Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Jelm, WY
Nestled near the stunning Medicine Bow National Forest, Jelm, WY, offers a variety of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the diverse landscapes of southeastern Wyoming. For RV campers, the nearby Vedauwoo Campground provides spacious sites equipped with amenities, surrounded by striking rock formations and pine forests perfect for hiking and climbing. Tent camping enthusiasts can embrace nature at the Jelm Mountain area, where lush forests, meadows, and panoramic views create an idyllic setting for pitching a tent amidst the beauty of the Rockies. Dispersed camping is also popular in the surrounding areas, allowing for a more secluded experience; visitors can find numerous areas within the national forest where they can set up camp away from the hustle and bustle. The local geography, featuring rugged mountains, alpine lakes, and winding streams, not only enhances the camping experience but also offers ample opportunities for fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Whether you’re in an RV, pitching a tent, or seeking a remote spot for dispersed camping, Jelm, WY is a gateway to unforgettable outdoor adventures in a breathtaking setting.
Big Creek Lakes Campground is located in the Parks Ranger District, Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest (2 hrs 59 min west of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 9,021 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to mid September. 24 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 50 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Mountain Park Campground is located in the Canyon Lakes Ranger District, Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests (1 hr 1 min west of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 6,500 feet. There are a total of 30 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 29 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $35.00 to $160.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, accessible, playground, picnic table, restroom, trash dumpster, food storage locker. Activities include biking, boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
Ryan Park Campground is located in the Brush Creek-Hayden Ranger District, Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest (1 hr 48 min west of Cheyenne, WY) with an elevation of 8,436 feet. There are a total of 34 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the beginning of June to the beginning of September. 25 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $10.00 to $100.00. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
West Lake Campground is located in the Canyon Lakes Ranger District, Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests (59 min northwest of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 8,215 feet. There are a total of 35 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. 30 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 30 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $26.00 to $70.00. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Chambers Lake Campground is located in the Canyon Lakes Ranger District, Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests (1 hr 38 min west of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 9,193 feet. There are a total of 50 campsites including 7 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid June to mid September. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 21 and 38 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $26.00 to $52.00. Some amenities include drinking water, accessible, playground, boat ramp, picnic table, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood. Activities include biking, boating, ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Bellaire Lake Campground is located in the Canyon Lakes Ranger District, Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests (1 hr 10 min west of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 8,633 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 21 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $24.00 to $96.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, trash dumpster, firewood. Activities include ohv trails nearby, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Hidden Valley Picnic Site is located in the Laramie Ranger District, Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest (41 min west of Cheyenne, WY) with an elevation of 8,681 feet. The site is normally open from the end of May to the end of September. Prices start at $37.50 per night. Activities include biking, ohv trails nearby, hiking trails, rock climbing.
Bockman Campground is part of State Forest State Park in Colorado (2 hrs 7 min west of Fort Collins, CO) with an elevation of 9,076 feet. There are a total of 51 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 46 and 114 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $28.00 per night. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Aspen Grove Campground is part of Curt Gowdy State Park in Wyoming (34 min west of Cheyenne, WY) with an elevation of 7,165 feet. There are a total of 11 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 50 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $17.00 per night. Some amenities include horse site, restroom. Activities include biking, horseback riding, hiking trails, archery.
Camp Russell Campground is part of Curt Gowdy State Park in Wyoming (33 min west of Cheyenne, WY) with an elevation of 7,277 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 50 and 55 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $27.00 per night. Some amenities include playground, boat ramp, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports.
Sherman Hills Campground is part of Curt Gowdy State Park in Wyoming (37 min west of Cheyenne, WY) with an elevation of 7,231 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites including 4 cabins. The campground is open all year. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Fees range from $17.00 to $97.00. Some amenities include restroom. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Tie City Campground is located in the Laramie Ranger District, Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest (40 min west of Cheyenne, WY) with an elevation of 8,623 feet. There are a total of 17 campsites including 1 boat site. The campground is normally open from the end of May to mid September. 16 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 34 and 99 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $10.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, trash dumpster. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
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