Rabbit Valley sits among the stunning landscapes of McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area in Colorado . With 10 campsites (RV-friendly up to 30 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jun-aug when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Rabbit Valley located in Colorado, offering 10 camping sites.
Rabbit Valley
A Rural campground in Colorado
Overview
- Site One Is a Group Use Site That Can Accommodate Vehicles Up to 60 Feet in Length.
- Vehicles Longer Than 50 Feet Will Want to Consider Approaching the Campground From the North Via Hwy-6 As the Access Road From I-70 Requires Navigating a Tight Switchback Turn.
- Campsites Can Accommodate Two Vehicles Up to 60 Feet in Length.
- the Campground Can Not Accommodate Vehicles Longer Than 25 Feet.
- Maximum Vehicle Length Is 30 Feet – High Clearance and 4X4 Are Strongly Recommended.
the Monument and Mcnca Along with the Other Public Lands Surrounding the Grand Valley – Formed by the Colorado River Flowing Between Palisade to Loma – Offer Something for Everyone, From Scenic Drives to Hiking, Horseback Riding, Biking, Rafting, Rock Climbing, Wildlife Viewing, and Off-Roading. with Scenic Views of the Colorado River, the San Juan and La Sal Mountains, the Colorado National Monument, and the Western Flanks of the 10,000 Ft.
the Monument and Mcnca Along with the Other Public Lands Surrounding the Grand Valley – Formed by the Colorado River Flowing Between Palisade to Loma – Offer Something for Everyone, From Scenic Drives to Hiking, Horseback Riding, Biking, Rafting, Rock Climbing, Wildlife Viewing, and Off-Roading.
Five Distinct Campgrounds Within Rabbit Valley Were Built for Different User-Types, From Tent Camping Sites That Retain a Secluded Feel to Large Group Sites That Can Accommodate Large Rvs and Trailers. See the “Recreation” Section Under the Facility Information Tab to Find a Campground That Will Meet Your Needs. for Each Campsite, Visitors Need to Read the Allowable Equipment Section for Vehicle Length and Number Limitations for Their Selected Site(S).
Please Note, Roads Are Not Maintained and Can Be Narrow and Rough. Access to Knowles Overlook Is Through a Dry Stream Bed and Changes Quickly with Passing Storms. 4-Wheel Drive and High Clearance May Be Needed to Access Knowles Overlook. the Best Sites for Rvs Are the Koniklos (Equestrian) and Fluffle Campgrounds and Select High North Sites.
Located in Western Colorado, the Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation Area Offers Stunning Views and Endless Recreational Opportunities Ranging From Camping, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, and Off-Roading. Visit Rabbit Valley for an Amazing Outdoor Family Adventure or to Find Solitude on an Amazing Landscape.
the Newly Expanded Campsites and Facilities Are Located with Easy Access to I-70 and Within Minutes of the City of Fruita and Grand Junction, Colorado for Access to Local Amenities.
Fees Associated with Camping Are Directly Invested in the Maintenance, Improvements, and Development of the Rabbity Valley Experience. Reservations Are Required for All Camping Within Rabbit Valley.
Rabbit Valley Offers Recreational Opportunities for Every User. Bring Your ATV, Motorcycle, Mountain Bike or Horse and Enjoy the Expansive Beauty of Western Colorado. Enjoy a Camping Trip with Friends or Family in the Endless Beauty of the Canyons.
Campgrounds by User-Type
- Fluffle Campground
- Groups Sites with Varying Capacities That Can Accommodate Up to Five Vehicles (See Individual Campsite Descriptions for Vehicle Limitations).
- There Are Day-Use Trailer Parking Spaces and a 4-Pen Corral Here As Well.
- All Other Sites Can Accommodate Two Vehicles of Various Lengths, See Individual Site Details for Vehicle Length Limitations.
- Koniklos (Equestrian) Campground
- This Campground Is Intended to Be Used Solely by Visitors Who Visit Rabbit Valley for Horseback Riding.
- Each Site Has an Individual Corral. There Are Also 10 Day-Use Parking Areas and 2 Corrals for Day-Use.
- the Road to This Campsite Is Through a Rocky Wash and Is Not Easily Accessed by Low-Clearance Vehicles.
- Additional Day-Use Parking and Horse Corrals Are Available at the Fluffle Campground.
- Jouflas Campground
- This Campground Is Intended for Tent Camping.
- No Group Sites.
- Knowles Overlook Campground
- This Campground Is Intended to Be Used by Tent and ‘Overland’ Style Campers.
- Be Weather Weary in Visiting This Campsite As Access Is Through a Wash.
- No Group Sites.
Rabbit Valley Area Is Nestled Among Scattered Juniper Trees at the Edge of the Colorado Plateau. Grand Mesa – the Largest Flat-Topped Mountain in the World, Make This a Must-See Area.
This Area Is Known for Its Paleontological Resources with the Family Friendly Hike the “Trail Trough Time.” Here You Can Learn About This Area’S History and Experience Dinosaur Bones on the Landscape Through a Self-Guided Interpretive Hike.
Vegetation Here Is Sparse, with Only Occasional Green-Ups and Wildflower Blooms Following Wet Weather. Average Annual Precipitation Is Less Than 10 Inches. Temperature Extremes Range From Below Zero to 105 Degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures Are More Moderate During the Spring and Fall.
Nearby Attractions
the Rabbit Valley Area Is Just West of Fruita Co, Which Serves As a Hub for Outdoor Recreation on Nearby Public Lands Including the Red-Rock Canyons of Colorado National Monument, and the Rest of the Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation Area (Mcnca) – Home of the Kokopelli Trail System, the Ruby-Horsethief Section of the Colorado River, Black Ridge Canyons Wilderness and the Rabbit Valley Recreation Area. the Grand Valley Is Also Well-Known for Its Orchards, Vineyards and Wineries, and the Distinct and Vibrant Communities of Palisade, Grand Junction, and Fruita.
Charges & Cancellations
Changes May Be Made to Your Reservation Until 24 Hours Before the Reserved Date. a Full Refund, Minus the $8 Reservation Fee, Will Be Given If Canceled 48 Hours Before the First Reserved Date. Please Note, You Cannot Change Your Check-in Date. If You Would Like to Change Your Check-in Date, You Will Need to Cancel Your Entire Reservation and Rebook.
Refunds Will Not Be Given for Undesirable Weather or Road Conditions.
Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 10
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 30 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Colorado
Coordinates: 39.18673, -109.018983
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-202-208-3801
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Hiking|biking|river|trail|group-site|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 12 stations
Nearest Market: DENVER/Colorado Springs
Notes: Signals FROM DENVER/Colorado Springs MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 24 stations (8 AM, 16 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, ADULT Alternative, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KOA 850 Am
Market: DENVER/Colorado Springs
Notes: 8 AM, 16 FM Stations from Denver/Colorado Springs
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Highline Lake State Park
Distance: 11.4 miles away
Address: 1800 11 8/10 Road, Loma, CO
Network: rivian_waypoints
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10227416
- Managing Agency: Bureau of Land Management
- Agency Email: blm_wo_webmaster@blm.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.blm.gov/
- Parent Park: McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area
- Park Website: /parks/mcinnis-canyons-national-conservation-area/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Other
- Parks Post Name: mcinnis-canyons-national-conservation-area
- Parent Park Name: McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area
- Correct Park Type Mapping: mcinnis-canyons-national-conservation-area
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 2.0
- States Covered: Colorado
- Managing Agencies: Bureau of Land Management
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 126.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 3123
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 126.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 3123
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: colorado
- Agency Slug: bureau-of-land-management
- Park Type Slug: other
- Parent Park Slug: mcinnis-canyons-national-conservation-area
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: bureau-of-land-management
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