But why? It's a dinosaur park. The actual dinosaur park was a wonderful throwback, full of nostalgia. On top of that, the new activities were a lot of fun for the kids as well. But the giant Jesus statue? Just why? read more

Nice little spot that my going on three year old loved! Tons of dino sculptures that aren't too terrifying for kids. Nice level path with dino sounds and plenty to see. Just long enough of an attraction to keep the kiddo wanting more and entertained. Dog friendly too which was a huge bonus for our family. Reasonable pricing. Son was free since he was under three. read more

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This is such a cute place to go. There's a little of something for all the age group. Love their trick or treat. The owners and all that work there are so nice. read more

Very fun! It's a little crowded with lots of loud kids, but adults can enjoy it, too. It's a nice walk through the woods with dinosaur statues and information about each one posted. The gift shop is nice, there's Dole Whip and there's also mini golf and a miner's sluce. This vintage roadside attraction still holds up and is being restored and added to by the new owners. Here's the video we made while we were there: https://youtu.be/ERrBZv15Duo?si=RCyG-e0uBDNS9rkb read more

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Throwback to America before the freeways.... handmade large dinosaurs most built over 70 years ago - along a 1/2 mile wooded trail (81 year old attraction). Each dinosaur has a plaque with information. This is great for little kids; ones that have seen dinosaur cartoons or played with toy dinosaurs - man, watch their eyes light up and see them run around the place. Great craftsmanship - built to last, and nearly all have been freshly painted and repaired. There's one dinosaur you can climb up into! Besides the dinosaurs - there's miniature golf - which is just so-so - and a gold rush type thing. Gift shop has ice cream and frozen yogurt. Plan an hour... read more

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I really liked Dinosaur Gardens. It is a great fun learning experience. I was surprised by the sheer number of dinosaur statues and some I never heard of before. It is a good price for admission also. The walking path is good and I like the setting with all the trees, it helps with the experience. read more

Obscure Kitsch: I am about it. I loved this place, even in spite of the bugs and pollen. It is just so delightfully WEIRD. The history behind Dinosaur Gardens is fascinating, and I really enjoyed getting to check out the sculptures, up close and personal. Pretty amazing when you consider that one man made all the original sculptures in the park! This seems like a good place for families, as they have ice cream, panning for fossils, and a miniature golf course. I love mini-golf and to be honest, my partner and I probably would have played a round, except it was just SO HOT the day we went; we were zapped after the walking tour. If you like retro tacky roadside attractions, this is your bag. read more

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I love this place. If you are into roadside America, kitch, nostalgia, Michigan or just something different... I think you will love it too. It's not plastic dinosaurs, they are life size, made out of concrete I think. They are pretty amazing, some are creepy cool. If nothing else and you like nature, it's a great walk through the woods on their land, very pretty. I think all ages can appreciate it. It's interesting to imagine what it was like back in the day and think about how different family attractions are today. I wish there were still more places like this! read more

I used to come here as a child and now I bring my own children and even my students on a field trip! I am very impressed with the expansion of activities available including the gold digging and fossil finding! I feel like I could pretty much do my Christmas shopping at their gift store, it's fantastic! read more

Excellent place for small kids with big imaginations. a 30 minute walk with about 15 life size dinosaurs placed in fields of well gardened background. A great place to get out and stretch everyone's legs. Ice cream, put put golf and souvenirs are also available. read more

Since I was a child I watched this businesses succes go up-and-down like a roller coaster. In the past 5 years I watched get better and better more than ever! First we saw all the dinosaurs repaired and painted to some wonderful more realistic colors. Then we saw a new put-put golf course. And most recently a sluicing mining opportunity for kids! This is a wonderful historic roadside attraction, good for families of all ages. With very Nice, well groomed trail easily navigated by wheel chairs, through a natural northern Michigan setting which gives the more realistic sense of there still being VERY large creatures roaming about. The gift/refreshments' shop has reasonably priced memorabilia and trendy frozen yougart which is a delight on those warm days. read more

If you like Pee Wee's Big Adventure, then you will probably like the Dinosaur Gardens. I happen to love retro stuff, tacky things, and road side attractions (all things that remind me of Pee Wee's Big Adventure), so I really love the Dinosaur Gardens. We've gone for the last two years and I'm trying to figure out how to squeeze it in again this year. Both times we went with our kids and skeptical adults, and both times everyone really enjoyed it. It's a nicely wooded area with plenty kitschy dinosaurs (and some prehistoric creatures) throughout. If you are "up north" I would highly recommend making a stop at the Dinosaur Gardens. There's also a little putt-putt course (we didn't play) and a gift shop. read more

The Miniature Golf course is average, not great. They have ice cream inside and it is TERRIBLE! Also, if you want to see a bunch of plastic dinosaur that are set up, you have to pay another 5 dollars. Just come here for putt-putt if you want. Don't get the extras. They're a rip. read more

We came here as a group of four adults a 5 yo and baby. It was a family day with grandparents and grandchildren. The history of it is great the sculptures are impressive knowing the history but we won't be going again even when the baby gets older. The price to walk a half mile and see the sculptures is high in my opinion. My dad went here when he was a kid and says it brought back memories but he even said it is too pricey for what you get. read more

Epic! This place has been a staple in our family vacations for over 20 years. The dinosaurs are back man! And they live in ossineke, mi! -PS, bring bug spray. read more