Hog Park Campground

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

Location: SARATOGA, WY, WY

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (42 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hog Park Campground offers a peaceful setting on the southeast shore of Hog Park Reservoir. The campground provides access to the water for boating, fishing and water sports, as well as options for hiking the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. It lies high in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests at an elevation of about 8,400 feet.

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

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

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

Hog Park Campground offers a peaceful setting on the southeast shore of Hog Park Reservoir with access to boating, fishing, and hiking the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Google reviewers praise the clean restrooms, affordable pricing ($20/night), beautiful views, and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Bighorn Sheep, Wapiti, American Pika, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Canada Jay, Common Raven, Dusky Grouse, and Common Poorwill documented in the area.

Insider tips for Hog Park Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground. Do NOT follow Google Maps for directions; it may route you to an incorrect offroad. Instead, follow Highway 70 west from Encampment and watch for official signs. Campground is very affordable at $20/night and suitable for self-contained RVs despite no hookups.

Skip Hog Park Campground if: You require RV hookups — none are available.. You need year-round access — seasonal closure November through April.. You have a vehicle unsuitable for Forest Road 550 access..

Best time to visit Hog Park Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Blackhall Lookout (Encampment, WY), Bottle Creek Group Picnic Site (SARATOGA, WY), Bottle Creek Campground (Wy) (Saratoga, WY), Lost Creek Campground (Wy) (WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hog Park Campground

Cell signal at Hog Park Campground (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 (42 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Hog Park Campground offers a peaceful setting on the southeast shore of Hog Park Reservoir. The campground provides access to the water for boating, fishing and water sports, as well as options for hiking the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. It lies high in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests at an elevation of about 8,400 feet.

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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
Max RV142 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

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 require RV hookups — none are available.✕ You need year-round access — seasonal closure November through April.✕ You have a vehicle unsuitable for Forest Road 550 access.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground.

Do NOT follow Google Maps for directions; it may route you to an incorrect offroad. Instead, follow Highway 70 west from Encampment and watch for official signs.

Campground is very affordable at $20/night and suitable for self-contained RVs despite no hookups.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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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, Bighorn Sheep, Wapiti, American Pika, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Canada Jay, Common Raven, Dusky Grouse, and Common Poorwill documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Encampment, Wyoming, travel west on Highway 70 approximately 6 miles. Turn left on Forest Road 550 and travel south about 16 miles to the junction of Forest Roads 550 and 496. Stay left and travel 3 miles. The campground is south of the dam.

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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 Hog Park Campground cost per night?+
Hog Park Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Hog Park Campground open?+
Hog Park Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hog Park Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Hog Park Campground?+
Hog Park Campground can accommodate RVs up to 142 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hog Park Campground?+
Hog Park 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 Hog Park Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hog Park Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hog Park Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Hog Park Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$20 /night★ 4 (42)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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