Deerlodge Park Campground

The Deerlodge Park Area showing red rock cliffs and the Yampa River at the head of Yampa Canyon
A photo of the Deerlodge Park Campground with Fremont Cottonwood trees
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A photo of facility Deerlodge Park Campground showing sandy dirt trails that lead to the walk-in sites

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit

About Deerlodge Park Campground

Deerlodge Park Campground is located 51 mi (52.8 mi) east of the Canyon Visitor Center and 80 mi (80.2 mi) from the Quarry Visitor Center. The campground sits on the Yampa River by the boat ramp at the head of Yampa Canyon. Deerlodge Park Campground is open year-round, but winter access can be very difficult due to snow. When the Yampa River exceeds an 18,000 cfs flow rate, the campground will flood. This is typically during the late spring runoff. Before you camp at Deerlodge Park, check the USGS current Yampa River flow rates and the NOAA Yampa river predicted flow rates   The campground has seven shady walk-in sites suitable for tents. The sites have tables and fire pits. There is drinking water and vault toilets available seasonally, but no showers.   This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you can pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app . Download the free Recreation.gov mobile app on Android or iOS prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.   

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Location & Directions for Deerlodge Park Campground

P. O. Box 128, Jensen, UT 84035 United States

Elevation: 1,711 ft

Getting There

To reach Deerlodge Park Campground, drive west from Craig, Colorado 59 mi (59 mi) or east of Dinosaur, Colorado 51 mi (59 mi) on Highway 40. At the Dinosaur National Monument sign turn north on to Deerlodge Road (or labeled Dinosaur Park Service R...

Nearest town

Jensen, UT - 73 mi

About over 1 hr (72 min) to downtown

Highway access

Deerlodge Park Campground is accessible via Highway 40, located approximately 51 miles east of Dinosaur, CO, and 59 miles west of Craig, CO. From Highway 40, turn north onto Deerlodge Road to reach the campground.

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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