In late fall and winter months, the bison receive extra food which makes for close-up viewing. The park offers several picnic areas, and walks through the extensive gardens. A boat ramp is located on the Big Horn River, at the terrace. In 1995, the Wyoming Dinosaur Center was opened. It includes a world-class museum with dinosaur fossils from around the world.
Kids actually get to dig with the professionals on the hill during the two-day events.
The kids' digs have been named one of the top three events in the state for 1998. The center is located in Thermopolis, not far from the hot springs, and includes a dinosaur museum, open 360 days a year, including displays of dinosaur remains unearthed at the dig sites. You'll see 12 full dinosaur skeletons on display, and in the museum shop are fossils, gems, books, and educational materials. The museum is open year-round except Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day. Dig site tours in winter are subject to weather conditions.