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Winton Shire is the place for dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages to visit. There are several locations to experience these amazing ancient giants.

Dinosaur Stampede National Monument at Lark Quarry Conservation

NB: Council wishes to advise that engineering advice has confirmed that an internal rammed earth wall is showing signs of rotating and as such the Dinosaur Stampede National Monument will remain closed until further action is taken to ensure the area is safe for use.

Council is also in the process of approaching both State and Federal Government agencies and their respective Ministers to obtain a financially sustainable outcome for the Dinosaur Stampede National Monument.

We are hoping if the funding is made available the Dinosaur Stampede should be opened at Easter. As we receive updates they will be posted on our website.

Travel back in time 95 million years with a visit to the Dinosaur Stampede National Monument, situated 110km from Winton along the Jundah road at Lark Quarry Conservation Park. This site is the world’s only recorded evidence of a dinosaur stampede and provided the inspiration behind the stampede scene in Steven Spielberg’s movie “Jurassic Park”. Viewing the Stampede is by guided tour only, at 10am, 12noon and 2pm. Please contact the Winton Visitor Information Centre to check road conditions before embarking on your journey to the Dinosaur Stampede. For further information about the Dinosaur Stampede please visit the website at www.dinosaurtrackways.com.au.

Lark Quarry Dinosaur Trackways

Corfield & Fitzmaurice

The heritage-listed Corfield and Fitzmaurice building, located on the main street of Winton, was once the General Store in Winton. Today, it is home to the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum. Inside, the dinosaur diorama offers an interpretation of the dramatic events of Lark Quarry Dinosaur Trackways in life-size. There are various palaeontologic artefacts on display, including the fossilised bones of dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures, plant fossils, geological finds and information. Entry to the museum is not included in your Dinopass, but you may purchase a ticket when you arrive.

Australian Age of Dinosaurs

For a more hands-on experience, the Australian Age of Dinosaurs conducts three annual digs per year. Anyone may participate in the search for more ancient dinosaur fossils. At other times of the year, visit the Fossil Preparation Facility where bone preparation takes place and where dinosaur finds are stored. You can even assist in the preparation of a dinosaur fossil! To arrange a tour of the facilities or to help with the bone preparation, please visit the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Website (www.australianageofdinosaurs.com) for more information.

For further information regarding your visit to Winton, including other attractions and accommodation, please visit www.experiencewinton.com.au or contact the Winton Visitor Information Centre.

Visitor Information Centre
c/- Waltzing Matilda Centre
50 Elderslie Street
Winton, QLD  4735
Ph: 1300 665 115
Email: vic@matildacentre.com.au