Oakdale, Connecticut: The Dinosaur Place
Over 40 life-size dinosaurs along 1.5 miles of wooded trails, plus an erupting volcanic island in a lake, and a fake cave inhabited by a Dilophosaurus that spits water on you if you get too close.
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Grabbed brochure at our local attractions display: "prehistoric outdoor exploration and discovery on 50 acres of pristine woodlands. Encounter over 25 life-sized dinosaurs set amid miles of easy walking trails." "Your journey begins by walking under the belly of the 'long-neck' Brachiosaurus, an immense creature that measures 75 feet long and 40 feet tall - large enough to drive a car under!" Other things you can do indoors at an additional cost: panning for gold, digging up fossils and digging for gems in a mine.
[melissa, 07/26/2005]Just wanted to add that the life-size T-Rex gets dressed up for the holidays (Santa hat, Valentine's Day heart necklace). The lighthearted accessories are in direct conflict with his ominous red eyes. There are also several more life-size dinosaurs stalking prey behind the Dinosaur Tracks ice cream shop.
[Kathy, 04/04/2004]
As of about October 2000, there is a life size and very realistic looking Tyrannosaurus Rex on Rt 85 in Montville/Chesterfield. The critter is in the parking lot of Nature's Art," a combination Museum/Gem/Mineral/Gift Shop. It even has lighted red eyes after dark.
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The Dinosaur Place
The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art
- Address:
- 1650 Hartford New London Turnpike, Oakdale, CT
- Directions:
- The Dinosaur Place at Nature's Art. From New Haven, I-95 North to Exit 74, Route 161. Turn left onto 161. Go about 5 miles to Route 85. Turn left onto Route 85 for 1/2 mile. Previously reported as in Chesterfield and Montville.
- Hours:
- April-Nov. daily 10-6 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 860-443-4367
- Admission:
- Adults $30, 2-5 $30, 6-17 $34, 60+ $28
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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