Rincón Colorado Paleontological Zone

Globally recognized as one of the richest fossil fields in the Northern Hemisphere, Rincón Colorado is a fascinating site where today's desert reveals the secrets of an ancient tropical past. This stands as the very first protected paleontological zone open to the public in the entire country. Strolling along its trails means discovering the exact ground where giant prehistoric creatures once roamed, making it an essential stop for curious minds and Earth history enthusiasts.

What awaits you?

• Trails with In-Situ Fossils: Walk along the "Sendero del Tiempo" (Trail of Time) and admire exact replicas of dinosaur bones placed precisely in the spots where scientists made the original discoveries.

• Home of Unique Species: Learn the story of the Velafrons coahuilensis, a unique duck-billed dinosaur species that was first unearthed on this very ground and has been found nowhere else on Earth.

• Views of an Ancient Sea: Hike up to the site's scenic overlook to take in the vastness of the modern desert landscape while learning how this region used to be a lush tropical coastline connected to the Cretaceous sea.