Bow River Ranger Station

Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG — lakeside

Location: Saratoga, WY, WY

Price: From $135 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Bow River Ranger Station (sleeps 10) is an all electric cabin featuring one full bath equipped with one shower, a double sink and toilet, and a 1/2 bath with a toilet and sink. The cabin boasts a large kitchen equipped with basic pots, pans, dishes and silverware, a small living room, and two bedrooms. The first bedroom provides two bunk beds, and the second bedroom offers two bunkbeds and two twin beds.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Showers, Electric Hookups, Camp Host

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bow-river-ranger-station to be notified when sites open up.

All-electric cabin sleeping 10 with full kitchen, two bathrooms, and two bedrooms with multiple bed configurations. Located in a scenic meadow with outdoor seating area and vault toilet facilities.

Wildlife alert: Moose, American Black Bear, Mule Deer, Sandhill Crane, and Snowshoe Hare present in area within 8km radius

Insider tips for Bow River Ranger Station: Book early - Federal campground with high demand This is a cabin facility, not traditional camping sites Cabin includes full kitchen with basic cookware and dishes included

Skip Bow River Ranger Station if: Looking for sites outside May-October season. Needing RV hookups - no hookups available. Seeking traditional tent camping - only 1 tent site available.

Best time to visit Bow River Ranger Station: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Bow River Campground (Wy) (WY), Deep Creek Campground, Medicine Bow-Routt (WY), Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) (Saratoga, WY), Brooklyn Lake Campground (Laramie, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bow River Ranger Station

Cell signal at Bow River Ranger Station (Saratoga, WY): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Saratoga, WY, WY★ 4.4 (5 reviews)From $135/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Bow River Ranger Station (sleeps 10) is an all electric cabin featuring one full bath equipped with one shower, a double sink and toilet, and a 1/2 bath with a toilet and sink. The cabin boasts a large kitchen equipped with basic pots, pans, dishes and silverware, a small living room, and two bedrooms. The first bedroom provides two bunk beds, and the second bedroom offers two bunkbeds and two twin beds.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsCamp Host

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Looking for sites outside May-October season✕ Needing RV hookups - no hookups available✕ Seeking traditional tent camping - only 1 tent site available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early - Federal campground with high demand

This is a cabin facility, not traditional camping sites

Cabin includes full kitchen with basic cookware and dishes included

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Moose, American Black Bear, Mule Deer, Sandhill Crane, and Snowshoe Hare present in area within 8km radius

Location

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Getting there →

From Interstate 80: Take exit 255 south to the town of Elk Mountain. From Elk Mountain continue south on Carbon County Road 101 for 13 miles to the Forest Boundary. This cabin rests in a meadow at the Forest boundary and can be seen from the road. From Saratoga: Take Highway 130 to Forest Service Road 100 for 16 miles to Forest Service Road 101 for 2 miles and you will arrive at your destination on the lefthand side. From Centennial: Take Highway 130 to Forest Service Road 101 for 28 miles. You

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Bow River Ranger Station cost per night?+
Bow River Ranger Station costs $135 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Bow River Ranger Station open?+
Bow River Ranger Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Bow River Ranger Station have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Bow River Ranger Station?+
Bow River Ranger Station is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Bow River Ranger Station?+
Bow River Ranger Station is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Bow River Ranger Station?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bow River Ranger Station is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Bow River Ranger Station open, and what are check-in times?+
Bow River Ranger Station is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$135 /night★ 4.4 (5)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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