North Fork (Wy)

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

Location: Laramie, WY, WY

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$33 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

This is a large, RV-friendly campground. The sound of the North Fork of the Little Laramie River can be heard throughout most of the campground. The campground is at 9,200ft and it is popular for RV camping, fishing, hiking, and mountain biking.

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/north-fork-wy to be notified when sites open up.

Large, RV-friendly campground at 9,200ft with the North Fork of the Little Laramie River running through it, popular for fishing, hiking, and mountain biking with a 4.4/5 rating from 58 Google reviews praising its beauty, seclusion, and wildflower-filled grounds.

Wildlife alert: Elk, wapiti, Pacific marten, red fox, golden-mantled ground squirrels, Clark's nutcrackers, and mountain chickadees present in the area. Mosquitoes active near the creek.

Insider tips for North Fork (Wy): Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Mix of reservation and first-come, first-served sites available for 2026 season; cash or check payment accepted at campground Bring bug spray for mosquitoes near the creek Bring your own toilet paper as vault toilets may run out Road has rocky sections but high-clearance vehicle not required; AWD recommended

Skip North Fork (Wy) if: You need full hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You prefer warmer nighttime temperatures—elevation of 9,200ft means significant temperature drops at night. You arrive without advance reservations during peak season—federal campground books early.

Best time to visit North Fork (Wy): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only. Summer — Reviewers noted perfect weather, though temperatures drop significantly at night due to 9,200ft elevation.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at North Fork (Wy)

Cell signal at North Fork (Wy) (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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North Fork (Wy)

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Laramie, WY, WY★ 3.8 (5 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This is a large, RV-friendly campground. The sound of the North Fork of the Little Laramie River can be heard throughout most of the campground. The campground is at 9,200ft and it is popular for RV camping, fishing, hiking, and mountain biking.

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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 RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
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 need full hookups—no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You prefer warmer nighttime temperatures—elevation of 9,200ft means significant temperature drops at night✕ You arrive without advance reservations during peak season—federal campground books early

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Mix of reservation and first-come, first-served sites available for 2026 season; cash or check payment accepted at campground

Bring bug spray for mosquitoes near the creek

Bring your own toilet paper as vault toilets may run out

Road has rocky sections but high-clearance vehicle not required; AWD recommended

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Best: Summer

Reviewers noted perfect weather, though temperatures drop significantly at night due to 9,200ft elevation

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: Elk, wapiti, Pacific marten, red fox, golden-mantled ground squirrels, Clark's nutcrackers, and mountain chickadees present in the area. Mosquitoes active near the creek.

Location

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307-745-2300· Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG
Getting there →

From Centennial, Wyoming, take State Highway 130 west for 3.7 miles to Sand Lake Road/Forest Road 101. Turn right and drive 2 miles to the 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 North Fork (Wy) cost per night?+
North Fork (Wy) costs $20–$33 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is North Fork (Wy) open?+
North Fork (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does North Fork (Wy) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at North Fork (Wy)?+
North Fork (Wy) can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at North Fork (Wy)?+
North Fork (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 North Fork (Wy)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at North Fork (Wy) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is North Fork (Wy) open, and what are check-in times?+
North Fork (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Wyoming Office of TourismMBRTB Outdoor Safety and EthicsMBRTB Forest OrdersWyoming Game and Fish DepartmentWyoming Off-Road Vehicle Program
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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
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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★ 3.8 (5)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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