National Monument
Dinosaur National Monument is a National Monument in Colorado, Utah. The NPS currently lists 2 active alerts (2 closures), 6 campgrounds and 3 visitor centers; entrance fees start at $15.
ColoradoUtah National Monument America the Beautiful pass accepted
Updated · NPS Data API
“150 million years ago, dinosaurs roamed here. Their fossils are still embedded in the rocks. Today, mountains, desert, and rivers flowing in canyons support a variety of life. Petroglyphs reveal the lives and connections of Indigenous people to this land. Homesteaders and outlaws found refuge here.”
Active alerts
2
Closures
2
Campgrounds
6
Visitor centers
3
2 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 2 closures, 0 danger, 0 caution and 0 information.
Closure
Echo Park Road is temporarily closed to motorized vehicles from the junction with the Harpers Corner Road to Echo Park Campground due to significant storm damage. The Echo Park Campground is also temporarily closed to camping due to road damage.
Posted or updated Oct 15, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Closure
The Rainbow Park Road, Rainbow Park Campground, and Rainbow Park Boat Ramp are closed as of September 25, 2026 due to significant storm damage until repairs are completed, likely through spring of 2027. The 3/4-mile Rainbow Park Road is closed to vehicles from the junction with the Island Park Road to the Rainbow Park Campground and boat ramp. The Island Park Road remains open to Ruple Ranch.
Posted or updated Sep 24, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Standard Entrance Passes to Dinosaur National Monument are valid for seven consecutive days. Standard Entrance Passes do not cover camping or other use fees such as river permit fees.
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance - Private Vehicle | $25 | Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less) and all its occupants. Admission is good for seven consecutive days. Buy online |
| Entrance - Motorcycle | $20 | Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. You can come and go any time with your seven-day pass. Buy online |
| Entrance - Per Person | $15 | Admits one individual with no car. Typically used for bicyclists, hikers, and pedestrians. Youth 15 and under are admitted free. Buy online |
| Commercial Entrance - Van | $50 | Pass is valid for the day of purchase and the next six days for a vehicle carrying the same group of passengers. |
| Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus | $60 | Pass is valid for the day of purchase and the next six days for a vehicle carrying the same group of passengers. |
| Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach | $150 | Pass is valid for the day of purchase and the next six days for a vehicle carrying the same group of passengers. |
| Entrance - Non-commercial Groups | $25 | Non-commercial group fees (per vehicle): Vehicle capacity of 15 or less: $25 Vehicle capacity of 16-25: $15 per person age 16 and older, not to exceed $60. |
| Entrance - Education/Academic Groups | Free | National Park Service regulations allow school groups and other bona fide national and international academic institutions to obtain a waiver for park entrance… |
| Commercial Entrance - Sedan | $25 | Pass is valid for the day of purchase and the next six days for a vehicle carrying the same group of passengers. |
| Commercial Entrance - Per Person | $15 | Pass is valid for the day of purchase and the next six days for a vehicle carrying the same group of passengers. |
| Pass | Cost | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Entrance - Park | $45 | Recreation.gov |
The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here.
Junior Rangers help to "Explore, Learn, and Protect" our national parks. Anyone can be a Junior Ranger! Once you learn about the monument and the amazing resources found here, you will be able to share your knowledge with friends and family!
Year-round
Bicycling is allowed on any road within Dinosaur National Monument, but is not allowed on any trails. Paved roads within the monument are narrow, and often have no shoulders.
Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed
The 14 mile (23 km) unpaved Echo Park Road takes drivers into the heart of Dinosaur National Monument. This rugged road begins along the Harpers Corner Road, winds through scenic canyon country, and ends near the banks of the Green River at Echo Park.
1-4 Hours Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed
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Activities the NPS lists for Dinosaur.
AstronomyStargazingBikingRoad BikingCampingBackcountry CampingCar or Front Country CampingGroup CampingRV CampingFishingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - AutoHikingBackcountry HikingFront-Country HikingOff-Trail Permitted HikingPaddlingCanoeingCanoe or Kayak CampingKayakingStand Up PaddleboardingWhitewater RaftingJunior Ranger ProgramSkiingCross-Country SkiingWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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The outdoor areas in the monument is open 24 hours per day. Facilities such as visitor centers and the Quarry Exhibit Hall have specific hours of operation.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | All Day |
| Tuesday | All Day |
| Wednesday | All Day |
| Thursday | All Day |
| Friday | All Day |
| Saturday | All Day |
| Sunday | All Day |
Weather: Dinosaur's climate is semiarid with temperatures averaging between 0°F to 30°F in January and 50°F to 100°F in July. Extreme winter low temperatures may reach -40°F and summer highs can top 110°F.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Visitor Center - Colorado | Daily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 970-374-3000 | Yes |
| Quarry Exhibit Hall - Utah | Daily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 435-781-7700 | Yes |
| Quarry Visitor Center - Utah | Daily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 435-781-7700 | Yes |
| Campground | Total sites | Reservable | First-come | RVs | Fee | Reserve |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deerlodge Park Campground | 7 | 0 | 7 | Yes | $14 | — |
| Echo Park Campground | 22 | 1 | 17 | No | $14 | Recreation.gov |
| Gates of Lodore Campground | 19 | 0 | 19 | Yes | $14 | — |
| Green River Campground | 80 | 54 | 27 | Yes, up to 30 ft | $24 | Recreation.gov |
| Rainbow Park Campground | 4 | 0 | 4 | Yes, up to 15 ft | $12 | — |
| Split Mountain Group Campground | 4 | 4 | 0 | Yes | $40 | Recreation.gov |
Site counts and fees are from the NPS campground data. Fees show the first listed rate; availability is not shown here — check the reservation site.
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