Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Saratoga, WY, WY★ 4 (7 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
This campground is three miles off the Snowy Range Scenic Byway (Hwy 130) beside North Brush Creek. Lincoln Park campground is situated at 7,800 feet elevation and offers a great base camp to explore the Medicine Bow National Forest. It includes 12 campsites suitable for trailer, tent, and RV camping.
Best for:AnglersHikersWildlife watchersFamiliesBackpackersSites:Tent
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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/trailer hookups — none available✕ You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonally closed✕ You prefer larger campgrounds — only 12 sites total
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Check-out is 12:00 p.m.; plan accordingly
No trash service provided
pack out all waste
Best: May-October
Official operating season only; federal campground with seasonal operations
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Shiras Moose and Wapiti present in area; also Dusky Grouse, Mountain Chickadee, Western Tanager, Spotted Sandpiper, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
307-326-5258· Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG
Getting there →
Directions from Saratoga, WY: Travel 20 miles east on State Highway 130 and then 3 miles northeast on Forest Road #100.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#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, speakableHow much does Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) cost per night?+
Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) open?+
Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Lincoln Park Campground (Wy)?+
Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Lincoln Park Campground (Wy)?+
Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) 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 Lincoln Park Campground (Wy)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) open, and what are check-in times?+
Lincoln Park Campground (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●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 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
Dates full? Get an availability alert
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