Curtis Gulch Campground

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

Location: Douglas , WY, WY

Price: From $14 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Curtis Gulch Campground sits at an elevation of 6,640 feet, at the end of the long and scenic LaBonte Canyon. There are 6 sites along a bend in the creek with picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, a vault toilet, pump water well, and trash bins. Recreation The canyon bottom is about 6,700 feet in elevation and has granite rock formations for technical rock climbing and photography.

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

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

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

Curtis Gulch Campground offers 6 scenic sites along LaBonte Creek at 6,640 feet elevation with granite rock formations ideal for climbing and photography. Campers consistently praise it as clean, quiet, peaceful, and well-maintained with excellent shade and spacing.

Wildlife alert: Least Chipmunk, American Red Squirrel, House Wren, Tree Swallow, Red-naped Sapsucker, Eastern Yellow-bellied Racer, and Smooth Greensnake verified in the area.

Insider tips for Curtis Gulch Campground: Book early — federal campground with only 6 sites fills quickly. Bring self-contained RV or tent — no hookups available. Bring water containers — pump well available but verify functionality. No cell service — plan disconnection accordingly.

Skip Curtis Gulch Campground if: You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer not available).. You require cell service.. You visit during seasonal closures — verify year-round operations before travel..

Best time to visit Curtis Gulch Campground: July — July 4th weekend confirmed as popular with positive camper reports of clean conditions and full operations..

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Curtis Gulch Campground

Cell signal at Curtis Gulch 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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Curtis Gulch Campground

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Douglas , WY, WY★ 4.5 (2 reviews)From $14/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Curtis Gulch Campground sits at an elevation of 6,640 feet, at the end of the long and scenic LaBonte Canyon. There are 6 sites along a bend in the creek with picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, a vault toilet, pump water well, and trash bins. Recreation The canyon bottom is about 6,700 feet in elevation and has granite rock formations for technical rock climbing and photography.

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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 RV55 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 RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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 (water, electric, sewer not available).✕ You require cell service.✕ You visit during seasonal closures — verify year-round operations before travel.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with only 6 sites fills quickly.

Bring self-contained RV or tent

no hookups available.

Bring water containers

pump well available but verify functionality.

No cell service

plan disconnection accordingly.

Best: July

July 4th weekend confirmed as popular with positive camper reports of clean conditions and full operations.

Things to do nearby

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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: Least Chipmunk, American Red Squirrel, House Wren, Tree Swallow, Red-naped Sapsucker, Eastern Yellow-bellied Racer, and Smooth Greensnake verified in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Douglas WY (30 miles), Take State Highway 91 west then south from Douglas for 22 miles, Converse County Road 16 continuing as Albany County Road 61 south for 14 miles, and east on Forest Road #658 for 4 miles. The pavement ends about 25 miles outside of Douglas and is gravel the remainder of the way, but is easily accessible by car when dry.

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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

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How much does Curtis Gulch Campground cost per night?+
Curtis Gulch Campground costs $14 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Curtis Gulch Campground open?+
Curtis Gulch Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Curtis Gulch Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Curtis Gulch Campground?+
Curtis Gulch Campground can accommodate RVs up to 55 feet.
How do I make reservations at Curtis Gulch Campground?+
Curtis Gulch 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 Curtis Gulch Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Curtis Gulch Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Curtis Gulch Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Curtis Gulch Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

U.S. Forest Service Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests & Thunder Basin GrasslandsRec.Gov
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$14 /night★ 4.5 (2)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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