It's a fun little stop by. I like the fact that you can climb all the way up the T-Rex. And then there's a shop inside of the brontosaurus. Some of the dinosaurs need a facelift. Some of them look really good. Fun for kids and Dino adults. read more

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My childhood involved Pee Wee and The Wiz so the Cabazon Dinosaurs hold a soft spot in my heart so passing by required a stop! We did not see all the dinosaurs, we just visited the 2 jumbo free dino's. Worth a quick stop to take it in and reminisce. We did go into the gift shop located inside the pink one. I can share, they have nothing about The Wiz! Such a missed opportunity. And only a magnet and pin that day 'Large Marge Sent Me' plus a knit sized dinosaur dressed like pee wee but priced around $60! I feel.like whomever works their marketing could do a hotter job of using what they got better! (Plus no billboards promoting them, another missed opportunity!) read more

Cabazon Dinosaurs - Pee wee!! - Museums Near Me - Cabazon, California

you've ever driven between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, you've probably seen the famous Cabazon dinosaurs from the freeway. I finally decided to stop, and honestly it's a fun quick roadside attraction. The dinosaurs are huge and pretty iconic. The bright pink one with flowers painted on it definitely catches your attention, and the green T-Rex with "Let Love Bloom" painted on the chest makes for great photos. It's one of those places where you can spend 10-20 minutes walking around, taking pictures, and just enjoying the quirky roadside vibe. There's plenty of space to park and walk around, and the surrounding mountain backdrop actually makes the photos look even better. It's not a full-day attraction by any means, but it's a fun stop if you're already passing through the area. Definitely worth pulling over for some pictures and stretching your legs during a road trip. read more

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As you drive east towards Palm Springs or going west as you past Cabazon you must pull off the 10 fwy and park in the parking area for a look at these life size Dinosaurs! And yes you can walk up the stairs and go inside ( they might change a fee for that) but there's no fee to park or walk or touch! If you have kids this is a must! Take some pics and send them to your friends! read more

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Ok seriously so happy we stopped here! It was. Just a quick stop for photos. The dinosaurs are beautifully painted in vibrant colors and well maintained. The kids were in awe, and we got fun photos! read more

I loved the video game movie with Fred Savage "The Wizard" growing up and these dinosaurs play an iconic role in that movie as well as in the Pee Wee movie. I had no idea where these were but saw them along the 10 on the way to Palm Springs and we decided to pull over. A lot of the businesses at this exit and parking lot have shut down but the dinosaurs are still going strong. A testament to how much they stand out from they freeway and they do try to change it up by occasionally painting them in different colors. When we went both were painted in holiday color themes. You can go into "Dinny" the Brontosaurus where they have a gift shop inside filled with dinosaur themed gifts and souvenirs. Perfect for young children still in the dinosaur loving phase. The Trex you can climb all the way up to the mouth and there is more to see behind the Trex gates but it costs money and we were pressed for time so we skipped it. read more

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Fun little pit stop on the way back home. I didn't pay the $15 to get in, but the two massive dinosaurs outside the place was fun enough to take pictures with. read more

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A cute pitstop to make for the carsick dogs. The area is a nice photo op area with ample free parking. It does get extremely hot during the summer time so not great for walking dogs. I was surprised by how busy it was given the time of the day and the week. Hoping to visit when I am in transit so I can take pictures with the pooches the next time around! read more

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It was my first time seeing it in person from leaving cabazon I would definitely go again read more

Cabazon Dinosaurs - Green dinosaur - Museums Near Me - Cabazon, California

Fun place to stop and explore! The two giant dinosaurs are free to see. When we went, the T-rex was a Santa T-rex. The brontosaurus (I think) was huge and has a store inside it's belly that has a bunch of souvenirs. Besides these, there's a lot to do in the back dinosaur park. Paid admission, and tickets grant access to an area with a bunch of model dinosaurs along some walking paths, as well as a dino dig pit and some panning. At the dino dig, if you find a rock with a dinosaur name on there, you can bring it into the shop for a small prize - very fun for the kids! The shop itself was pretty neat. Since we went during the holidays, they had a sleigh inside with 2 dinosaurs that had a Santa. There's also a little T-rex that smaller kids can ride on for $2. Overall, a nice little place to stop! read more

An absolute must-see iconic roadside attraction if you're cruising down I-10. We made a stop at Cabazon Dinosaurs during our family road trip from California to West Virginia, and it was one of those unexpected highlights that made the whole journey feel extra fun. I mean, come on--who doesn't love dinosaurs?! Whether you're a kid obsessed with T. Rex or an adult who remembers Pee-wee's Big Adventure, this place is a nostalgic, quirky, and oddly charming experience for all ages. Admission is $15 for adults and $13 for kids, which gets you access to the full outdoor dinosaur trail, where you can walk among life-size dinos, snap a million photos, and even climb up inside the massive Apatosaurus, which--plot twist--houses a gift shop in its belly. Yes, you literally walk inside a dinosaur to buy dino merch. How cool is that? They've also added seasonal themes throughout the year (Easter, Halloween, Christmas, etc.), so depending on when you visit, you might see dinos dressed up in costumes or surrounded by themed displays. There's a great mix of vintage charm and kid-friendly fun--plus, it's an excellent place to stretch your legs, take some silly photos, and soak up some classic roadside Americana. Roar-some fun for the whole fam. read more

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I always stop off at the Cabazon Dinosaurs each time I'm headed out to the Coachella Valley, which is every year. The cool part is they change the dinosaurs up for holidays such as Valentines, Easter, and Christmas. I was there a week ago and these are the most recent dinosaurs. Go early (the earlier the better) if you want selfies and videos without OTHERS in your pictures. People forget to move it along after they are done with their photos, and that others may not want their loved ones in YOUR photos. Other than that, it's a cool place to visit with plenty of parking. Also, it's always windy there so don't forget shorts under your dress or skirt, when you go. I always forget! read more

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My boyfriend and I always go to Palm Springs which this happens to be on the way. Each time we pass it, I really want to go but we never have the time. This weekend was my birthday weekend and we spent it in Palm Springs. On the way home we planned to go to the Cabazon outlets so we HAD to make a stop here. It wasn't too busy but these dinosaurs were huge. We took some pics of them and even went into the gift shop which is located in the pink dinosaur. We bought a magnet to add to our travel collection. It was a super cool stop which I highly recommend if you're ever in the area! read more

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More iconic than Coachella, cheaper than Disneyland, and ten times weirder. The desert is full of mirages, but none as gloriously absurd as the Cabazon Dinosaurs. You're bombing down the I-10 when suddenly a 100-foot T. rex and a brontosaurus rise out of the sand like prehistoric guardians of Palm Springs outlet malls. These concrete beasts were built in the 1960s by Claude Bell, a sculptor from Knott's Berry Farm who wanted a roadside attraction to lure customers into his Wheel Inn Café. Little did he know, his side project would outlive the café, star in cult classics like Pee-wee's Big Adventure and The Wizard, and become one of the most famous roadside attractions in America. Today, they're part museum, part gift shop, part fever dream. * You can actually climb inside Mr. Rex and pop out of his mouth for a desert view that's equal parts epic and ridiculous. You can't dinosaur poop put the butt though :( * The brontosaurus doubles as a gift shop selling plastic raptors, dino t-shirts, and enough Jurassic kitsch to fill a time machine. * The walking paths are dotted with smaller dinosaurs that look like they escaped a community theater production of Jurassic Park. The Cabazon Dinosaurs are a must-stop slice of Americana -- weird, wonderful, and unforgettable. They've got history, Hollywood cred, and the kind of surreal charm that makes you glad roadside attractions exist. Whether you're a kid, a parent, or just a road-tripper who likes their pit stops prehistoric, this place is pure magic in concrete form. It's Jurassic Park... if Jurassic Park was run by a guy with a cement mixer and a dream. read more

This is one of those roadside attractions I like to add-on to my itineraries when I make them for our traveling days. They have a entry fee for the back of the museum and you can buy things in the gift shop upstairs, but we didn't do either. I didn't want to go to the gift shop and we actually didn't even have any time to spend there, although even if we did, I would not pay for the attractions because it would've been about seventy dollars ($70!!) for a quick roadside attraction, which, in my opinion is too much. $15 adults and $12 for the kids. It is, however, a fun place to stop by with kids to see the giant dinosaurs and take pictures with. It is extremely hot outside, and there was no shade anywhere, so I would not suggest spending more than twenty minutes walking around. Definitely worth a stop! read more

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This is a fun, quick stop to do at least once in your lifetime if you find yourself driving through Southern California near Palm Springs, Joshua Tree, or the Coachella Valley in general, especially with kids. Being a SoCal native and visiting often, I drive past this roadside attraction and iconic Californian pop culture landmark frequently. I always grab a date shake at Hadley's next door afterwards. I've never paid to go in and see the rest of the dinosaurs. The two main dinosaurs, Dinny the Dinosaur and Mr. Rex, are enough of a thrill for me. If you've ever watched "Pee Wee's Big Adventure" these are the Dinos featured for a bit on his adventure. You can climb up the stairs at the rear of the apatosaurus to enter a cute little gift shop in the Dino's belly. Such a fun part of California camp history and a great free activity, stretching the legs before continuing on with the road trip. Large free parking lot available. read more

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A quick, free and fun picture stop on the drive to or from Cali. We made a pit stop for a few pictures and if you have a dinosaur lover in your family these are massive and just neat to look! Loved the quick stop. read more

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I can't believe I've never been here before it's so fun!!!! Some of the Dino's needed a little tlc but it was a blast nonetheless. I went in the big dino and I can't be sure but I think the couple up there before us did something sexual... very nice bathrooms and great staff. I felt very American. I do think I mainly liked it because I was with fun company though. If the people you're with are lame don't go. read more

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Excellent roadside stop, perfect Route 66 style fun. If you have ever seen Pee Wee's Big Adventure it's a must see.

It's super kitschy and low-tech, but it's still loads of fun if you go with an open mind and low expectations. I am not a dinosaur aficionado, so I learned quite a few fun facts. Make sure to climb to the top of the T-Rex and roar to scare (make them laugh really) the people outside. The gift shop was unique and fun. They had dinosaur bones, etc., which made for good gifts. read more

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Stopped here on the way into Palm Springs and it was definitely worth it. It was one of those roadside attractions I had seen for years and never went to and then finally was like let's do it. I think admissioned for adults is about 15 And it was Me and another adult and then we had a two-year-old who was free. We weren't sure how long we were going to be there but thought probably it's only a 30 to 45 minute thing. We ended up being there for an hour and a half. There is definitely more to see than what you'd expect. There was so many dinosaurs and they had little fact or tidbit boards set up by several of them if you wanted to learn. There was also a section where you dig in the sand to find a rock with a dinosaur on it for a free toy from the gift shop. It was just little knick knacks like little plastic dinosaurs or a stamp etc. But fun nonetheless There are also two gift shops. One is inside where you collect your freebie and in that gift shop they also have animatronic dinosaurs that make sounds which was really cool. And then there's also another gift store inside one of the huge dinosaurs. Probably the coolest thing is you can climb into the huge T-Rex and go up to his mouth and overlook everyone below you. I thought that was really neat. I also like how they paint the dinosaurs for different occasions. The dinosaur had a Santa suit on it when we went as it was around christmas. They have tons of parking and overall I recommend this. The 2-year-old with had a great time and did not want to leave. read more

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Very cool little pit stop on a long drive to Joshua Tree! The Dinosaurs are huge and super cool to check out! Going inside one was very cool with a cool little gift shop inside We had a great time stopping here, stretching our legs and reading the history of how and why this little attraction came about Also!!!! Pee Wees grand adventures we believe was here! read more

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Unique roadside pit stop when in the area!! Pretty cute and fun area to check out when you want to stretch your legs from a long car ride! These large dinosaurs will capture your attention from the freeway and they are easy to access to be a quick in-and-out trip from the freeway! There are "open" hours but frankly you can still park at the lot to take photos here! Came by here on Thanksgiving and although the gift shops were closed, we were able to enjoy visiting the stop. We took some photo ops at the two dinosaurs displayed outside, which I also saw gets repainted every once in a while! Currently the t-rex is in a santa holiday outfit while the brachiosaurus dino was painted deep red!! Unfortunately it was really chilly and windy while we were out so we did a 15 min tops visit. Definitely account for local weather! P.S Search up the movie "Pee Wee's Big Adventure" to see the scene with these famous dinos! read more

Cabazon Dinosaurs - Thanksgiving Day 2024 T-Rex Statue - Museums Near Me - Cabazon, California

The Cabazon Dinosaurs are a must see spot just off the I 10! They sit close to a delightfully retro "Dinoland" amusement park. Access to the seats in the Tyrannosaur made famous by "PeeWee's Big AdvenAdventure " is from the amusement park. There's also a gift shop inside the Brontosaurs that is accessible to the public from the parking area. read more

Cabazon Dinosaurs - Santa Claws is coming to town! - Museums Near Me - Cabazon, California

Five stars all the way. Fun for children of all ages and free to look at from the freeway. Huge shout-out to the dedication to the holiday Santa Claus outfits for the dinosaurs every year. A classic roadside attraction. read more

Cabazon Dinosaurs - Species: Tyrannosaurus rex (presumed extinct) - Museums Near Me - Cabazon, California

always a great time. Been going since I was a kid and it's nostalgic and they've kept it quite the same

Who doesn't love a good ole giant dinosaur? Cool stop on the way in or out of LA area. Admission is a bit much for what it is, but at the same time I enjoyed my experience no matter how quick it felt. It's pretty cool that you can go inside of the giant dinosaurs, the gift shop being INSIDE of one! Definitely a great place for kids that love dinosaurs. They had some light up dinos that probably look awesome towards night time, but unfortunately it was day time when we went. read more

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Approximately 250-66 million years ago... Dinosaurs roamed our earth. Today, fossils of the Big Dinosaurs are still being discovered and dug up by Paleontologists. In more recent times... And coming up on 50 years ago... (in 2025) The Cabazon Dinosaurs were built (opened 1975) Smack dab in the middle of the scorching desert... Even though Cabazon's population is less than 2,000 residents... it draws approximately 15 million people each year to its top 3 attractions (of course, in this respective order) 1. The Desert Hills Premium Outlets (who doesn't like shopping at their favorite brands?) 2. The Morongo Casino Resort & Spa (I mean, you could win big money here...eye roll) And of course, the Cabazon Dinosaurs (the least expensive attraction, and of course the kids favorite) Construction began in 1964 where Dinny the Brontosaurus (the now bright pink one) towers above with its long neck and huge body. 11 years later and Dinny was complete. Mr. Rex, the Tyrannosaurus most notability the big scary dinosaur from the movie Jurassic Park was completed in 1986. Today, Mr. Rex is green and sports a sign on his chest stating " I heart CA" Seeing these magnificent works of art up close and personal really gives you perspective of how big dinosaurs really were and how small we as humans actually are. Not gonna lie... I kinda wish Jurassic Park was real! This roadside attraction has been attracting guests from all around the world who are either passing by, passing through, or just need to stretch their legs and give the kids a break from asking "are we their yet?" The Cabazon Dinosaurs have been in a few films and were originally built to attract customers to... Get this ... To get more people to the builder's nearby restaurant!!!!! Sadly, the Wheel Inn restaurant closed its doors in 2013 after 55 years of being opened. Dinny and Mr. Rex the Dinosaurs are free to see and are readily available for a photo op. There is a museum, a gift shop, a chance to go inside the T-Rex and other attractions here for a small cost which helps keep the operations of this 50 year old attraction going. I say go for it, especially if your kids love dinosaurs. So the next time you are heading to Palm Springs, or to the outlets or to go win big on the slots; come bring the kids or come "be a kid again" and check out the... Cabazon Dinosaurs! read more

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This place is great, lost count how many times I've visited. You have to do the museum. I won't spoil it, but talk to the employees on what you should check out while visiting. Employees also have great stories about the location. Make sure to clean up after yourselves. read more

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I've stopped to see the gigantic dinosaurs a few times over the years when driving from Phoenix to Arizona. I never realized there was a whole walk through museum type of thing (maybe it was closed or maybe I am oblivious ‍). We stopped there to stretch our legs and let our toddler run around a bit. We were surprised to see that the adult entry fee was $15 each and $12 for kids 3+ ! Honestly felt overpriced for a roadside attraction... we've been to others and thought this was more in the $5 entry fee range. read more

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At first I thought it was just the 2 iconic dinosaurs you see from the freeway, but when we pulled over to take pictures, we found out there's much more to see. There's a small outdoor museum filled with many dinosaurs and fun facts about them. There's also a sand sifting station where water runs, and you can sift out rocks. Very fun and entertaining for the little ones. The big green Tyrannosaurus rex has a staircase built inside where you can climb to the top and end up at the mouth. This place is lots of fun. 15$ per adult and $11 for children. Kids 2 and under go in free. read more

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Drove back to Pasadena today from Quartzite Arizona and I just had to stop here. It's been at least 30 years since my last visit. This was the first time that I walked inside the gift shop, located inside the Brontosaurus, and it was cool. I just had to buy a shirt. I had my dog Frankie and took a photo of her in front of the T-Rex. Worth the stop, if you have time. I did not pay to go into the Dino park but I had a great time just the same. read more

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Totally worth visiting, especially if you have a little one that is dinosaur obsessed like I do!

I myself have so many memories of seeing these in movies when I was a kid. We saw they were really close to us on a road trip and we decided to take a peek at them since we were so close and we loved it! So much bigger in person, and they have the dino exhibit here too and lots of history with some that were in movies, and special edition ones, it was really cool. read more

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My kids and I had such a great time looking at all the dinosaurs! The gift shop was very cute! Very vintage and exciting! Great prices, loved it! read more

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It's a bit pricey for what it is. But the kids love it. Some of the Dino's are worn and not functioning. If you just want to stop and take photos from the outside it's just as good as seeing the inside read more

You don't have to stray far off I-10 to see the Cabazon Dinosaurs near Palm Springs. This year, the free roadside attraction is dressed up for a very Wicked Christmas. Happy holidays. read more

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You know i can't believe that i have never visited the dinosaurs when i lived in Colton and driven past this place loads of times through the years and now i am here as a silly tourist. read more

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Omg! So much fun. I've visited the Cabazon Dino's several times in the past but never realized there was a walking park full of other dinosaurs (behind the two large Dino's in the parking lot). My grandkids had a blast walking around inside and out. Cute animatronic Dino's inside for the littles, nice gift shop and dozens upon dozens of upon dozens of dinosaurs out side to see. Would definitely do it again. Very affordable too. read more

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I cannot wait to go here again with our son. As a child I remember driving past these dinosaurs when we would road trip to visit my grandparents. I always wanted to see them. My parents said we have stopped before when I was little but I definitely don't remember it. But then there wasn't as much as there is today. These iconic dinosaurs are worth the stop if you have a toddler or child that loves dinosaurs. My 3 year old son absolutely loved it and still talks about it almost a month later. First we went into the gift shop. He was in awe with the toddler size dinosaurs you see as you walk up some steep stairs. (So be careful). We purchased some tickets that were $15 for adults and I cannot remember the price for our son. We then walked to the area where they have over 100 dinosaurs. My son was so overwhelmed (in a good way) to see these enormous dinosaurs up close and personal. We walked the paths as he called out the name of each dinosaur. My favorite part was going inside of the TRex, where there is a viewing point. Of course the child in me was expecting the viewing point of the T-Rex's mouth to be like what I remember seeing in Pee Wee's Big Adventure, well, it's actually quite small. But it was still awesome and so much fun. My son loved roaring out of the T-Rex's mouth. We tried doing the Dino dig where if you find a stone with a dinosaurs name on it you get a prize from the gift shop. We all 3 dug for awhile and gave up. Even in the winter it was to hot to dig. When I saw what the prizes were I knew it was okay and my son wasn't missing out on anything real exciting. He did however want to ride the mechanical dinosaur for $2. It was pretty uneventful of a ride but whatever it was $2. All in all like I said this place is worth the stop to take your little to explore and have fun especially if they love dinosaurs. We will visit again. read more

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