Is Atlantic City Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Atlantic City Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

What is the best time to visit Atlantic City Campground?

Atlantic City Campground is open Typical use season is June 1 - October 31.. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Atlantic City Campground?

Atlantic City Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Atlantic City Campground have?

Atlantic City Campground has 18 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Atlantic City Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Atlantic City Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Atlantic City Campground?

Atlantic City Campground offers: Restrooms, Potable Water. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Atlantic City Campground?

Popular activities at Atlantic City Campground include Hiking, Biking, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Atlantic City Campground

4.33

37 reviews

Peace & Quiet

Featured in:Forest Camping Wyoming

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8,130 ft

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Quick Facts

8,130 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Check Site

Sites

18 campsites

Season

Typical use season i...

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Book on Recreation.gov Official Website

Get Directions

Elevation by Open-Meteo.com, licensed under CC BY 4.0, processed by Outdoorithm.

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Weather at Atlantic City Campground

Best Time to Camp at Atlantic City Campground

Best season: summer. Summer offers the most reliable access, the warmest daytime temperatures, and full campground services (seasonal water on, vault toilets, camp hosts). Daytime highs typically range from the mid-60s to low 80s°F with cool nights in the 30s–40s°F, making it ideal for general camping, stargazing, and exploring South Pass historic sites and nearby trails. Expect moderate crowds on summer weekends at this small 18-site campground, so plan midweek visits or reserve early for holiday weekends. Peak months: July, August, September, June Avoid: November, December, January, February

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Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.0 / 5

Open through Oct 31; aspens and quiet setting make fall attractive for visitors.

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Operating Season: Typical use season is June 1 - October 31.

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About Atlantic City Campground

Atlantic City Campground sits in high-elevation alpine terrain near the historic mining town of Atlantic City, Wyoming, operated by the Forest Service. Campers find shade under aspens and pines—a welcome contrast to the surrounding sagebrush country—with access to South Pass historic sites and nearby trails. The small campground draws visitors for its quiet atmosphere, clean facilities, and opportunities for hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing.

The campground contains 18 campsites. The provided information does not specify whether sites are designated for tents, RVs, primitive camping, group sites, cabins, or glamping.

Weather and SeasonsBest season: summer. Summer offers the most reliable access, the warmest daytime temperatures, and full campground services (seasonal water on, vault toilets, camp hosts). Daytime highs typically range from the mid-60s to low 80s°F with cool nights in the 30s–40s°F, making it ideal for general camping, stargazing, and exploring South Pass historic sites and nearby trails. Expect moderate crowds on summer weekends at this small 18-site campground, so plan midweek visits or reserve early for holiday weekends. Peak months: July, August, September, June Avoid: November, December, January, February

Elevation8130 ft above sea level

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Natural Features and SceneryThe campground occupies a forested pocket in the South Pass corridor, where the Continental Divide drops to its lowest elevation in the Rockies. Aspens and conifers provide shade and screening between sites, a contrast to the sagebrush meadows that dominate the surrounding landscape. Black bears are present and campers are advised to keep tidy sites. The high elevation and open horizons deliver dark skies for stargazing. Sites are gravel-based with decent spacing, creating a secluded feel despite the modest 18-site count.

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Amenities available

The campground has 18 campsites and provides fire rings, picnic tables, garbage collection, and vault toilets. Water is available when conditions allow ("water (weather permitting)"). The site is ADA accessible, there are seasonal closures, and a host may be on site occasionally. Visitors are warned that this is bear country.

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Things to do at Atlantic City Campground

No specific recreational activities are listed for this campground in the provided information. Visitors should note that the area is bear country and take appropriate wildlife precautions.

Hiking4.0/5

Biking3.0/5

No biking specifics; nearby trails may allow casual riding.

Wildlife viewing3.0/5

Wildlife (including bears) present; bear-safety cautions noted.

Signature experiences

Stargazing4.0/5High elevation (8,130 ft) and remote, quiet site imply good dark-sky potential.

Photography3.5/5Aspens, conifers, high-elevation setting and nearby historic sites provide photo opportunities.

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4.3

37 reviews

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Atlantic City Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers overwhelmingly praise Atlantic City Campground as a quiet, beautiful, and very clean forest/BLM-style campground with basic amenities and very low fees. Campers consistently mention clean vault toilets, helpful hosts, and well-spaced, wooded sites that feel peaceful and secluded. A few negative experiences involve water access and a dispute over dumping, but these are rare compared to the many positive reviews.

Review Summaries

Based on 37 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers love the peaceful, quiet atmosphere and attractive setting with trees and aspens, especially compared to the surrounding sagebrush. The campground is described as very clean, with...

Based on 37 reviews

Common Concerns

Only a few issues are mentioned. One camper reports being told they could not even have a portable tank for dumping and felt an offered $50 dump service was sketchy. Another reviewer was upset that...

Based on 37 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

One reviewer stayed at site 11 and reported having plenty of room for an F250 and a 31+ ft camper, indicating some sites can accommodate larger rigs. However, another reviewer notes they “didn't see...

Based on 37 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Expect a primitive, no-hookup forest/BLM-style campground with vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, trash service, and water pumps/hydrants but no dump station. A reviewer notes there are no...

Based on 37 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Clean outhouses! Clean grounds! Great sites! Very, very nice and helpful camp hosts! We will return!” “$6.00 a night gets you a gravel, shaded spot, fire ring and clean vault toilets. There is water...

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