What to See at Moab Giants (Full Review!)
Last Updated on April 25, 2024 by Kelly
Moab Giants is a dinosaur museum located in Moab, Utah. It’s conveniently located next to the entrance of Canyonlands National Park. We couldn’t miss seeing the sign for Moab Giants as we followed the highway into the park. We decided to check it out, and we were so glad we did. It was one of our daughter’s favorite experiences of our entire road trip! In this post, we’ll share our full review for Moab Giants.
Visiting Information for Moab Giants
Moab Giants is open seasonally. Hours of operation will vary by the season, so be sure to check their website.
We spent about two hours at Moab Giants and felt like we got a good feel for most of the attractions.
There is a cafe on-site, so you can plan to eat at Moab Giants.
Moab Giants is situated along the Dinosaur Diamond, which is a 512-mile long byway through Utah and Colorado. It was officially designated as a National Scenic Byway by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation in 2002.
At Moab Giants, you will learn about dinosaurs that inhabited this region of the United States, including the Therizinosaur and the Titanosaur.
What to See at Moab Giants
Tremendous advances to the field of paleontology (the study of fossils) have been made in Southern Utah. If you’re interested in learning about prehistoric life in Utah, you definitely have to make time in your itinerary for Moab Giants. The dinosaurs thrived for over 150 million years, so there is a lot to learn!
1. Interactive Tracks Museum
We started our visit off by visiting the museum. Here, you will see dinosaur footprints and see fossils of a variety of dinosaurs. The exhibits integrate technology to bring the past to life. The museum focuses specifically on how tracks are fossilized and discovered.
2. Watch the Film at the 3D Theater
Throughout the day, Moab Giants plays a film in their 3D theater. They will provide you with 3D glasses, and you will get to learn about the history of the universe all the way until the age of the dinosaurs. It provides a good lens for viewing the rest of the park’s attractions!
3. Check Out the 5D Virtual Aquarium
Chances are you have never been to a virtual aquarium. We weren’t really sure what that was going to entail, but it turned out to be way better than we anticipated! We got to learn more about prehistoric life under the sea, which we haven’t really seen in other museums. It was also dark and cool in the aquarium, which was a nice break from the intense afternoon sun. This was easily my husband’s favorite part of our visit to Moab Giants.
4. Walk the Dinosaur Trail at Moab Giants
Children will definitely be excited about walking the dinosaur trail. It’s a half-mile outdoor loop that contains life-size dinosaurs throughout the entire walk. There are over 100 dinosaurs on this trail! If you have a kid that likes dinosaurs, definitely bring them to Moab Giants just to see this attraction alone.
Moab Giants has several dinosaur wagons you can borrow to take around the loop. We towed our toddler around the loop and she had a fantastic time. About halfway through the loop there were restrooms and a water mister. (Perfect for a hot day!)
If you enjoyed hiking through arches and canyons, why not through a trail of dinosaurs?
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(P.S. We’ve linked this cute toddler safari hat. The neck flap provides extra protection for the summer sun!)
5. Look for ‘Fossils’ at the Dig-It-Out Sites
At several locations within the park, there are dig-it-out sites where children can search for plastic ‘fossils’. The park provides lots of little shovels, and kids can use them to sift through the sand to find the dinosaur ‘fossils’. They are also covered to provide some protection from the sun. It’s a lot of fun for children!
6. Play at the Dino Playground
Moab Giants also has a complete playground for outdoor play. Our daughter spent a lot of time in the car on our road trip, so we tried to stop at lots of attractions and playgrounds so she could run around. It’s a great spot for kids to burn off some energy and play freely.
7. Look at Real Dinosaur Footprints at Moab Giants
Within the park there are several exhibits of real dinosaur footprints in rocks displayed. It’s pretty awesome to see where dinosaurs once walked!
8. Visit the Paleo Camp
There is a small set-up where you can learn about a paleontologist’s life and how they camped in this area to further their work. The Paleo Camp celebrates the discoveries made by Dr. Gerald Gerlinkski and Dr. Martin Lockley in the area.
Shopping and Dining at Moab Giants
In addition to the 8 attractions listed above, there is also a cafe and a gift shop. The cafe serves items such as sandwiches, salads, wraps, and ice cream. There is outdoor and indoor seating available. The gift shop is filled with dinosaur-themed books, toys, and t-shirts.
Looking for a fun activity near the Moab Giants? Try a 4×4 tour at nearby Arches National Park!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Moab Giants worth visiting?
We think Moab Giants is worth visiting, especially if you have young children. Kids will love the Dinosaur Trail, which has over 100 life-size dinosaurs. There’s 8 total attractions at Moab Giants, including the dinosaur museum, virtual aquarium, and 3D theater. If you are interested in learning more about Utah’s rich history of dinosaur discovery, it’s definitely worth a visit to Moab Giants.
Are dogs allowed?
No pets are allowed at Moab Giants. Only service animals are permitted.
How long should you spend there?
We spent two hours at Moab Giants and felt like we got to see the main attractions in sufficient detail.
Looking for a hotel near the Moab Giants? We stayed at the Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn, and we’d recommend it to others!
Summary
We really enjoyed our visit to Moab Giants. Our daughter had a blast there, and it was the perfect family-friendly attraction in Moab. If you’re looking for something to do with the family near Moab, we recommend checking out Moab Giants. We hope this post was helpful in planning your trip to visit Moab Giants!
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