About Phu Pha Lek Dinosaur Graveyard
Phu Pha Lek Dinosaur Graveyard is a paleontological site within Phu Pha Lek National Park in Song Dao District, Sakon Nakhon Province, northeastern Thailand. The site preserves Cretaceous-period dinosaur fossils, footprints and bone beds exposed on sandstone terraces. Notable for its concentration of fossil remains, it offers insight into the region's prehistoric environment. Managed as part of the national park, it is accessed via forest trails and interpreted with informational displays.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested sandstone plateau within Phu Pha Lek National Park with exposed fossil beds, dinosaur footprints and bone fragments in situ. The site is reached by hiking trails through dry dipterocarp forest with interpretive signs explaining the geology and paleontology. There are no large buildings; the experience is outdoors and focused on viewing fossil exposures, rock surfaces and natural surroundings with a guide or park information.
Key highlights
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Concentration of Cretaceous dinosaur fossils and bone beds in situ
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Dinosaur footprints preserved on sandstone surfaces
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Located within Phu Pha Lek National Park forest and plateau landscape
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Interpretive displays explaining geology and paleontology
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Forest hiking trail access through protected natural area