO justice! Come see for yourself. All ages will be WOW'd!!! What a treasure for this region!!!

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    Awesome time with kids. 5 dollar donation. Playground and lots of interactive dinasoar trivia

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    AMAZING !!! Absolutely incredible. My niece loved it! It's great for all ages and even had fossil digging activities.

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    We had a great time with our blind son and grandsons. The park was very informative and very accessible to all our needs.

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    Can't believe this place is free. Awesome for kids. Really cool! Has a playground near the back.

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    This place is amazing for kids of all ages! Not only are there realistic dinosaurs to enjoy but plenty of play areas for kids.

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    Love this place! My daughter had a blast!!!!!! We definitely want to come again!! Even the little play area was a nice touch!!!!!

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    This is a hidden gem in bluff city! We had so much fun! Our two year old loves going here. It's Like a new adventure every time!

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    So impressive and so much fun. This guy really took his passion to a whole other level and I highly suggest going to check it out!

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