Dinosaur National Monument

Dinosaur National Monument is a United States National Monument spanning from Northwestern Colorado into Northeastern Utah.

Dinosaur National Monument Halal Travel Guide

Allosaurus-fossilized skull - 370px|Allosaurus skull at Dinosaur National Monument

The monument was created in 1915 to protect an extensive deposit of fossilized dinosaur skeletons as well as pictographs dating back 10,000 years. The monument is divided into two neighborhoods and the Canyon Area on the east side and the Dinosaur Quarry on the west side. Each neighborhood has its own visitor center. Pets are allowed inside the monument but must be on a leash no longer than 6 ft (1.8 m). Pets are not allowed inside any buildings or on any hiking trails.

History

Dinosaur National Monument's cultural history dates back 10,000 years. The Yampa and Green Rivers have provided water for survival in an arid country. Indian rock art in the form of petroglyphs and pictographs provide evidence that many Muslim have come before modern travellers. The Fremont Indians lived in the canyons in Dinosaur National Monument 800 - 1,200 years ago. Following the Fremont were the Ute and Shoshone, who are still live in the area. Early settlers left their mark on the landscape with their homesteads. Those who had access to the rivers and a constant flow of water survived, while others dried up with drought and moved away. Now, many of the remains of homesteads are found alongside the Indian art work of the past.

The park's value as a site for dinosaur remains was established when paleontologist Earl Douglass first came to Utah looking for mammal fossils. He returned in 1909 and discovered an immense deposit of dinosaur bones, now protected at Dinosaur National Monument. Although made famous by dinosaurs, Douglass died preferring his beloved mammal fossils over dinosaurs.

How is the Landscape of Dinosaur National Monument

This part of Utah and Colorado is rocky-desert, with sinuous canyons deep-cut by rivers.

How is the Climate in Dinosaur National Monument

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Dinosaur's climate is semiarid with temperatures averaging between 0°F (-17°C) to 30°F (-1°C) in January and 50°F (10°C) to 100°F (38°C) in July. Elevations within the park vary between 4700 and 9000 feet. Winter snow makes roads at higher elevations impassable while only light to moderate snow is found at lower elevations. Summer thunderstorms often cause heavy downpours and localized flooding, but may fail to dampen parched soils less than a mile away.

How to travel to Dinosaur National Monument

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By road

Both neighborhoods of the Monument are accessed via U.S. Highway 40. From Salt Lake City, take I-80 east to US 40 east, about 4 1/4 hours and 185 mi (297 km). From Provo, take US 189 north to US 40 east, about 4 hours and 166 mi (267 km). From Denver, take I-70 west, to SR 9 north and then to US 40 west, about 5 hours and 285 mi (459 km).

Fees and permits

Fees are charged from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. All permits are valid for seven days.

• Private passenger vehicle - $10
• Motorcycle - $5 for single rider, $10 for double rider
• Hiker/bicyclist - $5

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Get Around

Harpers Corner Road is closed from mid-December to roughly Easter due to snow at the higher elevations.

All dirt roads in the park are clay based and impassable when wet, even with four-wheel drive vehicles. These roads are Echo Park Road, Yampa Bench Road, Island Park Road and the road into Gates of Lodore. These roads are not maintained in the winter and can be impassable due to snow. The use of chains on wet clay roads renders the roads all but impassable for those who follow. Waiting for several hours will allow the roads to dry, leaving them in drivable condition for all visitors.

What to see in Dinosaur National Monument

Dinosaur Quarry neighborhood

tourists examine Wall of Bones, Dinosaur National Monument, Quarry Building 2012 - Visitors appreciating the Wall of Bones in the Dinosaur Quarry Visitor Center

• Dinosaur Quarry Visitor Center | Highway 149 north of Jensen 40.43819, -109.30699 North of Highway 40 ☎ +1 435 781-7700 Opening Hours: Labor Day-Memorial Day Weekend: Daily - 8:30AM Monday - 4:30PM, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day; Memorial Day Weekend-Labor Day Weekend: daily - 8:30AM Monday - 5:30PM - The Dinosaur Quarry neighborhood contains rich deposits of fossilized dinosaurs skeletons, most of which are under the protective covering of the Permanent Quarry Visitor Center.

Canyon Area neighborhood

• Canyon Area Visitor Center | 4545 Highway 40, Dinosaur, UT 40.24364, -108.97492 2 miles east of Dinosaur to Harpers Corner Road, north on Harpers Corner Road, first right into the parking lot ☎ +1 970 374-3000 +1 970 374-3003 Opening Hours: October 29-May 1: Closed; May 2-Memorial Day Weekend: 8:30AM Monday - 4:30, closed Monday - Tu; Memorial Day Weekend-August 30: daily - 8:30AM Monday - 4:30PM; September 1-October 26: 8:30AM Monday - 4:30PM, closed Monday - Tuesday The Canyon Area is a region of deep, twisting canyons. Petroglyphs can be seen here but the neighborhood contains no dinosaur fossils.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Dinosaur National Monument

Take a Hiking Tour in Dinosaur National Monument

Each neighborhood has numerous trails of varying length and difficulty.

• Dinosaur Quarry District - 6 trails ranging from 1/2 mi (0.8 kilometers) to 3 mi (4.8 kilometers).

• Canyon Area District - 4 trails ranging from 1/4 mi (0.4 kilometers) to 8 mi (13 kilometers), one of which is handicapped-accessible.

River rafting

The Green and Yampa Rivers pass through the monument, offering Class III and Class IV rapids. Unless you are an experienced river rafter, do no attempt without a professional guide.

• Private boats - $15 application fee, plus $20 for a one-day permit or $185 for a multi-day permit.

• Commercial guide trips - See the Dinosaur NM website for a current list of authorized commercial guides.

Halal Restaurants

There are no restaurants within Dinosaur National Monument. However, several picnic areas provide a relaxing atmosphere with a view. Picnic areas are located:

• Near the Split Mountain boat ramp along the Tour of the Tilted Rocks self-guided auto tour near the Temporary Visitor Center.
• At the Josie Bassett Morris homestead at the end of the Tour of the Tilted Rocks self-guided auto tour near the Temporary Visitor Center.
• At Plug Hat Butte along the Harpers Corner Auto Tour road in the Canyon Area of the park.
• At the Canyon Overlook along the Harpers Corner Auto Tour road in the Canyon Area of the park.
• At the Harpers Corner Trailhead along the Harpers Corner Auto Tour road in the Canyon Area of the park.

Nearby communities offer a variety of dining options.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Lodging

There is no lodging within Dinosaur National Monument. However and the nearby communities of Vernal, Dinosaur and Rangely have lodging. Obtaining lodging in the area can be difficult; it is recommended that you reserve lodging ahead of time if you plan on staying in the area overnight.

Camping Places

Dinosaur Quarry neighborhood

• Green River Campground | 5 mi (8 kilometers) east of the Temporary Visitor Center 40.42161, -109.24611 $12/night Open from mid-April to mid-October. 88 tent or RV spaces (no hookups). Drinking water and flush toilets are available but there are no showers.

• Split Mountain Group Campground | At the Split Mountain boat ramp 40.44350, -109.25499 4 mi (6 kilometers) east of the Temporary Visitor Center ☎ +1 435 781-7759 $25/night Open from mid-April to mid-October. 4 group sites, up to 20 people per site. Flush toilets and drinking water are available but there are no showers. Reservations are required. In the off-season, general camping is allowed without reservation for no charge; However and there is only a vault toilet available and there is no water.

• Rainbow Park Campground | Near Green River boat ramp 40.49602, -109.17623 26 miles from the Temporary Visitor Center 4 tent sites, no water, vault toilet. The road to the campground is a dirt road and is impassible when wet.

Canyon Area neighborhood

• Echo Park Campground | Near confluence of Green and Yampa Rivers 40.52092, -108.99547 38 miles north of the Canyon Area Visitor Center ☎ +1 435 781-7759 Mid-April to Sept: $8/night; Sept. to mid-April: Free 22 tent sites, one being handicapped-accessible. One group site, up to 20 people. Running water (from mid-April to Sept.), vault toilets, no showers. High-clearance vehicles are required to access the campground and the last 13 mi (21 kilometers) are on a dirt road. Reservations are not required except for the group site (call for reservation)

• Gates of Lodore Campground | Near Lodore boat ramp on the Green River 40.72830, -108.88936 Head of Lodore Canyon, 106 mi (170 m) north of the Canyon Area Visitor Center - Mid-April to Sept: $8/night; Sept. to mid-April: Free 17 tent or RV sites, no hookups. Running water (from mid-April to Sept.), vault toilets, no showers.

• Deerlodge Campground | Near boat ramp at the head of Yampa Canyon 40.44667, -108.51507 53 mi (85 kilometers) east of the Canyon Area Visitor Center - Mid-April to Sept: $8/night; Sept. to mid-April: Free 7 tent sites. Running water (from mid-April to October.), vault toilets, no showers.

Backcountry

Most of Dinosaur National Monument's 210,000 acres is proposed wilderness. With proper planning, a backcountry trip at Dinosaur can be a wonderful experience of solitude and serenity. Wilderness camping is allowed with a free permit that can be obtained at the visitor center or by phone (+1 435 781-7700 or +1 970 374-3000).

The park's backcountry rules are that you must have a permit and adhere to the following restrictions:

• Campsite must be at least one mile from developed areas, like the Dinosaur Quarry and boat ramps.
• Campsite must be at least 1/4 mile from roads.
• Campsite must be at least 1/4 mile from hiking trails.
• Campsite must be at least 300 feet from water.
• Campsite must be at least 1/4 mile from cultural sites.
• Campsite must be at least 1/8 mile from the Green or Yampa rivers. (River campsites are closed to visitors during the high-use river-running season, which is the second Monday in May until the second Friday in September.)

There is one designated backcountry camping area within the park which must be reserved in advance:

• Jones Hole Creek | Confluence of Jones Hole Creek and Ely Creek, along the Jones Hole hiking trail ☎ +1 435 781-7700 Free 2 sites that accommodate up to 8 people at each. Water from creek, vault toilet, pack trash out. Reservation required.

Stay Safe

Vehicle

Keep your vehicle's gas tank above half-full. Distances can be deceptively long between services. Watch for wildlife on monument and nearby roads. Wildlife can be abundant along roads during all seasons. Please observe speed limits and be aware of wildlife in the road corridor. Four wheel drive may not be enough on some monument roads. Many park roads are clay-surfaced (unpaved), and become impassable when wet no matter what kind of vehicle you have. Get weather and road condition reports before traversing park roads.

Weather

Dinosaur is a land of extremes; please dress appropriately for the season. Summer temperatures can soar over 100°F (38°C); winter temperatures can drop well below 0°F (-18°C). Summer nighttime temperatures can be cool. Dress appropriately, including proper shoes and headwear, use sunscreen. Dressing in non-cotton layers allows you to add and remove clothing as needed while not retaining moisture that can lead to hypothermia.

Always carry and drink plenty of water. Extreme temperatures, high elevation, and an arid landscape can lead to rapid water loss. Many locations may not have water readily accessible and may require backpackers and hikers to carry fresh water. All water gathered in the monument must be treated before consumption.

Trails

Watch your step. Trails are often rocky and uneven, and other hazards may be present. Slow down, enjoy the scenery, and watch your step.

Carry food with you. At higher elevations your body must work harder than at lower elevations; more work means more calories burned. The monument ranges from 4700 feet to over 9000 feet in elevation. Salty foods can replace electrolytes lost through sweating. Eating helps your body use water efficiently.

Afternoon thunderstorms during summer are common, and lighting can strike from miles away. During summer thunderstorms avoid high, bare rock surfaces to prevent being struck by lightning. If caught outside find the lowest point feasible that is not near a tree or other tall object, and make yourself small.Also be aware of flash flooding in canyons; a storm miles away can send a wall of water raging down a canyon, flooding it within minutes, emptying just as fast.

Wildlife

Most wildlife is more scared of you than you are of them. You might, however, surprise or startle wildlife or accidentally make an animal feel threatened. Watch where you walk; if you do come across wildlife, give it plenty of space and an escape route. Small children and pets may be particularly vulnerable – keep your group together at all times. Be wary of animals that are being aggressive.

Snakes are an important and beneficial part of the ecosystem. Most snakes found in the monument are non-poisonous, but two are poisonous: the midget faded rattlesnake, and prairie rattlesnake. Snakes, like all wildlife in the monument, should be observed and enjoyed from a safe distance.

Plants can bite, too. Many plants, including cactus, greasewood, Russian thistle, and others can scratch, stick, or otherwise be dangerous. Watch where you put your hands and feet.

More Muslim Friendly Destinations from Dinosaur National Monument

• Jensen - The closest town to the park borders, offering limited services.
• Vernal - This town in Utah is southwest of the park's borders.
• Dinosaur - In Colorado southeast of the park's entrance.
• Rangely - In Colorado to the southeast of the town of Dinosaur.

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