Yellow Pine Campground (Wy)

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

Location: Laramie, WY, WY

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

The campground is composed of 19 sites in a single loop near a stand of mixed conifers and Aspen. The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland encompasses nearly 3 million acres from central and northeastern Wyoming to north-central Colorado. Lodgepole pine, aspen, fir, spruce, and shrubs dominate the landscape of the national forests.

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/yellow-pine-campground-wy to be notified when sites open up.

19-site federal campground near mixed conifers and Aspen with access to the challenging Tie City trail system for mountain biking and winter cross-country skiing. Google reviewers consistently rate it 4.5/5 stars, praising the basic amenities, spacious sites suitable for large RVs, and proximity to Laramie.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, American Red Squirrels, Interior Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches, Gray-headed Juncos, Mountain Chickadees, Steller's Jays, and Wandering Garter Snakes documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Yellow Pine Campground (Wy): Arrive before Friday — sites are first-come, first-serve and can fill quickly Electric hookups available on select sites only; most sites have no water or sewer Only 15 minutes to Laramie for supplies

Skip Yellow Pine Campground (Wy) if: Expecting full hookups — no water or sewer available. Looking for guaranteed reservations — federal campground books early and operates first-come, first-serve. Sensitive to wind — site is exposed and windy conditions reported in late July.

Best time to visit Yellow Pine Campground (Wy): September — Google reviewers report warm nights with unusual lack of wind for the Laramie Highlands. May-October — Official seasonal operations period.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Yellow Pine Campground (Wy)

Cell signal at Yellow 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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Yellow Pine Campground (Wy)

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Laramie, WY, WY★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The campground is composed of 19 sites in a single loop near a stand of mixed conifers and Aspen. The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland encompasses nearly 3 million acres from central and northeastern Wyoming to north-central Colorado. Lodgepole pine, aspen, fir, spruce, and shrubs dominate the landscape of the national forests.

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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
HookupsElectric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
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:✕ Expecting full hookups — no water or sewer available✕ Looking for guaranteed reservations — federal campground books early and operates first-come, first-serve✕ Sensitive to wind — site is exposed and windy conditions reported in late July

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Arrive before Friday

sites are first-come, first-serve and can fill quickly

Electric hookups available on select sites only; most sites have no water or sewer

Only 15 minutes to Laramie for supplies

Best: September

Google reviewers report warm nights with unusual lack of wind for the Laramie Highlands

Best: May-October

Official seasonal operations period

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

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

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Moose, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, American Red Squirrels, Interior Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches, Gray-headed Juncos, Mountain Chickadees, Steller's Jays, and Wandering Garter Snakes documented within 8km.

Location

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

From Laramie, WY, take I-80 east 9.5 miles to WY 210, exit 323. Exit and go left at the stop sign onto WY 210/ Happy Jack Rd. and go 0.1 miles to Happy Jack Recreation Area sign. Turn left, staying on WY 210, and go 2.1 miles to another Happy Jack Recreation Area sign on FR 719. Turn right onto FR 719 and go 1.1 miles to "Y" intersection. Bear left and go 0.4 miles to campground.

Campground entrance

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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.
  • 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 Yellow Pine Campground (Wy) cost per night?+
Yellow Pine Campground (Wy) costs $20 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Yellow Pine Campground (Wy) open?+
Yellow Pine Campground (Wy) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Yellow Pine Campground (Wy) have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Yellow Pine Campground (Wy)?+
Yellow Pine Campground (Wy) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Yellow Pine Campground (Wy)?+
Yellow 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 Yellow Pine Campground (Wy)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Yellow 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 Yellow Pine Campground (Wy) open, and what are check-in times?+
Yellow 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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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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