Deerlodge Park Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $14.00
- Type
- Campground
- Sites
- 7 total · 0 reservable · 7 first come
- Phone
- (435) 781-7700
- Coordinates
- 40.4465, -108.5133
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Deerlodge Park Campground is located 51 miles (82 km) east of the Canyon Visitor Center. It is located on the Yampa River at the boat ramp at the head of Yampa Canyon. It has seven shady sites suitable for tents. The sites have tables and fire pits. There is drinking water and vault toilets available seasonally, but no showers. Deerlodge Park Campground is open year-round, but winter access can be very difficult due to snow. When the Yampa River exceeds an 18,000 cfs flow rate, the campground will flood.
From the managing agency.
Is Deerlodge Park Campground free?
No. Deerlodge Park Campground charges $14.00.
Can I bring an RV to Deerlodge Park Campground?
Deerlodge Park Campground has 7 sites on record. 0 sites are reservable and 7 are first come.
How do I get to Deerlodge Park Campground?
There is no physical address for this location. The address provided above is for the Canyon Visitor Center. To reach Deerlodge Park Campground, drive west from Craig, Colorado 59 miles (95 km) or east of Dinosaur, Colorado 51 miles (95 km) on Highway 40. At the Dinosaur National Monument sign turn north on to Deerlodge Road (or labeled Dinosaur Park Service Rd on some maps) and drive 17 miles.
What is the weather like at Deerlodge Park Campground?
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.
What are the rules at Deerlodge Park Campground?
Tent-camping only. Each site is limited to 25 people and 4 vehicles. Vehicles & trailers must stay on gravel road or designated parking area. Don't block roads. Build campfires only in fire grates provided. Never leave fires unattended. Ensure fire is completely out and cold before leaving. Collecting wood from the ground or breaking it off trees/plants is prohibited. Use local firewood. Only burn wood, nothing else. Pets must be kept on a leash (6 feet maximum). Pets are allowed at campsites and within 100 feet of roads and parking lots. Don't leave pets unattended or tied to an object. Pets aren't allowed on nearby hiking trails, on the river, or in the backcountry. Fireworks of any kind are prohibited. Don't feed/approach wildlife. Carry water to campsite for washing. Strain wastewater. Pack out all trash, solid food waste, and strained particles. Empty wastewater in vault toilet. Stays are limited to 14 consecutive days. State firearm laws apply. No hunting/shooting allowed.
Nearby
- Deerlodge Park Campground0.0 mi
- East Cross Mountain North Camping10.4 mi
- East Cross Mountain South Camping10.4 mi
- Echo Park Campground25.7 mi
- Gates of Lodore Campground27.5 mi
- Gates of Lodore Campground27.6 mi
- Blue Mountain Plateau Dispersed Site28.6 mi
- Hang-glider Campsite 430.7 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
