Hiking The River Trail In Dinosaur National Monument
The River Trail links the Green River and Split Mountain Campgrounds on the Utah side of Dinosaur National Monument.
The trailhead at the Green River Campground is located at the northern end of Loop A, while in the Split Mountain Campground, it is past the dark sky viewing area.
This out-and-back trail covers 3 miles round-trip, with about 350 feet of elevation gain. There is one particularly steep climb that will definitely get your heart rate up.
Leashed pets are welcome on the trail, but please remember to clean up after them.
Throughout the hike, visitors are treated to stunning views of Split Mountain, the Green River, and Cub Creek Valley. In spring, the surrounding slopes come alive with colorful wildflowers.
The trail is also an excellent spot for wildlife viewing and birdwatching.
This is a must-do hike that shouldn’t be missed during your visit.
Since there is no shade along the trail, be sure to wear sunscreen and bring plenty of water.
This area is home to bears and mountain lions, so stay prepared by carrying bear spray.
