Established Camping
Split Mountain Group Campground — Dinosaur National Monument
Split Mountain Group Campground, near Jensen, Utah, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Dinosaur National Monument. This campground is right next to the Green River, making it a prime location for rafting groups and nature lovers alike.
The campground offers spacious group sites, each equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for gathering around the fire after a day of adventure. Visitors rave about the stunning scenery, with one camper noting, “It’s a beautiful area located down in the bottom of a canyon,” and many appreciate the clean facilities, including flush toilets and running water.
For outdoor activities, you’re in luck! The area is surrounded by fantastic hiking trails, and the nearby quarry wall exhibit is a must-see. Campers have enjoyed the wildlife, with sightings of deer and bighorn sheep adding to the experience. Just remember, it’s a group campground, so you might have some lively neighbors, especially during peak season.
If you’re planning a visit, keep in mind that the campground operates from mid-April to early October. Whether you’re here for a day trip or a longer stay, Split Mountain Group Campground offers a unique blend of adventure and relaxation in a breathtaking setting.
Description
National Park Service
Dinosaur National Monument
Overview
The Split Mountain Group Campground is located along the banks of the Green River at an elevation of 4,800 feet (. The highly eroded Split Mountain towers over the campground. The campground is near Quarry Exhibit Hall, where you can see 149 million year old dinosaur bones still encased in the rock. Adjacent to the campground is the Split Mountain Boat Ramp where river rafters come off the Green River after trips through Dinosaur National Monument's canyons.
Recreation
Dinosaur National Monument covers over 210,000 acres (84984 ha). Visitor Centers. The monument features two visitor centers - one in Colorado and one in Utah. Quarry Exhibit Hall. You can see over 1,500 dinosaur fossils still in the rock inside the Quarry Exhibit Hall (Jensen, Utah). History & Culture. Numerous cultural sites reveal stories of the people who lived here before and include Fremont petroglyphs, homestead cabins and former ranches. Hiking trails allow in-depth exploration. Hiking . There are miles of trails for hiking and cross-country travel. River Rafting & Boating. Whitewater rafting, both commercial and private, are is popular on the Green and Yampa Rivers. The Yampa River multi-day rafting trips begin at Deerlodge Park. The Yampa rushes downstream 44-miles (71 km) to join the Green River at Echo Park. Boaters continue downstream on the Green River to the take-out at the Split Mountain boat ramp. The Yampa is the largest free-flowing tributary within the Colorado River system. As such, it has a shorter season marked by fluctuations in water level resulting from snow received in the winter. It is characterized by famous rapids such as Teepee, Big Joe and Warm Springs. Raft trips must be arranged in advance. For more information, visit Dinosaur's Commercial Guided River Trips page. Private River Trips require a permit. Scenic Drives. Several roads provide access to key destinations and scenic sites. Scenic drives allow the windshield visitor to see spectacular geology.
Natural Features
The campground is set on a bench along the Green River and is dotted by Fremont Cottonwood and sagebrush. Campsites offer views of Split Mountain. Limited shade is provided by the few trees in the campground.
Nearby Attractions
In addition to the monument, nearby Utah State Parks, the Ashley National Forest, Flaming Gorge National Recreational Area and Bureau of Land Management sites provide additional recreational opportunities in the area.
Charges & Cancellations
No-Shows. A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. If a customer does not arrive at the campground by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees. Refunds Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure. Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card. Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.
Fee Info
Winter Walk in Season is approximately from early October through mid-April. The exact dates are determined by local weather conditions. When weather conditions cause the water system to be shutdown, the Winter Walk In rate of $6.00 per night applies. If the water is on, no matter what time of year it is, the nightly rate is $40.00.
Location
Split Mountain Group Campground — Dinosaur National Monument is located in Utah
Directions
Split Mountain Campground is located approximately 12 miles (19 km) north of US Highway 40. Take Utah State Route 149 from Jensen, Utah.
Address
PO Box 128
Jensen, UT 84035
Coordinates
40.4406611 N
109.2530556 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly