Badlands and Dinosaur Park FAQs

Find out all you need to know about visiting Badlands and Dinosaur Park.

When is the best time to visit Badlands and Dinosaur Park?

The Badlands have a semi-arid climate so are generally less rainy than elsewhere in Alberta. Summer (late June-September) is the warmest time of year, averaging 16-20C. Spring (April to June) is the wettest season while autumn (September-October) and winter (November to March) are cold and drier than the rest of the year.

What is the time difference between the UK and Badlands and Dinosaur Park?

Badlands and Dinosaur Provincial Park are in Mountain Time (UTC/GMT -7 hours) and observes Daylight Saving Time (UTC/GMT -6 hours) March-November.

What places combine well with Badlands and Dinosaur Park?

Dinosaur Provincial Park and the rest of the Badlands are often visited concurrently. The park is 2.5 hours’ drive from Calgary and the rest of the Badlands further south-east. Drumheller and Medicine Hat are two of the biggest towns in the Badlands.

What are the main cultural events in Badlands and Dinosaur Park?

June – Drumheller Dinofest
June – Medicine Hat Jazz Festival