Can you reserve a site at Rainbow Park Campground?

Yes, Rainbow Park Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Rainbow Park Campground have?

5 sites in total, of which 4 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Rainbow Park Campground?

25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Rainbow Park Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Rainbow Park Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Rainbow Park Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Rainbow Park Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Rainbow Park Campground, Utah — 4 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Rainbow Park Campground is 28 miles (45 km) from the Quarry Visitor Center in the Utah portion of Dinosaur National Monument. It is located on a rugged 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.

Recreation

Dinosaur National Monument covers over 210,000 acres (84984 ha).

Visitor Centers. The monument features two visitor centers - one in Colorado and one in Utah.
Quarry Exhibit Hall. You can see over 1,500 dinosaur fossils still in the rock inside the Quarry Exhibit Hall (Jensen, Utah).
History & Culture. Numerous cultural sites reveal stories of the people who lived here before and include Fremont petroglyphs, homestead cabins and former ranches. Hiking trails allow in-depth exploration.
Hiking. There are miles of trails for hiking and cross-country travel.
River Rafting & Boating. Whitewater rafting, both commercial and private, are is popular on the Green and Yampa Rivers. The Yampa River multi-day rafting trips begin at Deerlodge Park. The Yampa rushes downstream 44-miles (71 km) to join the Green River at Echo Park. Boaters continue downstream on the Green River to the take-out at the Split Mountain boat ramp. The Yampa is the largest free-flowing tributary within the Colorado River system. As such, it has a shorter season marked by fluctuations in water level resulting from snow received in the winter. It is characterized by famous rapids such as Teepee, Big Joe and Warm Springs. Raft trips must be arranged in advance. For more information, visit Dinosaur's Commercial Guided River Trips page. Private River Trips require a permit.
Scenic Drives. Several roads provide access to key destinations and scenic sites. Scenic drives allow the windshield visitor to see spectacular geology.

Facilities

Vault Toilets - year round
There is no potable water available at this campground. You must bring all the water you need for drinking, washing, etc. There are no hookups, dump stations, or facilities for filling an RV water tank anywhere in Dinosaur National Monument.

Natural Features

This campground sits beside the Green River near the Rainbow Park Boat Ramp at the head of Split Mountain Canyon. It has wonderful views of geologic features such as the Mitten Park Fault.

The facts

4 bookable sites
5 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 25 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: Scan and Pay

Site types

4 Tent Only Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

5 campsites at Rainbow Park Campground

Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
1	—	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
2	—	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾
3	—	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	25 ft	8	🐾
4	—	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	25 ft	8	🐾
Rainbow Park Scan and Pay	Scan and Pay	Management	—	Gravel	Slight	Riverfront	20 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

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.

40.49540, -109.17417 · 40°29'43.4"N 109°10'27.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 95°F in Jul, down to 30°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	30	39	55	64	75	88	95	92	82	65	48	33
Low °F	8	16	27	35	44	52	59	57	47	35	24	12
Precip in	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.7	0.9	0.5	0.7	0.6	1.2	1.1	0.5	0.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

All campsites at Rainbow Park Campground are first-come, first-served. You will pay upon arrival using Scan & Pay through the Recreation.gov mobile app (download the app before your visit). The year-round camping fee for Rainbow Park Campground is $12 per night.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Rainbow Park Campground

Can you reserve a site at Rainbow Park Campground?: Yes, Rainbow Park Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Rainbow Park Campground have?: 5 sites in total, of which 4 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Rainbow Park Campground?: 25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Rainbow Park Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Rainbow Park Campground.
Does Rainbow Park Campground have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Rainbow Park Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Rainbow Park Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Rainbow Park Campground

Dinosaur National Monument - Split Mountain Permits 0.1 mi · Permit · we watch it
Split Mountain Group Campground 5.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Green River Campground 6.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rainbow Park Campground less than 0.1 mi · Campground
Stonefly II River Camp 3.4 mi · Facility
Sand River Camp 3.4 mi · Campground
Bootleg River Camp 3.4 mi · Campground
Cats Paw River Camp 3.4 mi · Campground
Cottonwood River Camp 3.4 mi · Campground
Big Pine I River Camp 3.5 mi · Campground
Quarry Exhibit Hall - Utah 7.7 mi · Facility
Quarry Visitor Center - Utah 8 mi · Facility

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Rainbow Park Campground