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Nash Fork

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

Location: Laramie, WY, WY

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

This campground was decommissioned for 10 years due to pine beetle infestation. Through a partnership with Common Outdoor Ground, Forest Service employees were able to clean up the campground and get it in working order in 2021. The campground still doesn’t have many trees, but it is just as beautiful as before.

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

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

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

Recently renovated in 2023 for improved accessibility with level tent pads and roomy RV spots. Google reviewers consistently praise its beauty at 10,500 ft elevation, with quiet surroundings and excellent nearby hiking and fishing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Moose, elk (wapiti), yellow-bellied marmots, and American pikas present in area. Brown-capped rosy-finches, American pipits, and pine grosbeaks also documented.

Insider tips for Nash Fork: No water on-site; bring your own water supply Book early as federal campground fills quickly Brooklyn Lake 1 mile away offers additional fishing access Some sites located directly on stream

Skip Nash Fork if: You require water hookups or full RV hookups - only electric hookups available at some sites. You need amenities beyond vault toilets and picnic tables. You prefer campgrounds with dense tree cover - campground still recovering from pine beetle damage.

Best time to visit Nash Fork: August — Early August confirmed by reviewer as ideal timing with manageable bug populations due to 10,500 ft elevation.

Nearby campgrounds: Little Brooklyn Lake Guard (LARAMIE, WY), Brooklyn Lake Campground (Laramie, WY), Sugarloaf Campground (Wy) (Laramie, WY), North Fork (Wy) (Laramie, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Nash Fork

Cell signal at Nash Fork (Laramie, 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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    Laramie, WY, WY★ 4.8 (5 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    This campground was decommissioned for 10 years due to pine beetle infestation. Through a partnership with Common Outdoor Ground, Forest Service employees were able to clean up the campground and get it in working order in 2021. The campground still doesn’t have many trees, but it is just as beautiful as before.

    Best for:AnglersHikersWildlife watchersFamiliesSites:TentRV
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    ADA sites14 sites
    Pull-throughsAvailable
    ToiletsVault toilets
    PetsAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsElectric Hookups
    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 require water hookups or full RV hookups - only electric hookups available at some sites✕ You need amenities beyond vault toilets and picnic tables✕ You prefer campgrounds with dense tree cover - campground still recovering from pine beetle damage

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    No water on-site; bring your own water supply

    Book early as federal campground fills quickly

    Brooklyn Lake 1 mile away offers additional fishing access

    Some sites located directly on stream

    Best: August

    Early August confirmed by reviewer as ideal timing with manageable bug populations due to 10,500 ft elevation

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    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: Moose, elk (wapiti), yellow-bellied marmots, and American pikas present in area. Brown-capped rosy-finches, American pipits, and pine grosbeaks also documented.

    Location

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    Getting there →

    From Laramie, travel west 25 miles to Centennial on WY 130; Nash Fork is west 7.8 miles from Centennial to Brooklyn Lake Rd/ Forest Route 317. Turn right onto FR 317 and go 0.1 miles then turn left into campground.

    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 Nash Fork cost per night?+
    Nash Fork costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Nash Fork open?+
    Nash Fork is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Nash Fork have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Nash Fork?+
    Nash Fork is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Nash Fork?+
    Nash Fork 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 Nash Fork?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Nash Fork is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Nash Fork open, and what are check-in times?+
    Nash Fork is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

    MBRTB Home PageMBRTB Outdoor Safety and EthicsMBRTB Forest OrdersWyoming Game and Fish DepartmentWyoming Off-Road Vehicle ProgramWyoming Office of Tourism
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    $20 /night★ 4.8 (5)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
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    Nearby Campgrounds

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    LARAMIE, WY

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    North Fork (Wy)

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