Dinosaurs In The Woods: Brontosaurus
Discover life-sized dinosaur sculptures hidden in the woods near Barber Marina, a quirky and fun roadside attraction in Elberta, Alabama.
Dinosaurs In The Woods is a whimsical roadside attraction located near Barber Marina in Elberta, Alabama. Scattered throughout the wooded area off Barber Parkway, you'll find four lifelike dinosaur sculptures: a Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and the elusive Brontosaurus. These sculptures were commissioned by George Barber, the owner of Barber Marina, and created by artist Mark Cline. The Brontosaurus is the most challenging to find, as it's tucked away deeper in the woods on the opposite side of the road from the other dinosaurs. The joy of discovering these prehistoric creatures in such an unexpected location makes it a memorable experience, especially for children. The sculptures offer fantastic photo opportunities and a chance to explore a unique and quirky side of Alabama. Barber Marina itself is also worth exploring, featuring other unusual installations like Bamahenge, a replica of Stonehenge, and the Lady in the Lake sculpture.
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on potentially muddy paths in the woods.
- Drive slowly on Barber Parkway to avoid missing the barely visible access points to the dinosaur locations.
- Bring your camera for fun photo opportunities with the dinosaurs.
A brief summary to Dinosaurs In The Woods -- Brontosaurus
- Barber Pkwy, Elberta, Alabama, 36530, US
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Getting There
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Driving
From the intersection of US Highway 98 and County Road 95 in Elberta, travel south on County Road 95. Turn right onto Fish Trap Road, then left at the Barber Marina sign. Continue for 1 mile; the Brontosaurus will be on the left side of Barber Parkway. Parking is available on the side of the road. The attraction is free.
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Walking
From Barber Marina, walk north on Barber Parkway. The Brontosaurus will be on your left, hidden in the woods, approximately 200 yards from the intersection of Barber Parkway and Fish Trap Road. Look for a worn path and a shallow ditch to cross. The attraction is free.
