Dinosaur Footprints Discovered in Phu Hin Chom That-Phu Phra Bat National Park
Authorities are investigating potential dinosaur tracks found by a tourist in Udon Thani province, with expert analysis scheduled to begin on October 20, 2026.
On October 19, 2026, Thailand’s Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Suchart Chomklin, ordered the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation to collaborate with the Department of Mineral Resources to investigate suspected dinosaur footprints. The tracks were discovered in the Phu Hin Chom That-Phu Phra Bat National Park (preparatory area) in Ban Phue District, Udon Thani.
The discovery was initiated by a tourist, Pichai Prathetsena, who noticed unusual markings resembling ancient animal tracks in a stream bed while hiking on October 17. After he shared images on social media, park officials conducted an initial survey at the Phu Phra Bat ranger station. They identified four distinct prints on a sandstone terrace, each measuring approximately 32 centimeters in length and width, with a consistent stride of 80 centimeters, suggesting the movement of a large prehistoric creature.
For travelers and residents, this site may become a significant point of interest for geological and natural history tourism. However, the official species identification and scientific confirmation remain pending. A specialized team is scheduled to conduct a formal survey and analysis starting October 20, 2026. Visitors are advised to follow official park guidelines and avoid disturbing the site while experts determine the significance of these findings.
