Steinaker State Park Campground houses premium glamping accommodations including a cabin and yurts with scenic views of the lake and surrounding landscape. The Dippy Cabin provides a private drive, mini fridge, microwave, full-size bunk beds, porch, and grill, while the yurts offer comfortable alternatives to traditional camping. Vernal / Dinosaurland KOA features tipis and "woody tents" among its glamping options, with many sites including propane grills, picnic tables, and fire pits. Both locations provide access to clean restrooms and shower facilities, with Steinaker State Park offering particularly well-maintained facilities that campers consistently praise in reviews. The canvas accommodations at these locations blend outdoor experiences with resort-style comforts. One guest shared, "Wow! We spent 3 nights at Dippy Cabin and what a fantastic place! Amazing views, private drive, mini fridge, and microwave. Full size bunk beds, porch, and grill. Absolutely fantastic."
Dinosaur National Monument's Echo Park Campground Group Site provides a more rustic eco-friendly glamping experience with access to spectacular natural features including Steamboat Rock and the river horseshoe formation. The campground sits amid dramatic cliffs and water features that create memorable settings for overnight stays. Visitors can explore nearby petroglyphs, caves, and fossil sites within the monument. Steinaker State Park offers water recreation with swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities directly from the glamping campsites. The park features walking trails, pavilions, and picnic areas with grills. A visitor noted, "This is a great recreation area close to the town of Vernal, about 5 miles out. There is a lake for fishing, swimming and water sports. There is a nice beach with pavilions and picnic sites." Most glamping accommodations in the area require reservations, with Steinaker State Park's premium options booking quickly during summer months.
"This was a great weekend trip to Dinosaur. I had reserved a camping spot near the river with plenty of shade. It was an excellent choice (learned my lesson on shade in Sand Dunes)."
"A handful of spots to set up camp. Bumpy road to the bottom but nothing unmanageable. Easy river access and cool hikes. Most of them have shade and there’s easy access to bathrooms and water spigots."
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"Amazing views, private drive, mini fridge, and microwave. Full size bunk beds, porch, and grill. Absolutely fantastic."
"This is a great recreation area close to the town of Vernal, about 5 miles out. There is a lake for fishing, swimming and water sports. There is a nice beach with pavilions and picnic sites."
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"Some highway noise, but quiets down by nightfall. This campground had a good feel to it IMO. Not super large, but almost all the sites were pull through."
"Every site has a fire pit and a picnic table and chairs. Bathrooms were clean, water was hot."
from $29 - $72 / night
"The camp limit is 16 days and we pull our campers around this huge area when required. Circle Camp as we have named it is a popular site and your lucky to score it anytime during the summer months."
"Nice large area in the trees on edge of a large open meadow grassy area. Signs note only two group areas but one in center seems to have all the shade and the tables."
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"Camping spots are to close to each other. Bathrooms located in the campground and by the boat dock are kept clean. Short walk to the lake. Great fishing!"
"Campground Review: East Park is a great campground located right next to the lake. They have several bathroom facilities. Graveled road and sites available for RV or tents."
LegendGets crowded during day with rafting OF. Beautiful CG in the canyon on the river. I had no issue with my 32 ft rig navigating the roads. Fishing, hiking and nature all around. Mosquitoes get annoying early morning and sunset. But the nights are beautiful and peaceful.
LegendClean and well maintained. Friendly staff. A mile from downtown Vernal. Close to Ashley National Forest and Dinosaur National Monument.
LegendVery quiet and peaceful. Sites are spacious. Boat ramp and fishing. No swimming signs posted. Beautiful night skies.
RangerThis is a nice campground in desert like surroundings. There is a central bathrooms with individual shower rooms that are really clean. There are vault toilets scattered throughout. The space are mostly drive through, which is nice. This campground is close to all the main scenic routes and hikes.
GuideA handful of spots to set up camp. Bumpy road to the bottom but nothing unmanageable. Easy river access and cool hikes. Most of them have shade and there’s easy access to bathrooms and water spigots. Watch for ant piles though!
GuideDrove the Yampa Bench Road and stayed at Echo Park Campground. Lovely cliffs surrounding the campground . Friendly camp host and plenty of open sites.
TravelerThis is in a GREAT location, and was perfect for a one-night stay on the road. I imagine it would also be great for a visit to the nearby Park. Main Street is 1 mile away, and has many restaurants and shops. Bathrooms were clean. Inexplicably, however, the park smelled like fish: like the leftovers from a fish-centric farmer’s market, or like someone had been cleaning fish all over the park.
LegendOne would expect a better condition at a KOA holiday campground. Unfortunately this campground has been well used and not maintained very well. In fact I have stayed at KOA Journey campgrounds that were in significantly better condition.
The one positive is that the camp store and the people running it are very nice.
GuideCampground of 31 sites, with pit toilets but also has a flush toilet/4 shower building. And dump station. Very pleasant cg around a smallish lake near Vernal, UT. Friendly manager of park.
Glamping in Dinosaur, Colorado offers visitors access to unique desert landscapes at elevations between 5,000-8,000 feet. The region experiences hot summers with temperatures often reaching 90°F and cold winters that can drop below freezing. The area sits at the intersection of the Colorado Plateau and Rocky Mountains, creating dramatic geological formations that complement luxury camping experiences.
Hike through Echo Park: Echo Park Campground in Dinosaur National Monument offers access to stunning geological formations. "This site is pretty central in the whole Dinosaur National Park geography about an hour from the main visitor center. We definitely needed a high clearance vehicle for the dirt road to get to it but evidently the road conditions vary a bit season to season," notes camper Amber A.
Fish at nearby lakes: East Park Campground sits adjacent to a stocked fishing lake. "Great fishing! Although I would recommend that you go over by the dam for the best fishing. The fish are stocked and it's kinda neat to watch the trucks unload them on the boat dock," says Cortney M. who frequently visits East Park Campground.
Star gaze in remote settings: The minimal light pollution makes for exceptional night sky viewing. "The star-gazing is excellent. The campsite was not, unfortunately, right on the river, although there is a reservable group campsite on the water, available for rafters," writes Jeremy A. about his Echo Park experience.
Clean facilities: Steinaker State Park Campground consistently receives praise for its maintenance. "The showers and bathrooms were spotless, and the dumpsters were very convenient," reports Kelda C. about her stay at Steinaker State Park.
Recreation variety: Families appreciate the multiple activity options. "This campground has a good feel to it. Not super large, but almost all the sites were pull through. I requested a spot by the bathroom/shower building & we got a patio site," writes Cynthia K. about her visit to Vernal/Dinosaurland KOA.
Geological features: The unique rock formations draw many visitors. "This is an absolutely amazing place! Situated where the Green and Yampa rivers merge, you are surrounded by amazing cliffs with the main feature being Steamboat Rock," writes Bryan P. about Echo Park Campground.
Road conditions: Access to some luxury camping sites requires appropriate vehicles. "First and foremost I'd recommend only cars and suvs with 4wd to make the trek down to this spot. The road here is not made for bigger camping rigs or anyone that's lacking experience driving off-road," warns Alex S. about Echo Park Campground.
Seasonal considerations: Water availability varies throughout the year. "There was also potable water available when I was there, but it was being shut off 10/17," notes Jeremy A. regarding late-season glamping at Echo Park.
Insect activity: Mosquitoes can be problematic during certain times. "I've camped at hundreds of places and this spot is one of the worst I've been to as far as mosquitoes are concerned so prep yourself for that," advises Alex S. about Echo Park Campground.
Activity centers: Look for campgrounds with multiple recreation options. "What I liked about this campground were all the activity options they gave you, unlike some other KOA's I've stayed at. There was a small but functional K-9 park, a kids park, a swimming pool, a jump pad, and they had bike/3 wheeler rentals, and a mini golf coarse," shares Cortney M. about Vernal Dinosaurland KOA.
Wildlife awareness: Teach children about safe wildlife practices. "I will advise to be lion and bear aware down here also. During my hike with my son we came upon a Lion kill site (deer) and then on a later hike had clear fresh tracks of a lion," cautions Alex S. from Iron Springs Group Campground.
Ranger programs: Take advantage of educational opportunities. "The ranger presentation was also very nice. Sleeping there was great. Perfect temperature with very little humidity," reports Marissa W. about her Echo Park experience.
Site selection: Many glamping locations offer varying levels of privacy. "Paved road goes all the way around the park. Some sites are close but others are set alone for privacy. Short hilly walk to the lake depending on which site you're in," advises Cortney M. about Steinaker State Park.
Seasonal booking: Reserve luxury accommodations well in advance for summer stays. "This campground fills up fast during the summer weekends so keep that in mind and get up there early," notes Cortney M. about East Park Campground.
Hookup availability: Check specific site amenities before booking. "We had no issues with WIFI. Staff was courteous & they had a lot of area information. I especially liked the day trips that were numbered," shares Cynthia K. about the RV sites at Vernal/Dinosaurland KOA.
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