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Dinosaur Natl Mon/Gates Of Lodore

The Gates of Lodore Dinosaur National Monument is a stunningly beautiful area located in the northwest corner of Colorado and the northeast corner of Utah. It is home to some of the most spectacular dinosaur fossils in the world, as well as a variety of other geological and archaeological wonders. The monument is named after the Gates of Lodore, a series of rapids on the Green River that were named by explorer John Wesley Powell in 1869. The monument is open year-round and offers a variety of activities, including camping, hiking, fishing, and whitewater rafting. Visitors can also explore the many dinosaur fossils that have been discovered in the area, as well as the many archaeological sites that have been uncovered. The Gates of Lodore Dinosaur National Monument is a must-see destination for anyone interested in the natural history of the American West.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• River
• Fishing
• Body Of Water (Green River)
• Kayaking/Canoeing

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Day Max Stay (14)
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Pit Toilets

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking/Canoeing
• Whitewater Rafting

- Facility

• Type (National Park)

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (19)
• Width (20)
• Max Length (35)
• Grass Sites (19)
• No Hookups (19)
• Pull-thrus (17)
• Pull-thru Size (20 x 35)
• Room for Slideouts (No)
• Site Length (35)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Carolyn Work

May 02, 2025

Amazing! Two very clean bathrooms with motion sensor lights, river and boat access, beautiful short trail with family friendly guide, big camping spots, lots of water spigots and drop dead gorgeous! Bring your river fishing gear and your s’mores because you won’t want to leave.

Stormy Concoby

December 03, 2024

Very beautiful area. Plenty of camping available at $10/night. There is a short hiking trail that is not dog friendly or well shaded. The trail has rocky inclines. Many main trails in Dinosaur National Monument are not dog friendly (some are!!) so plan before you visit. Make sure you pack plenty water and sunscreen. There is a pamphlet for $1 at the start of the trail that explains the 16 points signed on the trail. There are very scenic and historic views here.

Jean Patton

October 25, 2024

Quiet. Two boat trips launched. Chilly breezes, but still enjoyed tee shirt weather.

Dan Kehrig

October 04, 2024

It's definitely dated! Not really pet friendly. About the only place you can have your pet is in a camp spot or on the boat ramp. That being said it's a 10 for it's beauty and history!

Topher B

August 29, 2022

An amazing place to camp with some pristine views, can be quite quiet; ranger and ranger house so there is someone there to help answer your questions. The boat ramp can get quite busy, but the trail to see the Gates is fairly easy, bit of vertical at the beginning, otherwise quite flat. At night, and especially during new moon, look up, stars, stars, and stars like you’ve never seen!

Kiera Layton

September 01, 2021

Beautiful!! The washboards on the dirt road are always so bad tho

Anthony Shepperdson

July 31, 2021

Nice views. Lot of rafting traffic.

Japeth Hoffman

July 03, 2021

Wow wow wow. Amazing!

Susan Marich

May 04, 2021

Beautiful, interesting places for scenic hoke and driving

Taylor Schultz

April 28, 2021

Gorgeous! I wish we had the time to hike in closer.

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