Rabbit Valley
Mcinnis Canyons National Conservation Area
Rabbit Valley Campground offers endless recreational opportunities. Hiking, motorcycle, mountain bike and OHV trails offer days of entertainment for the whole family and all skill levels.
Come to Rabbit Valley for an active outing of recreating and relaxing with family and friends. Access one of the many trails, just a few minutes from any of the campsites.
The trail system and associated camping amenities provide great opportunities to experience the diverse desert terrain and stunning bueaty found on the Western Slope of Colorado. Food, lodging and other amenities are available nearby in the City of Fruita.
Your camping fees pay not only for campground maintenance and improvements, but also for trail construction and maintenance in the Rabbit Valley area.
Need to Know
Campsites are limited to 10 people and two vehicles*
Group sites are limited to 20 people and up to 5 vehicles. Individual group site capacities vary, double check your selected campsite capacities before making a reservation.*
Vehicles must be parked in designated areas, parking off road is not allowed
Stays are limited to 7 days per month.
No firewood gathering is allowed
No water or electricity is available, there are four pit toilets within the campground
All trash, including dog waste, must be packed out
Quiet hours are from 10pm to 6am. Please respect other campers
Reservations are required for all camping within the campground
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.
Check out time is 12:00, noon
*Vehicle will be defined as freeway legal transportation used to access the site (i.e. car, truck or
motorcycle). This does not include associated camper trailers, OHV trailers and OHVs.
Natural Features
The Rabbit Valley Campground is nestled among scattered juniper trees at the edge of the Colorado Platue. The campground is nesttled within the canyons of McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area, within easy access to I-70. 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. Grand Mesa - the largest flat-topped mountain in the world, make this a must see area.
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 Campground 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 adjoining 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 Monument and NCAs 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. The Grand Valley is also well-known for it's orchards, vineyards and wineries, and the distinct and vibrant communities of Palisade, Grand Junction, and Fruita.
Recreation
Rabbit Valley offers recreatioal opportunites 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.
Changes & 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.
Contact Information
Mailing
2815 H Road Grand Junction CO 81506
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 970-244-3000
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From I-70, take exit 2 and turn south until you come to the BLM kiosk. Follow the map and directions to specific campgrounds and loops.
Available Campsites
- Site High North 2, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 15, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 10, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 3, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 2, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 1, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 4, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 11, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 10, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 10, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 8, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 13, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 6, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 9, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 14, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 3, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 7, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 16, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 9, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 16, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 2, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 12, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 11, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 6, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 15, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 6, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 12, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 20, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 11, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 2, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Equestrian 3, Loop Equestrian, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 20, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 14, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 5, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 14, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 13, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 12, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 9, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 22, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 3, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 7, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 4, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 17, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 24, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 5, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 8, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 4, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 6, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 8, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 23, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 8, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 10, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 17, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 5, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 5, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 9, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 11, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 1, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Equestrian 1, Loop Equestrian, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 25, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site High North 7, Loop High North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 4, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Equestrian 2, Loop Equestrian, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 19, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 21, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 3, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 1, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 18, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 18, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 12, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 1, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Jouflas 13, Loop Jouflas, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 19, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Knowles 7, Loop Knowles, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Fluffle 13, Loop Fluffle, Type Standard Nonelectric
