Campbell Creek Campground

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

Location: Douglas , WY, WY

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$40 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Campbell Creek Campground sits at an elevation of 7,920 feet in a remote area at the western end of the Laramie Mountains on the Douglas Ranger District. There are 6 sites under mature pine trees with picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, a vault toilet, pump water well, and trash bins. This is possibly the most peaceful and popular campground on the Douglas Ranger District.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Campbell Creek Campground is a peaceful and popular 6-site National Forest campground in a remote location with well-maintained facilities. Google reviewers consistently praise its cleanliness, isolation, and maintained pit toilet.

Wildlife alert: Dusky Grouse, Clark's Nutcracker, Bullsnake, and Smooth Greensnake have been documented in the area.

Insider tips for Campbell Creek Campground: Book early — it's a popular federal campground with only 6 sites. Access road is rough (class 1, very easy 4x4 road) — high-clearance vehicle recommended. Pump water well available on-site; this is a self-contained RV campground with no hookups.

Skip Campbell Creek Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available.. You don't have high-clearance vehicle — road access is very rough.. You dislike isolation — campground is in a remote area with limited nearby services..

Best time to visit Campbell Creek Campground: Year-round — Campground operates year-round, though seasonal operations noted so verify access before winter trips..

Nearby campgrounds: La Prele Guard Station (DOUGLAS, WY), Curtis Gulch Campground (Douglas , WY), Friend Park Campground (Wheatland, WY), Esterbrook Campground (Douglas, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Campbell Creek Campground

Cell signal at Campbell Creek Campground (Douglas , 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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Douglas , WY, WY★ 4.2 (4 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Campbell Creek Campground sits at an elevation of 7,920 feet in a remote area at the western end of the Laramie Mountains on the Douglas Ranger District. There are 6 sites under mature pine trees with picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, a vault toilet, pump water well, and trash bins. This is possibly the most peaceful and popular campground on the Douglas Ranger District.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV41 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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:✕ You need RV hookups — none available.✕ You don't have high-clearance vehicle — road access is very rough.✕ You dislike isolation — campground is in a remote area with limited nearby services.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

it's a popular federal campground with only 6 sites.

Access road is rough (class 1, very easy 4x4 road)

high-clearance vehicle recommended.

Pump water well available on-site; this is a self-contained RV campground with no hookups.

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round, though seasonal operations noted so verify access before winter trips.

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: Dusky Grouse, Clark's Nutcracker, Bullsnake, and Smooth Greensnake have been documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Douglas, follow Highway 94 (Esterbrook Road) under the I-25 Overpass and turn right on HWY 91/96. HWY 91 turns left in 3 miles and follow the road for 22 miles and continue on Converse County Route 24 (Cold Springs Road). Continue south and southwest on CR 24 (Cold Springs Road) for about 14 miles to the campground. Follow HWY 30 (N) from Laramie to Medicine Bow. Take HWY 487 North to Albany County Route 62. Albany County Route 62 continues as Converse County Route 24

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Campbell Creek Campground cost per night?+
Campbell Creek Campground costs $20–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Campbell Creek Campground open?+
Campbell Creek Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Campbell Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Campbell Creek Campground?+
Campbell Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 41 feet.
How do I make reservations at Campbell Creek Campground?+
Campbell Creek Campground 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 Campbell Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Campbell Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Campbell Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Campbell Creek Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$20 /night★ 4.2 (4)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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