The trail is soft in places. Wear sturdy shoes for hiking. There is a vertical rise of about 500 feet, mostly toward the end. If you tire excessively before you reach the top of the bluff, you should probably return back down the canyon. Please stay on the trail and do not go cross country.
All travel is restricted to designated trails to protect the fossils.
Remember, take only photographs. Do not pick flowers, other vegetation, or collect rocks or fossils. These are protected for the enjoyment of this and future generations. Be prepared for sudden weather changes, such as thunderstorms or high winds. You can chill very quickly.