Medicine Bow National Forest

With access to mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding and fishing, Pole Creek Campground offers spacious sites that can host up to 50 people. Set amidst the pine forests and a grassland that boasts numerous species of grasses and colorful wildflowers along the landscape in warmer months, take in the natural scenery and enjoy the occasional spot Read more...

In a quiet corner of southeastern Wyoming flows a pristine creek that is perfect for wading and fishing. Libby Creek Aspen Campground is perched right on the shore of Libby Creek, so you can enjoy it’s magical charms round the clock. Rainbow and brook trout are prolific so be sure to bring your fry pan and your lemon juice. When the sun sets, you Read more...

Dispersed throughout the otherwordly Vedauwoo rock formations, its namesake campground is perfect for those that like to blend into their surroundings while still being able to car camp. Pitch your tent among giant boulders of Sherman granite, the view and the climbing will have you falling in love. Yes, rock climbing! Try your hand and foot at sc Read more...

High-elevation lakes rock, and Brooklyn Lake Campground, with its snow-capped-peak view and towering pines, will remind you why that is. Not only is the scenery incredibly sweet here, but you can fish and hike in this natural beauty while glimpsing bobcats, black bears and coyotes passing by. When you see the night sky, you may just be stunned int Read more...

Picture this: you’re standing just below the tree line at over 10,000 feet, gazing out at Wyoming’s Snowy Range. Mossy green trees thickly dot the landscape where you can catch a glimpse of several of the nearby lakes, no matter which direction you turn. Occasionally a fellow hiker passes near, but overwhelmingly it’s just the sounds of snow dripp Read more...

Come experience true wild beauty along Evans Creek under a forest so sweetly green at Miller Lake Campground. Small, but mighty in aesthetics this camp is swirling with fresh air, fresh water, and the opportunity for a fresh catch. Flyfishing for trout is a popular activity here and can provide a delectable meal for you and your company. There’s n Read more...

You never outgrow the playground. . . nature’s playground that is. So why not spend some days rekindling your adventurous spirit at Tie City Campground. Far from the city, this camp is a sweet getaway for mountain bikers and camping enthusiasts alike. Choose a site under dense spruce and aspens or in a pillowed meadow. Choose Tie City. Two miles o Read more...

Find yourself staying at the little drop of heaven, Yellow Pine Campground. Quaint as can be and snug with the neighbs, this is a great place to gather round the campfire. Explore the area or visit the nearby Vedauwoo rock formations for a real eye catchin‘ sight. Come night feel the mountain airs vail of relaxation as you star gaze and roast mell Read more...

Venture to the Spruce Mountain Fire Lookout for breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Medicine Bow Peak, Rob Roy Reservoir, Jelm Mountain and the southern end of the Snowy Range. Historically used for fire suppression, the Spruce Mountain Fire Lookout Tower is now a unique lodging experience in southcentral Wyoming. Aside from the usual Read more...

Providing basic amenities and a ton of consideration, Lake Owen Campground offers campers wooded privacy plus easy lake and road access in a nonetheless totally non-cramped location. Designed to accommodate a moderate number of visitors (including avid fishers, boaters and picnickers) within sight of the gorgeous Snowy Range, the campground sits i Read more...

Retreat to the woods for some R&R at Libby Creek Spruce Campground. If you like your drives scenic then you’ll love the drive in on the Snowy Range Scenic Byway. A treat for the eyes and the soul, this campground has all the amenities needed for a night in the great outdoors. Get to know Libby Creek strolling along its banks or fishing for spo Read more...

Libby Creek meanders through southeastern Wyoming, and Libby Creek Pine Campground is your one stop shop for peace, seclusion, and adventure. Pack your fly rod for a chance to land some beautiful rainbow or brook trout, explore millions of acres in the Medicine Bow National Forest, and recharge your body and soul with some good old fashioned outdo Read more...

Wyoming is already ahead of the game when it comes to getting away from it all. As the 9th largest state, Wyoming acts as a proud home to an absolutely astronomical amount of unspoiled natural beauty, not least of which can be found in Medicine Bow National Forest’s North Fork Campground. Just a short drive from Centennial, North Fork Campground t Read more...

Fans of being out in the middle of nowhere, rejoice! This small, secluded, and rustic campground is well-worth the drive it takes to get here. The sounds of French Creek can be heard as you explore the campground, and your camp crew will be delighted by how much privacy exists between a good chunk of the sites, thanks to aspens and wild rose bushe Read more...

Situated in an oasis of 102 lakes you will never be short of stoked at Nash Fork Campground. Find a site under a shaded wood or open meadow and prepare for a day (or a few) of the best outdoor rec around. Splash around or meditate next to Nash Fork Creek which meanders through the campground. Follow the creek like it were your heart on a peaceful Read more...

In the summer you’ll find wildflowers spilling down the meadow in front of the Little Brooklyn Guard Station to the edge of serene Little Brooklyn Lake. In winter, this same meadow is blanketed in pristine snow– powder perfect for snowmobile enthusiasts, snowshoers and cross-country skiers. Little Brooklyn Guard Station is a unique year-round lodg Read more...

Nestled along the banks of 500 acre Rob Roy Reservoir, its namesake campground sits in a forest of mixed pines, some even overlooking the reservoir. Popular for boating and water-skiing, make Rob Roy your summer getaway. Picture it now: toasty warm sun kissin’ your shoulders, snakin’ on watermelon, and skiin’ wakes. Beware: you may never want to l Read more...

For a unique lodging experience, deep within the Medicine Bow National Forest, the Keystone Ranger Station offers visitors recreation and relaxation. The cabin once served as the District headquarters for the Keystone Ranger District, and has been remodeled to preserve the historic value of the cabin while adding a few comfortable modern amenities Read more...

All about those private wooded sites? Looking for a place to vacation with kids that’s also a vacation for you? Bobbie Thomson Campground, located in a thick stand of lodgepole pines, offers classic campfire camping for families or groups of friends with the bonus feature of gold panning to occupy your time. Douglas Creek is hot for fishing, too, Read more...

Winter tends to linger in this part of the country, so the summers can be chilly, and fall is fleeting. But, if you’re willing to wait out the weather (or willing to brave it) then you’ll be in for a pleasant surprise at Deep Creek Campground. You’ll be next to Deep Creek, along with a lovely meadow. The Rock Creek and Sheep Lake trails are close Read more...

Libby Creek’s Willow Campground is just a little patch of rustic charm hidden in the lodgepole pines. Introverts will enjoy the peaceful solace of the open meadows and wildflowers, and social butterflies will never be lonely amidst the boisterous company of bobcats, elk, moose and coyote. Hike up the nearby overlook for mountain views, but don’t g Read more...

If you’re as head over heels, gaga in love with the outdoors as we are, then you’ll get the same longing chill we get when we think of Pelton Creek Campground. Creekside campsites, two wilderness trails, and your fav camp cocktail (not provided) equals a camptastic spot. Sites are close together so be sure to wave to your neighbors. After your hik Read more...

With one of the most unique accommodations in the Snowy Range, the Snow Survey Cabin is an excellent location (at an elevation of nearly 10,000 feet!) to enjoy everything from warm summer evenings to cross-country ski adventures. This cabin also has historic value, and at one point served as a shelter for snow surveyors. In the summer, a vast high Read more...

You don’t have to be a history buff to find the background at Ryan Park Campground super interesting: it was built in the 1930s and housed German and Italian POWs during World War II! Very little of the grounds from that era remain intact, but the 42 sites and 140-person group site pay homage to the past with little tidbits of history throughout t Read more...

Generally, you aren’t going to head out to Bow River Campground to have a riotous time with your fellow nature lovers. This tranquil spot is all about kicking back and soaking in the relaxation. The heavily-wooded sites offer tons of privacy, oozing that chilled out vibe from the moment you arrive. For some more action head over to the nearby Medi Read more...

If you’ve been hankerin’ to get into the Platte River Wilderness, Six Mile Campground makes for one solid base camp. It’s a popular spot with hikers, anglers, and hardcore river floaters, so you know you’re in for a good time. Hike along the Platte River Trail, or cast your line in the morning, and then spend a lazy afternoon sipping on some libat Read more...

A mere three miles off of the Snowy Range Scenic Byway, Lincoln Park Campground is a small RV friendly campsite along North Brush Creek. The campground is only partially wooded, and there isn’t a ton of privacy between sites, but boy are these campsites roomy. There’s plenty of space to spread out, and one of the two loops in the campground overlo Read more...

Lost Creek campground is right off of State Highway 70, making it a solid choice if you want to get off of the road (though the road is quite scenic, and a destination in it’s own right). The dominant form of vegetation here is grass, so you won’t have lofty trees to serve up privacy and shade. However, there’s plenty to keep you busy outside. Get Read more...

Set against the second-to-none scenery of Laramie Peak, Friend Park Campground offers a secure but super-intrepid experience; Basic amenities along with limited walk-in tent sites and awesome trail access for both motor-happy folk and pedestrians. Whether your aim is fishing, hunting, picnicking or sightseeing, you’re likely to cover a lot of grou Read more...

Once upon a time, the area that is now Bottle Creek’s campground was home to the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps (affectionately known as the CCC) camp. These days, there isn’t a whole lot of civilian work being done at camp — and that’s the beauty of it! Come and enjoy Wyoming’s beautiful Medicine Bow National Forest at this well-shaded cam Read more...

Lace up those waterskiis, we’re headed to the Hog Reservoir! Not that waterskis have laces. . . but anyways! In Medicine Bow National Forest, on the sunny banks of the Hog Reservoir, you’ll find beach-like peace of mind at Wyoming’s Hog Park Campground. Near the Mount Zirkel Wilderness Area and Thunder Basin National Grassland, this spot for tent Read more...

Four miles into the Medicine Bow National Forest, and 6,600 feet above sea level, there’s a small and cozy little campground along La Bonte Creek. Oh, and it’s inside of a canyon, too. This magical place is called Curtis Gulch Campground. While there’s tons of outdoor fun to be had, rock climbers in particular should check this spot out. If you’ve Read more...

Perfect for family reunions or a hunter’s retreat, the Jack Creek Crew Quarters is a large modern facility located in a beautiful area of lodgepole pine, aspen, and mixed conifer forest with fishing, hiking, mountain biking, picnicking, horseback riding and hunting available in the general area. This beautiful two-story log facility is remote, and Read more...

Completed in 1934 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Jack Creek Guard Station sits in a clearing with lodgepole pine, aspen, and mixed conifer, and is a popular location for wildlife viewing, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The Continental Divide National Scenic Trail is approximately five miles west of the Read more...

Wyoming is often overlooked as a camping hot spot, especially with “Colorful Colorado” relatively nearby. But if you want to escape the Colorado crowds and still be in the midst of some stunning scenery, give this state a chance! Case in point: Jack Creek Campground, in the Sierra Madre Range. It’s south of Rawlins, west of Saratoga, and right in Read more...

A small destination with big ideas, Esterbrook Campground is set among scattered trees in a lightly-used but prime location for your favorite outdoor activities. This campground will hook you up directly to the Sunset Ridge Trail as well as nearby access to a motorized trail system for OHV enthusiasts. Everyone from hunters to picnickers is welcom Read more...

You’ll be spoiled for choice out at Campbell Creek Campground, on the only Forest Service land that’s been made available for outdoor recreation on the western side of the North Laramie Range. Mountain biking, fishing, hiking, nature viewing, big game hunting… it’s all a go out here. Spend your days doing your favorite outdoor activities, and then Read more...

100 yards up the county road from the Campbell Creek Campground, La Prele Guard Station is known by locals as a well-loved and special place. The station was built in 1936 to house the LaPrele District Ranger and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. All kitchen, bathroom and cleaning supplies are provided, just bring your own Read more...

The rustic Sandstone Cabin, located in a meadow along the scenic Battle Highway, offers guests unique lodging amongst the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests. Wildlife is abundant in the area, and hiking, fishing, mountain biking, horseback riding and hunting can be found within the vicinity. Battle highway, which passes right by the cabin, is a s Read more...