Pine Campground (Wy)

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

Location: Laramie, WY, WY

Price: From $14 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

Located off the Snowy Range Scenic Byway in the Libby Creek Recreation Area, Pine Campground sits along the banks of Libby Creek. This is a small but pleasant campground with 6 sites. This location is available only on a first-come, first-served basis for the 2026 season.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

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

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

Small, pleasant campground along Libby Creek in the scenic Snowy Range area with a 4.5/5 Google rating. Campers praise its basic amenities, lack of crowds, and proximity to Laramie for supplies.

Wildlife alert: Elk (Wapiti), Pacific Marten, Red Fox, Clark's Nutcracker, and Mountain Chickadee documented in the area

Insider tips for Pine Campground (Wy): Arrive before Friday to secure a site on first-come, first-served basis Arrive by noon on weekends when large sites suitable for 32+ foot RVs are available Bring cash or check as payment method required on-site Only 15 minutes to Laramie for supplies

Skip Pine Campground (Wy) if: You need hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You require advance reservations — first-come, first-served only for 2026 season. You prefer late July visits — campground is notably windy during this period. You need cell service or modern amenities.

Best time to visit Pine Campground (Wy): September — Warm nights with reduced wind typical for the Laramie Highlands according to camper reports. May-October — Official operating season.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Pine Campground (Wy)

Cell signal at Pine Campground (Wy) (Laramie, WY): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.

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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Pine Campground (Wy)

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Laramie, WY, WY★ 4 (0 reviews)From $14/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Located off the Snowy Range Scenic Byway in the Libby Creek Recreation Area, Pine Campground sits along the banks of Libby Creek. This is a small but pleasant campground with 6 sites. This location is available only on a first-come, first-served basis for the 2026 season.

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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
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 hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You require advance reservations — first-come, first-served only for 2026 season✕ You prefer late July visits — campground is notably windy during this period✕ You need cell service or modern amenities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Arrive before Friday to secure a site on first-come, first-served basis

Arrive by noon on weekends when large sites suitable for 32+ foot RVs are available

Bring cash or check as payment method required on-site

Only 15 minutes to Laramie for supplies

Best: September

Warm nights with reduced wind typical for the Laramie Highlands according to camper reports

Best: May-October

Official operating season

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 · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Elk (Wapiti), Pacific Marten, Red Fox, Clark's Nutcracker, and Mountain Chickadee documented in the area

Location

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Getting there →

From Laramie, take WY 130 west to the Forest Boundary (near Centennial, WY), and then travel 1/2 mile west to the Barber Lake Road (on the south side of the Snowy Range Highway). Pine CG is on the right.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Pine Campground (Wy) cost per night?+
Pine Campground (Wy) costs $14 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Pine Campground (Wy) open?+
Pine Campground (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Pine Campground (Wy) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Pine Campground (Wy)?+
Pine Campground (Wy) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Pine Campground (Wy)?+
Pine 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 Pine Campground (Wy)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Pine Campground (Wy) is rated weak. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Pine Campground (Wy) open, and what are check-in times?+
Pine Campground (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$14 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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