Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy)

Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG — hiking

Location: Laramie, WY, WY

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Vedauwoo Tent Campground contains a loop of 20 tent-only sites. All sites have tables, fire rings, and access to vault toilets. Water may be available inside the main campground, look for the water handpump in the main campground’s northern loop containing sites 19-29.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

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

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

Vedauwoo offers spectacular rock formations with excellent hiking and rock climbing access, featuring well-spaced tent sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Campers praise the stunning scenery, privacy between sites, and abundant areas to explore boulders and nature trails.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also moose, Steller's jays, Northern flickers, and garter snakes observed within 8km.

Insider tips for Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy): Water spigots are deactivated; look for the water handpump in the northern loop (sites 19-29) or down the Box Canyon Trail. Book early as this is a popular federal campground with limited availability. Mix of reservation and first-come, first-served sites available.

Skip Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) if: You need RV hookups—this is a tent-only campground with no hookups.. You are sensitive to interstate noise or wind.. You require full-service amenities—vault toilets only, no showers..

Best time to visit Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only..

Nearby campgrounds: Vedauwoo Gazebo (LARAMIE, WY), Vedauwoo Campground (Wy) (Laramie, WY), Hidden Valley Group Site (LARAMIE, WY), Yellow Pine Campground (Wy) (Laramie, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy)

Cell signal at Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) (Laramie, WY): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

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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Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy)

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Laramie, WY, WY★ 4.7 (3 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Vedauwoo Tent Campground contains a loop of 20 tent-only sites. All sites have tables, fire rings, and access to vault toilets. Water may be available inside the main campground, look for the water handpump in the main campground’s northern loop containing sites 19-29.

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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.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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 RV hookups—this is a tent-only campground with no hookups.✕ You are sensitive to interstate noise or wind.✕ You require full-service amenities—vault toilets only, no showers.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Water spigots are deactivated; look for the water handpump in the northern loop (sites 19-29) or down the Box Canyon Trail.

Book early as this is a popular federal campground with limited availability.

Mix of reservation and first-come, first-served sites available.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain lions present in area; also moose, Steller's jays, Northern flickers, and garter snakes observed within 8km.

Location

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Getting there →

From Laramie, WY, take Interstate 80 east 15.8 miles to Vedauwoo Road/ exit 329. Exit and go to stop sign; turn left onto Vedauwoo Rd. and go 1.2 miles. Turn left at sign and go 0.6 miles to campground.

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 Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) cost per night?+
Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) open?+
Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy)?+
Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy)?+
Vedauwoo Tent 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 Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) open, and what are check-in times?+
Vedauwoo Tent 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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$20 /night★ 4.7 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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