Jack Creek Crew Quarters

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

Location: SARATOGA, WY, WY

Price: From $225 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Jack Creek Crew Quarters is a large modern facility available for $225 per night from mid-June through late October. This two-story log facility has a fully equipped double kitchen with propane ranges, refrigerators, and sinks. There are bathrooms with showers on both levels.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Large modern two-story log facility with fully equipped double kitchen, bathrooms with showers on both levels, and capacity for up to 15 people. Google reviews praise it as a diamond in the rough for group retreats, with one camper noting it's wonderful for family reunions.

Wildlife alert: Yellow-bellied Marmot, Sandhill Crane, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area

Insider tips for Jack Creek Crew Quarters: Book early — federal campground with high demand Plan for limited electricity and water use; facility relies on solar panels Bring your own bedding — not provided at the facility Best suited for group rentals (5 bedrooms, sleeps up to 15)

Skip Jack Creek Crew Quarters if: You need reliable electricity — solar-powered with frequent outages reported. You require running water at all times — limited water availability. You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window. You expect hookups — no hookups available.

Best time to visit Jack Creek Crew Quarters: Mid-June to Late October — Official operating season per RIDB; verified availability window.

Nearby campgrounds: Jack Creek Guard Station (SARATOGA, WY), Jack Creek Campground (Wy) (saratoga, WY), Lost Creek Campground (Wy) (WY), Sandstone Cabin (SARATOGA, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Jack Creek Crew Quarters

Cell signal at Jack Creek Crew Quarters (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★ 4.1 (8 reviews)From $225/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Jack Creek Crew Quarters is a large modern facility available for $225 per night from mid-June through late October. This two-story log facility has a fully equipped double kitchen with propane ranges, refrigerators, and sinks. There are bathrooms with showers on both levels.

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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 RV10 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

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 reliable electricity — solar-powered with frequent outages reported✕ You require running water at all times — limited water availability✕ You're visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ You expect hookups — no hookups available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with high demand

Plan for limited electricity and water use; facility relies on solar panels

Bring your own bedding

not provided at the facility

Best suited for group rentals (5 bedrooms, sleeps up to 15)

Best: Mid-June to Late October

Official operating season per RIDB; verified availability window

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

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: Yellow-bellied Marmot, Sandhill Crane, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area

Location

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Getting there →

From Saratoga, travel west on County Road 500 approximately 16 miles to junction with County Road 405. Stay left and travel 3 miles to the forest boundary. The road changes to Forest Service Road 452. Travel on Forest Service Road 452 for 6.5 miles to Jack Creek Campground and the facility, go approximately 1.5 miles past the campground and the entrance to the crew quarters will be on your left. From Encampment take State Highway 70 west approximately 23 miles to Forest Road 801. Take Forest Roa

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

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.
  • 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 Jack Creek Crew Quarters cost per night?+
Jack Creek Crew Quarters costs $225 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Jack Creek Crew Quarters open?+
Jack Creek Crew Quarters is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Jack Creek Crew Quarters have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Jack Creek Crew Quarters?+
Jack Creek Crew Quarters can accommodate RVs up to 10 feet.
How do I make reservations at Jack Creek Crew Quarters?+
Jack Creek Crew Quarters 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 Jack Creek Crew Quarters?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Jack Creek Crew Quarters is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Jack Creek Crew Quarters open, and what are check-in times?+
Jack Creek Crew Quarters 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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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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$225 /night★ 4.1 (8)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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