Best Camping in Wyoming

Camping in Wyoming

Wyoming is famous for its beautiful, scenic areas, making it a prime destination for campers and adventurers.

See a map of all camping in Wyoming.

National Parks in Wyoming

Perhaps the most popular destination is Yellowstone National Park, which has many campgrounds, including Grant Village Campground, Canyon Campground Yellowstone, and Bridge Bay Campground.

Another popular option is Grand Teton National Park, where you can stay at Gros Ventre Campground, Jenny Lake Campground, or Signal Mountain Campground, known for its views of Jackson Lake and Mount Moran.

Wyoming State Parks

Wyoming State Parks also have recreation options like fishing, geocaching, biking, and hiking. Some state parks have river access for fishing, areas for archery, and designated areas for hunting.

Be sure to bring your camera to take advantage of scenic overlooks and wildlife viewing. You can pitch a tent at a developed tent site (with amenities) or park your RV at an RV site with hookups for the night.

Anglers might like to try Sinks Canyon State Park in west-central Wyoming as it is known for its large rainbow trout. Just be aware that all campsites there are primitive, with only a firepit and picnic table.

Buffalo Bill State Park is a favorite for many because of its varied recreation options, including boating, fishing, geocaching, hunting, a designated area for off-road vehicles, playgrounds, and volleyball courts.

There is an overnight charge fee by vehicle (in addition to any camping fees) at most state parks.

Learn more about Wyoming State Parks.

Wyoming RV Parks

Privately run RV Parks are another option for your Wyoming vacation. The cost may be higher than a state park, but many RV Parks include amenities like cable, wi-fi, and swimming pools. Experienced boondockers often build in a couple of days at an RV Park to "regroup" after enjoying a few days of dispersed camping.

Learn more about Wyoming RV Parks.

Free Camping in Wyoming

There are over two-hundred places to camp for free in Wyoming. All four national forests within Wyoming allow for free dispersed camping, also known as boondocking. Dispersed camping must be done away from developed campgrounds and away from water sources. To protect and share the land, please observe stay limits.

You can enjoy (almost free) backcountry camping in Yellowstone National Park by securing a permit for only $3 a person. You can also camp for free in Wyoming's National Forests.

Dry camping may be allowed in some parking lots but is always subject to manager approval.

Learn more about Free Camping in Wyoming.

Wyoming National Forests

Bridger-Teton National Forest: At over 3.4 million acres of public land, it's hard to imagine a scenario where you wouldn't find a campsite.

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest: This forest is known for several breathtaking routes to explore by car. These scenic byways include Logan Canyon, Nebo Loop, Big Cottonwood Canyon, and Mirror Lake.

Caribou-Targhee National Forest: Bordering both Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, this National Forest is a great basecamp for exploring both national parks.

Other National Forests in Wyoming

Wherever you stay, Wyoming is a great place to enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery in the United States!

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Recent Wyoming Campground Reviews

Evanston, WY

Walmart

Mar 17, 2024

"Nice Store, Loud Parking"

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The Walmart was nice to shop but to be honest, we had to leave. There were MANY semis rolling in and out in the short two hours we stayed. We are so grateful to Walmarts for allowing overnights but I’d leave this one for the semi drivers. There is also a train track on the far side of the lot that is just doing what they do - make noise...
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ThePurpleCanoe
9 reviews
Sinclair, WY

Dugway Campground

Mar 11, 2024

"Awesome!! Great For Big Rigs! Peaceful! "

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We were nervous to try our first BLM spot…but there were so many 5 star ratings, we had to try it out and we were not disappointed!! Only stayed one night on our way, but we were the only ones there!! Peaceful, quiet…clean air. Pros: Right on River, VERY large spots (we are 45’ plus toad and we probably had enough room for another car!), clean,...
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camper-825002
6 reviews
Rock Springs, WY

Walmart

Feb 05, 2024

"Convenient, but Weak Cellular Signal"

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I arrived around 5:30pm on a wintery Monday. There were two tractor trailers and plenty of space at the end of the parking lot. Many food options within a short walking distance. Hardly any cellular signal strength though.

MalcolmQ
1 review
Jan 25, 2024

"Arrive Early, AMAZING FREE Site btw Yellowstone & Tetons!"

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Just follow the road behind Flag Ranch. It does become gravel & get a bit rough in places, but the view is totally worth it. Camp 1 has 4 sites. While we were there in Sept of 23, we were told that each night 4 or 5 "extras" would park there for the night. There are 2 sites in Camp 3. Only 1 of the 4 nights we were there did we have a 3rd car...
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Jan 24, 2024

"MEH!"

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{Date Stayed: April 18-19, 2023} Would stay here again if this is our only choice within the parameters of, 1 night and destination urgency. As far as KOA's are concerned (we are members) this is probably the worst one we've stayed at. The daily price is about $20 higher than others. Granted, the time of year & weather influenced a dark tone...
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The Green Team!!
86 reviews