Rabbit Valley
Open year-round. Reservations required for all sites via Recreation.gov. Half of sites book on a six-month rolling window; the other half open four days in advance. No potable water or electricity available. All trash must be packed out. Stays limited to 7 nights per month.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 10:53AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT A strong low pressure system off the Pacific Coast will begin to draw in tropical moisture associated with Topical Storm Rachel this weekend. This strong southerly fetch will draw anomalously high moisture content across the Desert Southwest and into eastern Utah and western Colorado. The chance for widespread precipitation increases Saturday evening into Sunday. Total precipitation forecasts range from 1 to 3 inches across high terrain, with highest amounts favoring the Uintas, Tavaputs and the Southwest San Juan mountains. Embedded thunderstorms are also possible Sunday afternoon, increasing the threat for flash flooding across vulnerable terrain. While confidence in location and rainfall rates remain low at this time, the potential for rapidly rising rivers, streams, normally dry arroyos and slot canyons are possible Sunday through Monday. Please follow the evolving forecast, especially if your plans including recreating or commuting across eastern Utah and western Colorado Sunday onward. Also, keep in mind weather potential above your location and upstream, particularly for those who reside below sensitive terrain like recent burn scars.
About
Rabbit Valley comprises five campgrounds spread across the McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area in western Colorado. Fluffle Campground offers group sites with vehicle capacity up to 60 feet and includes day-use trailer parking and a 4-pen horse corral. High North Campground features a mix of group and standard sites; vehicles over 50 feet should approach from Highway 6 to avoid a tight switchback on the I-70 access road. Koniklos is the dedicated equestrian campground, with individual corrals at each site and additional day-use corrals. Jouflas Campground is tent-focused with a 25-foot vehicle limit, and Knowles Overlook requires high clearance and 4x4 for access through a wash, with a 30-foot maximum. The landscape features scattered juniper trees with views of the Colorado River, La Sal and San Juan Mountains, Colorado National Monument, and Grand Mesa. Vegetation is sparse with less than 10 inches of annual precipitation. Temperature extremes range from below zero to 105°F, with spring and fall offering the most moderate conditions. All camping requires advance reservations through Recreation.gov. Half of sites are available on a six-month rolling window; the remainder open on a four-day window for spontaneous trips. No potable water or electricity is available. Vault toilets are provided, but campers may use EPA-approved portable toilet systems. Pack out all trash including dog waste. Stays are limited to 7 nights per month.
Directions
From I-70, take exit 2 and turn south to the BLM kiosk. Follow signage to specific campgrounds. Vehicles over 50 feet heading to High North should approach from the north via Highway 6 to avoid a tight switchback.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| blm_co_gj_web_mail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (970) 244-3000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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