The Green River flows towards the entrance to the Canyon of the Lodore which is a short distance down the river from the Gates of Lodore Campground
Photo: NPS
About
Gates of Lodore Campground is located on the Green River at the boat ramp at the head of Lodore Canyon. The campground is popular with river rafters who often stay here before launching on the Green River. There are 19 sites, some with shade. The sites have tables and fire pits or grills. During the summer, there is running water and vault toilets, but no showers. The campsites can accommodate tents and RVs (but there are no hook-ups).
Campsites
Location
8810 Co Rd 34
Maybell, CO 81640
Fees
Hours
The Gates of Lodore Campground is open 24 hours per day, seven days per week, year round. Access in the winter may be difficult due to snow and road conditions.
Reservations
Reservations are not accepted for sites. All sites are first come, first served.
Directions
Gates of Lodore Campground is located on the Green River near the boat ramp at the head of Lodore Canyon. The campground is 106 miles (171 km) north of the Canyon Visitor Center.
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
One campsite is designated as wheelchair accessible. Some other campsites may be wheelchair accessible with assistance. Campsites are level and made of compacted gravel or dirt. Vault toilets are wheelchair accessible.
Cell phone reception is available through some providers, but not all.
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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All sites are pull-throughs and can easily accommodate a 25 foot (8 m) RV. Some sites can accommodate larger RVs. All sites are level. There are no hookups, dump stations, or facilities for filling an RV water tank anywhere in Dinosaur National Monument.
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There are no showers, hookups, dump stations, or facilities for filling an RV water tank anywhere in Dinosaur National Monument.
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Sites are level and consist of compacted gravel or dirt. One site is designated for accessible use. Vault toilets are wheelchair accessible.
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Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Limited Development Campground