🚣 River
Gates of Lodore / Green River (Dinosaur NM)
About This Permit
The Green River through Gates of Lodore carves a dramatic 17-mile canyon into the Uinta Mountains before widening through Echo Park and Split Mountain. The 44-mile trip from Lodore to Split Mountain is a classic multi-day desert river run with Class III–IV rapids and spectacular red-rock scenery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Gates of Lodore and the Yampa?
Gates of Lodore follows the Green River and has a longer permit season (mid-May through mid-September) than the snowmelt-dependent Yampa. The Green River trip is approximately 44 miles; the Yampa is 71 miles. Both use the same Dinosaur NM permit system (facility 250014).
How long is a Gates of Lodore river trip?
Typically 4–5 days from the Gates of Lodore Campground put-in to the Split Mountain takeout. Camping at Echo Park (the confluence of the Yampa and Green) is a highlight.
How do I apply for a Gates of Lodore launch date?
Through the same lottery as the Yampa: apply December 1 – January 31 on recreation.gov, specifying Green River / Lodore as your desired river. Rolling first-come dates open March 1.
Key Facts
- State
- CO
- Float Season
- High-use: mid-May – mid-September
- Launch Quota
- 25 persons max per launch
- Put-in
- Gates of Lodore Campground (put-in)
- Take-out
- Gates of Lodore Launch Site
- Difficulty to get permit
- 3/5(Competitive)
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