§ 02 — OVERVIEW
Situated along the Green River at the base of towering cliffs, the Echo Park Campground provides a unique camping experience in Dinosaur National Monument. Steamboat Rock dominates the view.
Fremont petroglyphs are located on the canyon walls. Bighorn sheep and mule deer frequently roam through the campground. Unimproved hiking trails lead to the confluence of the Green and Yampa Rivers or to views of the Mitten Park Fault. The campground is located 38 miles (61 km) north of the Canyon Visitor Center.
§ 03 — LOCATION
Elevation
5,078 ft
Directions
Due to the rugged nature of the Echo Park Road, high-clearance vehicles with at least all-wheel-drive (AWD) are strongly recommended. RVs and trailers are not advised. The road is impassable for all vehicles when wet. From the Canyon Visitor Center in Dinosaur, Colorado, drive north on the Harpers Corner Road for 31 miles (39 km). Turn right onto the unpaved Echo Park Road. Take the Echo Park Road for 8 miles (13 km). At the fork, turn left and drive for 5 miles (8 km) to arrive at the Echo Park Campground.
Weather Notes
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.
§ 04 — AMENITIES
Summer Camping Fee (Water Available)
Summer fee when water is available.
Winter Camping Fee (No Water)
Camping fee in winter when water is not available.
Group Site Fee
One reservable group site is located at Echo Park Campground. Reservations can be made at Recreation.gov. No discount for Senior or Access Passes at the Echo Park Group Site.
Summer Camping Fee (Water Available) - Senior & Access Pass Holders
Senior and Access Pass holders qualify for a 50% discount on the regular summer camping rate for Echo Park non-group sites. During the summer, potable water is available at this campground.
Winter Camping Fee (No Water) - Senior & Access Pass Holders
Senior and Access Pass holders qualify for a 50% discount on the regular winter camping rate for Echo Park non-group sites. During the off season, potable water isn't available at this campground.
§ 05 — TRAILS NEARBY
§ 06 — CONDITIONS
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§ 07 — SIGNAL
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§ 08—11 — FROM THE FIELD
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§ 09 — REVIEWS
§ 10 — TRIP REPORTS
§ 11 — COMMUNITY PHOTOS
§ 01 — VITALS
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