The park's creator, Mark Cline, is a prolific roadside attraction artist known for his 'Enchanted Castle Studios.'
The theme of the park is a deliberate, fictional mash-up of Civil War history and B-movie creature features.
The sculptures are constructed primarily from foam and fiberglass, designed to withstand regional weather conditions.
The location was specifically chosen to be near the Natural Bridge for tourist convenience.
Mark Cline intentionally designed the park to be 'weird' and 'offbeat,' distinguishing it from traditional educational dinosaur exhibits.
Dinosaur Kingdom II is a unique outdoor attraction that depicts an alternate history where Union soldiers battle dinosaurs during the American Civil War. The park features over 50 large-scale, hand-sculpted fiberglass dinosaur figures integrated into a forested landscape. It serves as a creative art installation by sculptor Mark Cline, located in the Shenandoah Valley. Visitors walk along a winding woodland trail that showcases scenes of combat between prehistoric creatures and historical infantry. The site was created to replace the original Dinosaur Kingdom, which was destroyed by fire. It emphasizes whimsical storytelling rather than scientific accuracy. The terrain consists of natural paths through the woods, requiring moderate physical mobility.
The central scene depicting a Union soldier being cornered by a large carnivorous dinosaur.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes as the trail surface is uneven and can be muddy.
Bring bug spray, as the wooded path is prone to mosquitoes and ticks during summer months.
Allow extra time for photography, as the quirky scenes invite frequent stops.
Do not expect a scientifically accurate paleontology museum; this is an art and entertainment installation.
Closed during the winter season; usually reopens in the spring.
Stay on marked trails to avoid damaging sculptures and landscaping; do not climb on the fiberglass displays.
