Dinofest, Drumheller

National GeographicSep 30, 2013

Canadian Badlands

Dinosaurs meet the Wild West in the Canadian Badlands, home of Dinosaur Provincial Park, ghost towns, and rustic ranches—and one of Canada's 50 Places of a Lifetime.

annual celebration in Drumheller in early June

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Royal Tyrrell MuseumMuseummust-see on the trail of dinosaurs
DinofestFestivalannual celebration in Drumheller in early June
Sublime Food & WineRestaurantserves old favorites with seasonal desserts
Canadian BadlandsTheatreregion often referred to as the Canadian Badlands
Travel DrumhellerPlacehelpful links
Elsewhere
Elkwater Lake LodgeHotelElkwater, Canadaoffers pet-friendly suites
Patricia Water HoleRestaurantPatricia, Canadacook-your-own-steak tradition is popular
Last Chance SaloonRestaurantRowley, Canadabeer sold in quart sealers, walls have bullet holes
Medalta PotteriesSightMedicine Hat, Canadacontemporary ceramic pieces in Historic Clay District
Dinosaur Provincial Park: A Spectacular Ancient Ecosystem RevealedPlaceDinosaur Provincial Park, Canadascientific overview of park's fossil excavations, flora, fauna, history

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