Is North Boulder Lake Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

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

Are there showers at North Boulder Lake Campground?

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

How many campsites does North Boulder Lake Campground have?

North Boulder Lake Campground has 5 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at North Boulder Lake Campground?

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

What amenities are available at North Boulder Lake Campground?

North Boulder Lake Campground offers: Restrooms. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

North Boulder Lake Campground

3.27

11 reviews

1625 West Pine Street, Pinedale, WY, 82941, USA

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This campground doesn't take reservations — sites are claimed in person on arrival, so there's no availability to check online. Plan to arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays.

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7,339 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

5 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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First-come, first-served

This campground doesn't take reservations — sites are claimed in person on arrival, so there's no availability to check online. Plan to arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays.

Quick Facts

7,339 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

5 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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Book on United States Forest Service Official Website

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1625 West Pine Street, Pinedale, WY, 82941, USA

North Boulder Lake Campground

1625 West Pine Street, Pinedale, WY, 82941, USA

Nearby places

Pinedale (11 miles, approximately 20 minutes)

Weather at North Boulder Lake Campground

Best Time to Camp at North Boulder Lake Campground

Best season: summer. Summer offers the best balance of reliable access, mild daytime temperatures (typically 55–75°F) and long daylight for hiking, fishing, and paddling on Boulder Lake. Alpine wildflowers and clear views of granite peaks are at their peak from mid-July through August, and the five campsites fill but never feel like a crowded front-country campground. Expect cool nights (30–45°F), occasional afternoon thunderstorms, and moderate weekend use — plan for a quiet, scenic alpine experience with basic but Peak months: July, August, September, June Avoid: December, January, February

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Summer offers reliable access, 55–75°F days, clear views and peak wildflowers mid-July-August.

Planning Tips

About North Boulder Lake Campground

North Boulder Lake Campground sits at high elevation in the Wind River Range, operated by the United States Forest Service in the Boulder Lake Recreation Area near Pinedale. This very small alpine campground offers vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables at sites close to Boulder Lake. Visitors come for fishing, paddling, and hiking among granite peaks and summer wildflowers, though the rough access road requires higher-clearance or AWD vehicles.

The North Boulder Lake Campground is designed for small-scale camping with only five sites. It caters to a basic camping experience.

Weather and SeasonsBest season: summer. Summer offers the best balance of reliable access, mild daytime temperatures (typically 55–75°F) and long daylight for hiking, fishing, and paddling on Boulder Lake. Alpine wildflowers and clear views of granite peaks are at their peak from mid-July through August, and the five campsites fill but never feel like a crowded front-country campground. Expect cool nights (30–45°F), occasional afternoon thunderstorms, and moderate weekend use — plan for a quiet, scenic alpine experience with basic but Peak months: July, August, September, June Avoid: December, January, February

Elevation7339 ft above sea level

Natural Features and SceneryBoulder Lake stretches out below the campground, backed by granite peaks and dense evergreen forest. The northwest corner location provides water access and mountain views. Rocky terrain and thick timber create natural separation between sites. At this elevation, the landscape shifts from dense forest to alpine terrain, with wildflowers peaking mid-July through August. Morning mist rises off the lake, and afternoon light hits the surrounding peaks.

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Stay Limit

14 Days

Guests Allowed Per Site

Unclear based on the source materials.

Tents

Tents are not allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Reservation PlatformsReservations cannot be made; the campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis.

Site SizeThe campground has five sites; sizes and dimensions are not specified.

PrivacyPrivacy levels vary as one user noted a shaded site with southern coverage, while others did not provide further privacy-related details.

Total Campsites5 campsites

Recommended SitesChoose the site with shade trees (exact site number not provided) for comfort during sunny days.

Best CampsitesOne site on the south side offers shade coverage, according to user reviews. No other site-specific details are available.

Amenities available

North Boulder Lake Campground offers basic amenities including five campsites, one double vault toilet, five fire rings, and five picnic tables. According to user reviews, the vault toilet is clean and well-stocked. There are no other amenities explicitly noted in the source materials.

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Vault toilets

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3.3

11 reviews

Mixed Reviews

North Boulder Lake Campground has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews

Overall, users find the campground 'lovely' but describe it as remote with difficult access. It has an average sentiment score of 4.25 for campgrounds.

Review Summaries

Based on 11 reviews

What Campers Love

Clean and well-stocked vault toilet; shaded site available; close to Boulder Lake; good for kids.

Based on 11 reviews

Common Concerns

Access road can be challenging, with one review emphasizing the need for a high-clearance vehicle and AWD. Remote location may be inconvenient for some.

Based on 11 reviews

Site-Specific Reviews

One site offers shade from the south, as noted by Robert Inks. Specific details about other sites are not available.

Based on 11 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring a vehicle with high clearance and possibly AWD. Consider the remote nature of the site when planning.

Based on 11 reviews

Seasonal Insights

Seasonal trends are unavailable, but the sentiment remains positive, focusing on cleanliness and scenic value.

Based on 11 reviews

Camper Quotes

1. 'Hard to get to but it was a wonderful place to camp out.' - Jeremy Greening 2. 'A lovely little campsite! A vehicle with a bit of clearance needed, AWD also helpful.' - Terry King 3. 'Awesome...

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North Boulder Lake Campground

From the U.S. Forest Service

Reference information about North Boulder Lake Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →

Overview

<p>Boulder Lake Campground is location 25 miles southeast of Pinedale, Wyoming. This campground sits on the east end of Boulder Lake, near Boulder Creek. There are 15 sites available, each are equipped with a picnic table, fire ring and a lantern holder. Recreational activities include backpacking, day hiking, fishing (creek and lake), nature photography and swimming. There is no drinking water available onsite and proper food storage is required.</p>

About the campground

The elevation is 7,200 ft. The campground, adjacent to the Bridger Wilderness and near the east end of Boulder Lake and Boulder Creek, is a single loop tucked into a grove of Aspen trees providing beautiful fall color. The understory is grass and heavy middlestory provides good privacy for most sites. Some sites have a neglected appearance giving the campground wilderness feel. Pedestal grilles at each campsite. Access to Boulder Lake is 2 miles west of Bridger National Forest 140 campground but unsigned. Although horses are not permitted in campground, a corral is provided at the nearby trailhead. This is bear country; practice proper food storage techniques.

Seasons & access

Open June 1 through Labor Day weekend - weather permitting

RV information

The parking aprons are dirt. There are waste stations with potable water available for a fee at Rim Station, north of Pinedale on US Hwy 191, milepost 129, and south of Pinedale, also on Hwy 191, at Highline Trail RV Park and Wind River View Campground, both in Boulder, WY.

Directions

In Boulder, WY, at the intersection of US Rt. 191 and State Rt. 353, take Rt. 353 east 2.3 miles to Boulder Lake Boat Access sign (County Rt. 125). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 125 (dirt and gravel) and go 10.4 miles into campground.

National Forest: Bridger National Forest
Ranger District: Pinedale
Elevation: 7200
Rate: $7 per day
Maximum Stay: 16
Open Season: June 1st

About Boulder Lake Recreation Area

Context for the broader area surrounding North Boulder Lake Campground, sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.

The Boulder Lake Recreation Area at 7,300 feet encompasses approximately 3 miles of shoreline at Boulder Lake and the surrounding area. Established site are located at the west end of the lake on the north and south sides of the dam. The North Boulder Lake campground is located on the north side of Boulder Lake. The developed boat launch area is located 2.2 miles beyond the Stokes Crossing turn-off on the south side of Boulder Lake. Uses include camping, fishing, boating, picnicking, swimming, hunting and wildlife viewing.

Directions

The North Boulder Lake Campground is located approximately 11 miles south of Pinedale on US 191, then 7 miles north on Burnt Lake Road.The Boulder Lake boat ramp (south) is located 12 miles south of Pinedale on US 191, then 2 miles east on WY 353 and 10 miles north on gravel road to Boulder Lake.Stokes Crossing is 12 miles south of Pinedale on US 191, then 2 miles east on WY 353 and 7 miles north on gravel road to Boulder Lake. Look for a sign on your left for Stokes Crossing. There is no dam crossing at the southwest end of the lake.