Campsite at Rainbow Park Campground
Photo: NPS
About
Rainbow Park Campground is 28 miles (45 km) from the Quarry Visitor Center in the Utah portion of the monument. It is located on a dirt road that is impassable when wet. The campground sits beside the Green River near the Rainbow Park Boat Ramp at the head of Split Mountain Canyon. Rainbow Park Campground is open year-round, but there is no winter maintenance on the unpaved road.
Campsites
Location
11625 E 1500 S
Jensen, UT 84035
Fees
Hours
Rainbow Park Campground is open year-round, but there is no winter maintenance on the unpaved road.
Reservations
No reservations accepted. All sites are first come, first-served.
Directions
Rainbow Park Campground is 28 miles (45 km) from the Quarry Visitor Center in the Utah portion of the monument. It is located on a dirt road that is impassable when wet. From the Quarry Visitor Center, drive south on State Road 149 for 4 miles (7 km). Turn right onto Brush Creek Road, and follow it for 5 miles (8 km). Turn right at the fork, following the signs to Island Park for 4 miles (7 km). Turn right onto the Island Park Road and follow it for 12 miles (19 km) to reach Rainbow Park Campground.
Weather
Dinosaur's climate is semiarid with temperatures averaging between 0°F to 30°F (-18°C to -1°C) in January and 50°F to 100°F (10°C to 38°C) in July. Elevations within the park vary between 4,700 and 9,000 feet (1,433 and 2,743 m). Winter snow makes roads at higher elevations impassable while only light to moderate snow is found at lower elevations. Summer thunderstorms often cause heavy downpours and localized flooding, but may fail to dampen parched soils less than a mile away.
Accessibility
Campsites and vault toilet may be accessible with assistance.
Campfires must be built inside the fire grates provided. Seasonal fire restrictions could be in effect. Check the information kiosk at the campground or ask a ranger about potential fire restrictions. To prevent the spread of invasive species, use local firewood. Collecting wood from the ground or breaking it off trees/plants is prohibited. Don’t burn trash, metal, plastic, or other materials other than wood. Never leave fires unattended. Ensure fire is completely out and cold to the touch before leaving.
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Sites have a small gravel parking areas where a little RV may be parked. Do not block roads. The road to Rainbow Park is rugged, requires a high-clearance vehicle, and is impassable when wet. There are no hookups, dump stations, or facilities for filling an RV water tank anywhere in Dinosaur National Monument.
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There is no potable water available at this campground. There are no hookups, dump stations, or facilities for filling an RV water tank anywhere in Dinosaur National Monument.
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Rainbow Park Campground does not have any designated accessible sites. However, most sites are level with relatively easy access from the gravel road and parking area.
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Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Limited Development Campground