November 22-23, 2025

Dinosaur Valley Endurance Run

Travel Information

Trail runners and hikers from all over the world travel to experience this event. Historically, 28% of our participants come from outside the state of Texas! Whether you’re traveling a short distance or a far one, we encourage you to enjoy the local attractions and make a weekend stay of your race weekend.

Sections On This Page:

Getting Here and Staying Here; Air Travel; Rental Cars and Ride Share Info; Hotel Accommodations; Camping Options

Supporting Pages with More Details:

Schedule and Location; Volunteer Now!

Getting Here and Staying Here

This race takes place in Glen Rose, Texas, which is located approximately 1 hour southwest of Fort Worth, Texas or about 1 1/2 hours southwest of Dallas, Texas. The region of North Texas is served generally by multiple airlines through two major airports, and the town is accessible via rental car. We have both hotel and camping options available for area lodging.

Air Travel

The metroplex of Dallas-Fort Worth is served by two area airports:

DFW - Dallas-Fort Worth International - 82.8 miles, approx. 1 hr, 25 minutes in good traffic
DAL - Dallas Love Field - 86.0 miles, approx. 1 hr, 30 minutes in good traffic, the smaller airport that mostly serves Southwest Airlines.

Rental Cars and Ride-Share Info

A car will be needed to get around. There will be no shuttle service from the airports arranged, as we expect the vast majority of attendees to be locals or have rented a car for the trip from the airport. Ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft are very expensive for the drive from the airports to the race site.

Those in the 100K and 100 Miler have access to a Facebook Group for preparing for the event, and they are encouraged to use this to coordinate carpooling!

Hotel Accommodations

We have a discounted block of rooms at our host hotel. You can call the hotel directly at 254-269-0999 and reference the race name, and they can get you set up now! There is no online booking link for the group block.

Holiday Inn Express in Glen Rose

113 Paluxy Summit Boulevard

Glen Rose, Texas 76043
(254) 269-0999

Discount: 15% Off best available rate at the time of reservation booking
Available Until: sold out, or until October 20 when remaining rooms will be released to the public.
Dates: Available for check-ins as early as Thursday, November 20, with check-outs as late as Monday, November 24.
Room types available while not sold out are:
- 1 King Standard (2 Persons limit occupancy)
- 2 Queen Standard (4 Persons limit occupancy)
- 1 King Suite with Sleeper Sofa (4 Persons limit occupancy)
- 2 Queens Suite with Sleeper Sofa (6 Persons limit occupancy)
- ADA Accessible Rooms Available on Request
Check-In / Check-Out: 3:00 PM / 11:00 AM
Race Day Travel: 10-minute drive to the Race Hub + a shuttle to the start line

All rooms come with a microwave, Keurig coffee maker, mini-fridge, iron and iron board, Dove hair and body care products, desk with reading lamps, 50” tv and closets.

Additional Benefits:

Free Parking.
FULL Express start Hot Breakfast Bar for overnight guests
Outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, and Paluxy Patio available for your utilization and relaxation
Free High-Speed Internet Access to overnight guests
Business Center with computer, printer, fax and copier for overnight guest
Fitness Center with state-of-the-art equipment
Express Shop is located next to the front desk with snacks, food, beverage, and souvenir items, available 24/7
Coin operated guest laundry
Cribs available on request basis and first come basis

Camping Options

Stomp, snooze, and stay close to the action.

Looking to sleep under the stars and wake up where the dinosaurs once roamed? We’ve got three great camping options for race weekend, whether you’re pitching a tent in the trees, rolling in with your RV, or setting up base camp right at the Race Hub.

For Triceratops Sites and Pachy Group Sites, RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE BEFORE THEY SELL OUT. Reservation deadline is November 7. After that, email the race at info@dinosaurvalleytrailrun.com to see if any extra spots have come available.

Read on for information about Option 1 (Triceratops Sites), Option 2 (Pachy Group Camp), and Option 3 (Veloci-Van Sites). If you wish to car camp at the Race Hub Friday or Saturday night, you are welcome to do so for free. No car camping available Sunday night.

Option 1: Triceratops Sites – Water + Electric Hookups at the State Park

(Large, sturdy, geared for RVs or families needing more setup room)

Location: Inside Dinosaur Valley State Park (across the river from the trails used for the race). See the Lanham Mill Camping Area in the picture below. Address: 1629 Park Rd 59, Glen Rose, TX 76043
What’s included: 44 sites with electric (30-amp), water hookups, picnic table, fire ring/grill, and a concrete pad
Good for: RVs (must be ≤30 feet), towable trailers (must be ≤30 feet), tents, or vehicles with a tent on the pad
Cost: $25 per night
Race Day Travel: 15-minute drive to the Race Hub + a shuttle to the start line
Check-in: 2:00 p.m. | Check-out: 12:00 p.m. (9:00 a.m. Monday due to a State Park event)

Important:

FREE Camping in these spots if you sign up to volunteer for a race shift!
These sites are reserved through the race (not the park)
Friends/family age 13+ who aren’t racing pay $8/day at check-in
Ideal for folks with a detachable vehicle for race-day driving
A follow-up email after you sign up will gather your top 3 sites you want to stay at, or who else registered you want to camp close to.
We pay the State Park for these sites and organize this on their behalf to free up their staff's time. All sites at the Park are for the race only for that weekend.

Option 2: Pachy Group Camp – Tent-Only Group Camp at the State Park

(Social, compact, ideal for herds of tent campers looking to share space)

Location: Inside Dinosaur Valley State Park (across the river from the trails used for the race). See Theropod Group Site and Sauropod Group Site in the picture below. Address: 1629 Park Rd 59, Glen Rose, TX 76043
What’s included: Shaded group areas with picnic tables, easy walk to restrooms/showers
Good for: Tent campers or anyone wanting a simple, affordable setup
Cost: $10 per person, per night
Race Day Travel: 15-minute drive to the Race Hub + a shuttle to the start line
Check-in: 2:00 p.m. | Check-out: 12:00 p.m. (9:00 a.m. Monday due to a State Park event)

Important:

FREE Camping in these spots if you sign up to volunteer for a race shift!
Every camper must register (we’ll collect names from you after registration if you book for more than one)
First-come, first-pick of your tent spot under the trees
We pay the State Park for these sites and organize this on their behalf to free up their staff's time. All sites at the Park are for the race only for that weekend.

Option 3: Veloci-Van Zone – RV Camping at the Race Hub

(Fast access, solo operators, modern conveniences, just like a Velociraptor in a camper shell)

Location: The Expo at Glen Rose (directly on race shuttle route). Address: 202 Bo Gibbs Blvd, Glen Rose, TX 76043
What’s included:
- 55 full-hookup RV sites (electric, water, sewer)
- 6 sites with 30-amp electric + water
Good for:
- RVs/motorhomes longer than 30 feet (not allowed in the park)
- Quickest access to the start/finish lines
- Anyone who wants full hookups and minimal race-day logistics
Cost: $50 per night
Booking: Call the Expo at Glen Rose at 254-897-4509 (not through the race)

Other Important Camping Details:

Options 1 (Triceratops Sites) & 2 (Pachy Group Camp):
Upon arrival at the park HQ, check in with your name. Staff will have the race’s reservation list and provide your window permit
- Registered participants: no park entry fee (it’s covered!)
- Guests 13+: $8/day park fee due at check-in
Arriving before Friday, November 21?
Book directly with the State Park for the dates before Friday, then email your site number to info@dinosaurvalleytrailrun.com. We’ll do our best to keep your spot for the weekend.