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Brush Creek Pavilion

Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG — lakeside, hiking

Location: Saratoga, WY, WY

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Located within walking distance to the Brush Creek Visitor’s Center and the Brush Creek Hiking/Ski Trails, the Brush Creek Pavilion is an aproximately 32 feet by 40 feet structure with 6 picnic tables with additional space within the Pavilion for vistors to set up their own small portable tables and chairs. The maximum capacity at the Pavilion is 75 people. Adjacent to the Pavilion is one barbeque grill, and outside of the Pavilion is a fire ring.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/brush-creek-pavilion to be notified when sites open up.

Brush Creek Pavilion offers a unique covered structure with picnic tables and a fire ring, positioned within walking distance to the Brush Creek Visitor's Center and extensive hiking/skiing trails. This federal campground accommodates groups up to 75 people with access to multiple recreational activities year-round.

Wildlife alert: Shiras Moose, Wapiti, and Mule Deer present in area; also Mountain Chickadee, Dusky Grouse, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Brush Creek Pavilion: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Pavilion accommodates groups up to 75 people with 6 built-in picnic tables plus space for portable furniture Walking distance to Brush Creek Visitor's Center and hiking/ski trail access

Skip Brush Creek Pavilion if: Need hookups - no hookups available. Travel outside May-October - seasonal operations only. Require private overnight camping - this is a pavilion facility with 1 tent site.

Best time to visit Brush Creek Pavilion: May-October — Verified operational season per RIDB data.

Nearby campgrounds: Brush Creek Work Center Barrack (SARATOGA, WY), South Brush Creek Campground (Wy) (Saratoga, WY), Ryan Park (Saratoga, WY), Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) (Saratoga, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Brush Creek Pavilion

Cell signal at Brush Creek Pavilion (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 (0 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Located within walking distance to the Brush Creek Visitor’s Center and the Brush Creek Hiking/Ski Trails, the Brush Creek Pavilion is an aproximately 32 feet by 40 feet structure with 6 picnic tables with additional space within the Pavilion for vistors to set up their own small portable tables and chairs. The maximum capacity at the Pavilion is 75 people. Adjacent to the Pavilion is one barbeque grill, and outside of the Pavilion is a fire ring.

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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.
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables

    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:✕ Need hookups - no hookups available✕ Travel outside May-October - seasonal operations only✕ Require private overnight camping - this is a pavilion facility with 1 tent site

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

    Pavilion accommodates groups up to 75 people with 6 built-in picnic tables plus space for portable furniture

    Walking distance to Brush Creek Visitor's Center and hiking/ski trail access

    Best: May-October

    Verified operational season per RIDB data

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    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: Shiras Moose, Wapiti, and Mule Deer present in area; also Mountain Chickadee, Dusky Grouse, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake documented within 8km.

    Location

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    (307) 326-5258· Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG
    Getting there →

    Located behind the Brush Creek Visitor Center along the Snowy Range Byway

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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.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Brush Creek Pavilion cost per night?+
    Brush Creek Pavilion costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Brush Creek Pavilion open?+
    Brush Creek Pavilion is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Brush Creek Pavilion have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Brush Creek Pavilion?+
    Brush Creek Pavilion is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Brush Creek Pavilion?+
    Brush Creek Pavilion 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 Brush Creek Pavilion?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Brush Creek Pavilion is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Brush Creek Pavilion open, and what are check-in times?+
    Brush Creek Pavilion is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $75 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Brush Creek Work Center Barrack

    SARATOGA, WY

    From $200/night

    South Brush Creek Campground (Wy)

    Saratoga, WY

    From $20/night

    Ryan Park

    Saratoga, WY

    From $20/night

    Lincoln Park Campground (Wy)

    Saratoga, WY

    From $20/night

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