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Hanksville-Burpee Dinosaur Quarry
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- Hanksville, UT (Wayne County)
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The Hanksville-Burpee Dinosaur Quarry is an active excavation site where paleontologists study remains of dinosaurs and ancient plants dating back 145 to 150 million years. The site spans a large area and offers insight into prehistoric life in Utah. Contact the organizer beforehand to find out current visiting opportunities and any requirements for viewing the quarry.
Updated October 22, 2026
Hanksville-Burpee Quarry is a paleontological excavation site approximately 150 feet (46 m) wide by 600 feet (180 m) long near Hanksville, Utah, US, where scientists have found a large mix of remains of sauropods, trees, freshwater clams and other species dating between 145 million years ago to 150 million years ago.
About Hanksville-Burpee Dinosaur Quarry
Hanksville-Burpee Dinosaur Quarry is an attraction in Hanksville, Utah, in Wayne County. The nearest other attraction is Wild Horse Canyon, about 7.2 miles away, with 5 more within 30 miles.
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- Hanksville Inn · Hotel · Hanksville · 6.9 mi
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Hanksville, Utah.
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