Jones Hole 2 Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Jones Hole 2 camping area in northeastern Utah offers established, free, first-come, first-served sites within Dinosaur National Monument—no reservations or permits required.


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Summary

Expect basic amenities: pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, but no water or RV hookups (tent camping only). The campground sits in a scenic canyon with lush cottonwoods and a trout-filled creek, offering a peaceful, remote experience. Popular nearby activities include fly fishing on Jones Hole Creek, exploring the Jones Hole Trail to Ely Creek Falls, and spotting ancient petroglyphs. Best visited spring through fall for mild weather and flowing water. It's a quiet, shaded retreat perfect for hikers and anglers seeking solitude.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Jones Hole 2GREEN RIVER NEAR JENSEN Preview Green River Near Jensen
1230.0cfs
1230cfs
Jones Hole 2BIG BRUSH CREEK ABV RED FLEET RES Preview Big Brush Creek Abv Red Fleet Res
9.41cfs
9cfs
Jones Hole 2YAMPA RIVER AT DEERLODGE PARK Preview Yampa River At Deerlodge Park
215.0cfs
215cfs
Jones Hole 2ASHLEY CREEK NEAR VERNAL Preview Ashley Creek Near Vernal
21.8cfs
22cfs
Jones Hole 2ASHLEY CR ABV SP NR VERNAL UT Preview Ashley Cr Abv Sp Nr Vernal Ut
4.2cfs
4cfs
Jones Hole 2GREEN RIVER NEAR GREENDALE Preview Green River Near Greendale
847.0cfs
847cfs

Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

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JENSEN COOP
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DINOSAUR 0.3 SW
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KING'S CABIN
188.0"
188"
NOHRSC KING'S CABIN
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TROUT CREEK
194.0"
194"
TROUT CREEK
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