Picketwire Canyon Trackway
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The largest dinosaur trackway in North America is tucked away among this canyon's ghosts and archaeological gems.

πŸ“œ Largest dinosaur trackway in North America, located in a shallow canyon.
πŸ” Features dinosaur tracks, historical ruins, and Native American archaeological sites.

Why Go

πŸ¦• See 1,300 dinosaur tracks, including Apatosaurus and Allosaurus
🚢 Explore historical sites like Delores Mission Ruins and Wineglass Ranch
🏞️ Enjoy hiking, horseback riding, or mountain biking through the canyon
πŸ‘» Discover haunting history of Spanish expeditions and lost souls

Why Avoid

πŸš— Motorized vehicle access is restricted to guided tours only
πŸ₯΅ Can be extremely hot in summer and cold in winter
πŸ’§ Purgatory River water is alkaline and not suitable for drinking
🚲 Mountain biking requires extra patch kits due to 'goatheads' causing flats

Tips

πŸ—“οΈ Best times to visit are May, early June, late September, or October
πŸ—ΊοΈ Round trip to the dinosaur track site is 10 miles from the trailhead
πŸš™ Guided auto tours require a high clearance 4WD vehicle

Hours

πŸ•’ Guided auto tours are offered Saturdays in May, June, September, and October (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

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