GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND campground
Jensen, Utah

GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND

Mixed (reservable + first-come)
80 campsites
Open in maps

80

Total Campsites

Campground

51

Reservable Sites

Mixed (reservable + first-come)

1

Accessible

ADA-compliant sites

Organization

Managing agency

Overview

About GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND

Overview The Green River Campground is located along the banks of the Green River at an elevation of 4,750 feet (1448 m). The highly eroded Split Mountain is visible to the north. The campground is about five miles (8 km) from the famous Quarry Exhibit Hall, where you can see 149 million year old dinosaur bones still encased in the rock. A short distance from the campground is the Split Mountain Boat Ramp where river rafters come off the Green River after trips through Dinosaur National Monument's canyons. 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, 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 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, 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. Natural Features The campground is set on a bench along the Green River and is dotted by Fremont cottonwood trees and sagebrush. Many campsites offer views of Split Mountain. Some sites have shade while others are very sunny. Nearby Attractions The Quarry Exhibit Hall allows visitors to see approximately 1,500 dinosaur fossils exposed in the rock. Besides the monument, nearby Utah State Parks, the Ashley National Forest, Flaming Gorge National Recreational Area and Bureau of Land Management sites provide additional recreational opportunities. Charges & Cancellations No-Shows A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. If a customer does not arrive at the campground by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.

  • 80 total campsites listed.
  • 51 reservable sites plus first-come options.
  • 1 accessible campsite listed.
  • Most common site type: standard nonelectric (79).
  • Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND photo 2
GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND photo 3

Campsite Inventory

80 sites to choose from

STANDARD NONELECTRIC

79total sites

51

Reservable

1

Accessible

MANAGEMENT

1total sites

0

Reservable

0

Accessible

Amenities & Details

Everything you need to know

Accessibility

Accessibility

Campfire Allowed

Yes

Check-in time

1:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Double Driveway

No, Yes

Driveway entry

Back-In, Parallel, Pull-Through

Driveway Grade

Slight

Driveway length (ft)

20, 23, 24, 25

Driveway surface

Paved

GRILLS

Yes

Grills/Fire Ring

Grills/Fire Ring

Location Rating

N/A

Max guests

8

Max vehicle length (ft)

20, 23, 24, 25

Minimum guests

Yes

Pets allowed

Yes

Picnic Table

Picnic Table, Yes

Proximity to Water

N/A, Riverfront

Reservations & Contact

Plan your stay

Mixed (reservable + first-come)

Phone

435-781-7700

Email

dino_information@nps.gov

Getting There

Green River Campground is located approximately 12 miles (19 km) north of US Highway 40. Take Utah State Route 149 from Jensen, Utah.

FAQ

Common questions

Everything you need to know before your trip to GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND.

How do reservations work for GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND?

Reservation availability for GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.

What campsite types are available at GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND?

GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND currently lists STANDARD NONELECTRIC (79), MANAGEMENT (1).

Where is GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND located?

GREEN RIVER CAMPGROUND is in Utah near Jensen. Coordinates: 40.4224, -109.2447.

Keep Exploring

Discover more campgrounds

More campgrounds in Utah