Best Glamping near Rangely, CO

Echo Park Campground in Dinosaur National Monument houses canvas glamping accommodations set against dramatic canyon walls where the Green and Yampa rivers merge. Located near the Colorado-Utah border, this distinctive wilderness glamping site combines rugged natural beauty with comfortable amenities including picnic tables, drinking water, and eco-friendly facilities. One guest noted, "Situated where the Green and Yampa rivers merge, you are surrounded by amazing cliffs with the main feature being Streamboat Rock." Vernal/Dinosaurland KOA offers deluxe glamping options including cabins, yurts, and woody tents with electricity and modern conveniences. Each site features grassy areas, fire rings, and nearby access to clean bathroom facilities with hot showers, creating a luxury camping experience that balances comfort with natural surroundings.

Visitors can enjoy stargazing in the exceptional dark skies above Echo Park, with minimal light pollution enhancing nighttime views. According to a camper, "The star-gazing is excellent." The surrounding Dinosaur National Monument provides opportunities for hiking along riverside paths, exploring petroglyphs, and viewing fossils. At the Vernal KOA, family-oriented amenities include a swimming pool, jump pad, mini golf course, and bike rentals. Both locations offer proximity to dinosaur attractions, with the KOA just minutes from downtown Vernal and its paleontological sites. Echo Park requires high-clearance vehicles to navigate the rugged access road, while the KOA provides more accessible eco-friendly glamping with convenient proximity to town services.

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Glamping Reviews near Rangely, CO

22 Reviews of 3 Rangely Campgrounds


  • Cynthia K.
    Jun. 28, 2022

    Vernal / Dinosaurland KOA

    Close to area atrractions

       This campground is only a few blocks from downtown Vernal, but out of town enough for a rural feel. 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. I requested a spot by the bathroom/shower building & we got a patio site. Very nice site with a propane grill provided. 

       There are 3 bathroom/showers in the campground. One in the office building, one by the pool & one by the tent section. Bathrooms were clean. I used the laundry room without issues. 

       They had a couple of tipis, a woody tent (don't know what that is). 15 tent sites & cabins. The RV sites were basic KOA.- in a row & kind of close. 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. We camped at Vernal/ Dinosaurland KOA Holiday in a Travel Trailer.

  • E
    Oct. 22, 2022

    Vernal / Dinosaurland KOA

    Gorgeous site, lovely host

    The scenery was lovely. Able to pull into the tent site with our Ford E150 no problems, basically no one else in the tent portion of the site (mostly in the RV section). Every site has a fire pit and a picnic table and chairs. Bathrooms were clean, water was hot.

  • G
    Jul. 21, 2022

    Vernal / Dinosaurland KOA

    Typical KOA

    Pretty typical KOA. Bathhouses were clean but a bit worn. They were, however very adequate for the size of the camp. WiFi was better than usual. Some shade. We were in an overflow site with dirt pad but most sites seemed to be gravel. Bring earplugs, lots of road noise at least in the front of the park. If you want great steaks to grill try Unitah meats just down the road.

  • Alexa D.
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Echo Park Campground Group Site — Dinosaur National Monument

    The Campsite that Lives in Infamy

    Enough reviews don't mention mosquitos that I think it must just depend on the day you go. That said, I went with one of my best friends a few years ago and we tell the story of our experience at parties. I go on multi week long road trips and have camped all over the country. So believe me when I say the mosquitos here, depending on the day, are utterly out of control.

    The drive was beautiful but as soon as we got out, we could tell something was wrong. We put on double layers of clothes, bug spray and bug bracelets, and stood in the smoke of the fire we started; the bugs could not care less. We gave up on setting up tents and ran into the car and about 50 mosquitos followed us inside in the second it took to open the doors. We spent at least an hour trying to smack them all, literally covering the walls of her car in blood. After attempting to sleep in the sweltering car that night, we headed out of there before the sun rose. After it all, more of our skin was covered in bug bites than not. I've never seen anything like it.

    It seems like an amazing spot when it's not suffering a plague. I could never roll the dice and try again though.

  • Alex S.
    Jun. 24, 2021

    Echo Park Campground Group Site — Dinosaur National Monument

    Be prepared and rewarded with a great spot

    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.

    With that said if you make out here you’ll find a smaller CG w/ toilets that area clean, water during warmer months, as well as Rangers/hosts nearby that make sure everything is up to snuff.

    Depending on what time of year you go and which site you choose could determine if you get A. Roasted by the sun and heat with no shade or B. Destroyed by mosquitoes.

    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.

    The location is great for hiking and exploring as well as having the river for some fun.

    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 so they’re definitely active here and if hiking the river it gets pretty desolate

    Most sites are drive in but there are a couple walk in sites as well. It’s about 50/50 whether you’ll have shade or not at your site.

    First come first serve which IMO is a bonus and it’s such a haul to get here that usually you’ll have at least one site opened. When we came through here we got the last site so maybe it’s getting more popular as of late.

    Each site has the usual table and fire ring but please check fire restrictions prior to lighting one up as this is a dry area and we want to make sure we do our part to keep it here.

    Also PACK OUT ALL TRASH 👌🏼

  • M
    Jun. 30, 2016

    Echo Park Campground Group Site — Dinosaur National Monument

    Very Nice Spot with Lots of Shade

    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). The spot was clean, but a little close to the road. There was not a ton of traffic, but privacy left something to be desired. The shade was a welcome relief from the hot sun in this area of the country. I was less than impressed with the dishwashing facilities (or lack there of). The bathrooms were also less than optimal. They got dirty fast and were filled with flies. Overall it was a nice level site with everything that you needed. The ranger presentation was also very nice.
    Sleeping there was great. Perfect temperature with very little humidity. The river brings in cool breezes at night so it was wonderful. The park overall is not my favorite, but it was still a lot of fun. I would recommend it for kids for the Dinosaur angle alone. Also since the day hiking is minimal it gives you plenty of time to just hang around and go for a scavenger hunt or play a game.

  • Jason S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 26, 2021

    Vernal / Dinosaurland KOA

    Don’t run from this dinosaur!

    We just had spent a week in Colorado, we chose this camp ground as a stop over on the way home. When we got here the staff was amazing! The place was clean and the amenities were awesome, so awesome we ended up staying here longer than one night so we could enjoy a movie in the park, explore the end of dinosaur days, and relax in this quiet Koa. We are currently planning family camp 2022, and are planning on staying here for a week to explore all the dinosaurs.

  • D
    Jul. 2, 2021

    Vernal / Dinosaurland KOA

    Great spot near the dinosaurs

    Super clean, lots of amenities pool, mini golf, horseshoes…friendly, helpful staff. Only downside pool closed to early at 8 pm.


Guide to Rangely

Echo Park Campground sits at the confluence of the Green and Yampa rivers within Dinosaur National Monument. The remote campground requires navigating unpaved roads that can be challenging during wet conditions. Several visitors report that depending on the season, the area experiences significant mosquito activity that can impact camping experiences.

What to do

Explore riverside trails: At Echo Park Campground, visitors can hike along paths near the Green River. "This is an absolutely amazing place! We were at the regular campsite, but they are very close together. Situated where the Green and Yampa rivers merge, you are surrounded by amazing cliffs with the main feature being Streamboat Rock," notes Bryan P.

Navigate rugged access roads: The drive to Echo Park requires preparation and 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," advises Alex S. The campground sits approximately one hour from the main visitor center.

Observe wildlife with caution: Visitors should remain alert for native wildlife. "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 so they're definitely active here and if hiking the river it gets pretty desolate," warns Alex S.

What campers like

Seasonal water access: Echo Park Campground provides potable water during warmer months. "There was also potable water available when I was there, but it was being shut off 10/17," reports Jeremy A., highlighting the seasonal availability of this amenity.

Night sky viewing: The remote location offers exceptional stargazing conditions with minimal light pollution. "The star-gazing is excellent," notes Jeremy A. about his mid-October visit when the campground was approximately two-thirds full.

Scenic canyon setting: Many visitors appreciate the dramatic landscape. "Great campground. Very pretty location," writes Nicholas S. Jon H. adds, "beautiful cliffs surround one side and the river with amazing views of steamboat rock are on the other," though he notes that "the canyons seemed to form some sort of wind tunnel right thru the campground."

What you should know

Seasonal insect activity: Multiple campers report significant mosquito challenges at 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," warns Alex S. of Echo Park Campground. Another visitor, Alexa D., shared a more extreme experience: "We put on double layers of clothes, bug spray and bug bracelets, and stood in the smoke of the fire we started; the bugs could not care less."

Weather-dependent access: Road conditions vary with weather patterns. Jeremy A. notes, "Road signs say it is 'impassable' when wet. So I wouldn't try coming here when rain is in the forecast, unless you're really prepared."

Site availability fluctuations: The first-come, first-served system at Echo Park means availability varies. "First come first serve which IMO is a bonus and it's such a haul to get here that usually you'll have at least one site opened. When we came through here we got the last site so maybe it's getting more popular as of late," reports Alex S.

Tips for camping with families

Consider alternative accommodation options: For families seeking glamping near Rangely, Colorado with more amenities, Vernal / Dinosaurland KOA offers family-friendly features. "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," reports Cortney M.

Pack appropriate supplies for tent camping: Bring adequate shade structures during summer months. Bryan P. advises, "In the summer months it does get very hot, so be prepared" when camping at Echo Park.

Consider seasonal timing: Families may want to plan visits during shoulder seasons to avoid peak insect activity. Jared R. shares, "When we went the mosquitoes were so bad we cooked our food as fast as we could and ate in the car. We left a day early and the following night at our next camp the kids were having nightmares about mosquitoes."

Tips from RVers

Select appropriate sites for vehicle size: For luxury glamping near Rangely, Colorado with RV access, Vernal / Dinosaurland KOA provides suitable options. "We were in an overflow site with dirt pad but most sites seemed to be gravel," notes George L., adding that there's "lots of road noise at least in the front of the park."

Check campground layout before booking: Cynthia K. explains the RV site arrangement at Vernal KOA: "The RV sites were basic KOA - in a row & kind of close. We had no issues with WIFI. Staff was courteous & they had a lot of area information."

Consider proximity to attractions: Some glamping sites offer convenient access to regional highlights. "This campground is only a few blocks from downtown Vernal, but out of town enough for a rural feel. Some highway noise, but quiets down by nightfall," reports Cynthia K.

Frequently Asked Questions

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