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More Proof That Dinosaurs Roamed Colorado Millions Of Years Ago

LA JUNTA, Colo. (CBS4)- Ancient history has been uncovered in Colorado that proves dinosaurs roamed here millions of years ago. Researchers found a continuation of dinosaur steps just south of La Junta.

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Picket Wire Trail is North America's longest known stretch of dinosaur tracks. The Forest Service said it is longer than they expected.

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Last week, they uncovered more tracks that look like big craters in the ground. They were hidden under six inches of mud and debris from a flood earlier this year.

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