Insect Extravaganza!

Observe the diverse insects found right here at Dinosaur Valley under UV light!

Dinosaur Valley is home to a diverse group of insects many of which are active at night! Stop by the Dinosaur Valley Amphitheater to examine our insect populations. Visitors are encouraged to take pictures of the bugs they see and contribute observations to iNaturalist. Stay the whole evening or stop by at different times. We will see more insect diversity the later it gets!

Join beforehand to create insect inspired artwork from 8-9PM at the Amphitheater!

Time: 9-11PM. Come and go, more insects will be visible as it gets dark.

Meet: Amphitheater

Bring: UV Lights, flashlights, and water

Cost: Free with park admission. Park admission is free with a Texas Parks Pass. Please use the self-pay station outside of park HQ if you are arriving after office hours.

Note: If you do not reserve your day pass ahead of time online, you will need to come with exact change or your Texas State Parks Pass to fill out a self-pay envelope at Park Headquarters.

Want to speed up your entry process? Reserve online in advance here.

You do not need to reserve a spot specifically for this program, it is included in a camping or day use permit. We do ask you make camping or day use reservations online in advance here.

You may also like the following events from Dinosaur Valley State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife:

• This Saturday, 7th June, 11:00 am, River Romp in Glen Rose
• This Saturday, 7th June, 02:00 pm, Storybook Stroll in Glen Rose
• This Saturday, 7th June, 02:00 pm, Dinosaur Hunt in Glen Rose

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Glen Rose.