Rainbow Park Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $12.00
- Type
- Campground
- Sites
- 4 total · 0 reservable · 4 first come
- Phone
- (435) 781-7700
- Nearest dump station
- Lily Lake Comfort Station · 90.9 mi
- Coordinates
- 40.4957, -109.1744
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
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. 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.
From the managing agency.
Is Rainbow Park Campground free?
No. Rainbow Park Campground charges $12.00.
Can I bring an RV to Rainbow Park Campground?
Rainbow Park Campground has 4 sites on record. 0 sites are reservable and 4 are first come.
How do I get to Rainbow Park Campground?
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.
What is the weather like at Rainbow 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 Rainbow Park Campground?
Small RVs and truck-top campers permitted. Each site is limited to 8 people and 2 vehicles. All vehicles must stay on gravel road or designated parking area. Do not 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 and/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 or 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.
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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.
