Coulee Viewpoint Trail

Route Description for Coulee Viewpoint Trail

Walk the Coulee Viewpoint Trail in Dinosaur Provincial Park is a must-do when you’re in this area. This wonderful trail has dramatic scenery and visually pleases adults and kids alike.

Start from the Cretaceous Café, and follow the trail from the signboard in the southwestern part of the parking lot. This trail quickly takes you up to the Visitor Centre, which has some exhibits that are worth checking out.

Continue on the path past the Visitor Centre and admire the incredible view. The trail loops in a circle, and you can go either way but expect it to be very slippery in wet weather.

Soon, you make your way to the ridge-top viewpoint of Little Sandhill Coulee. There are drop-offs here, so keep little ones close as you enjoy the absolutely stunning views.

Continue on the trail, come back to the Visitor Centre, and then make your way down to the parking lot.

Insider Hints for Coulee Viewpoint Trail

• This trail is undergoing a significant change from when this was written. Expect the route to change from the GPS as shown on the site.
• It can be sweltering in summer, so try to avoid hiking during the heat of the day.
• Bring bug spray as mosquitoes get pretty bad in Dinosaur Provincial Park in the summer.
• Stay on marked paths as the badlands are notoriously slippery when wet, even 2 or 3 days after rainfall.
• Stop after the walk for a snack at the Cretaceous Café!