Tent Campgrounds in Wyoming

Discover the best tent campgrounds across Wyoming. Get back to basics with traditional tent camping. From established sites with amenities to secluded wilderness spots.

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Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy)

Laramie, WY
Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG

Massive granite formations tower directly over your tent site, creating one of the most dramatic natural settings in Wyoming's high country. The tent-only design means level ground and thoughtful spacing among the boulders, giving each site genuine seclusion in this geological wonderland.

Greybull
Bighorn National Forest

Towering pines shelter spaciously separated sites where Shell Creek's rushing waters drown out any hint of neighboring campers in this high-mountain sanctuary.

East Table Campground

Jackson, Wyoming
Bridger-Teton National Forest

Spacious sites nestle among towering trees or open to sweeping Snake River vistas, with generous spacing that creates genuine solitude along this Wild and Scenic waterway.

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About Tent Campgrounds in Wyoming

Tent camping Wyoming offers some of the most spectacular and diverse wilderness experiences in the American West, from the granite spires of Vedauwoo to the alpine grandeur of the Wind River Range. Wyoming's tent camping destinations span dramatic landscapes including the towering Bighorn Mountains, the wild Snake River Canyon near Jackson, and remote high-country settings that feel worlds away from civilization.

Best Time

The prime tent camping season in Wyoming runs from late June through early September, with July and August offering the most reliable weather and full campground access. Many high-elevation campgrounds including Green River Lakes and North Tongue don't open until late June or early July due to lingering snowpack, while lower-elevation sites like Vedauwoo may be accessible by late May.

What Makes It Great

Designated tent pads and flat ground
Fire rings and picnic tables
Varying levels of amenities
Scenic natural settings

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South Fork (Wyoming)

Buffalo
Bighorn National Forest

Dedicated walk-in tent sites nestle among towering pines along South Fork Clear Creek, where the sound of rushing water drowns out neighboring campers. Level, needle-cushioned ground and proximity to Cloud Peak Wilderness trailheads make this a backpacker's dream basecamp deep in the Bighorns.

Green River Lakes - Bridger-Teton Nf (Wy)

Pinedale
Bridger-Teton National Forest

Tent campers discover secluded sites tucked among alpine forest at 8,000 feet, where dramatic views of Square Top Mountain's distinctive peak dominate the horizon above Lower Green River Lake's crystalline waters.

Dayton
Bighorn National Forest

Tent sites nestle along the North Fork Tongue River beneath towering pines, where level ground and the constant rush of crystal-clear water create an intimate mountain sanctuary.

Vedauwoo Designated Dispersed Campsites

Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG

Dispersed sites nestle among Vedauwoo's towering granite formations, offering secluded tent camping on natural ground with simple fire rings marking each spot. You'll wake to views of ancient rock towers while maintaining easy trail access for climbing and hiking adventures.

Leigh Creek Campground

TEN SLEEP
Bighorn National Forest

Tent sites nestle directly along Tensleep Creek's banks, where rushing water drowns out neighboring campers and creates natural separation between spots shaded by towering pines.

Wolf Creek Campground

Hoback Junction
Bridger-Teton National Forest

Tent campers claim shaded sites along the Snake River, where rushing water drowns out neighbors and towering canyon walls create natural privacy between loops. Level tent pads and bear-proof lockers let you focus on the experience—falling asleep to rapids and waking to eagles soaring overhead.

Clearwater Campground

Cody
Shoshone National Forest

Spacious sites nestle along the North Fork Shoshone River, where thick forest buffers create true seclusion between camping spots in this primitive, tent-only haven.

Five Springs Falls Campground

Lovell

Tent campers choose between two distinct loops—one offering easy access on level ground, the other climbing higher for extra solitude among the pines. Walk-in sites nestle you deeper into the forest, while every pitch delivers sweeping basin views that transform your morning coffee into a...

Atherton Creek Campground

Jackson
Bridger-Teton National Forest

Terraced sites above Lower Slide Lake's north shore deliver sweeping water views framed by aspens, with enough natural spacing between spots to preserve your mountain morning solitude.

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Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy)

Shell Creek

East Table Campground

South Fork (Wyoming)

Green River Lakes - Bridger-Teton Nf (Wy)

North Tongue

Vedauwoo Designated Dispersed Campsites

Leigh Creek Campground

Wolf Creek Campground

Clearwater Campground

Five Springs Falls Campground

Atherton Creek Campground

Brooks Lake Campground

Ranger Creek Recreation Area

Fiddlers Lake Campground

Louis Lake Campground

Hams Fork Campground

Double Cabin Campground

Dead Indian Campground

Little Sunlight Camping Area

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Popular Activities

Tent camping in pristine wilderness settingsRock climbing and bouldering at granite formationsTrout fishing in mountain streams and alpine lakesDay hiking and backpacking into wilderness areasWildlife viewing including moose, elk, and bighorn sheepPhotography of mountain landscapes and wildflowers

Tips & Recommendations

1Reserve popular campgrounds like East Table and Shell Creek at least two weeks in advance for summer weekends, but keep first-come, first-served options like Green River Lakes and North Tongue as backup plans for flexibility.
2Bring a four-season tent or be prepared for temperatures dropping into the 30s even in July at high-elevation sites—a quality sleeping bag rated to 20°F and insulated sleeping pad are essential for comfortable Wyoming tent camping.
3Bear-resistant food storage is required at most campgrounds and absolutely critical in areas near Yellowstone and Grand Teton; bring bear canisters or plan to use provided bear boxes and never store food in your tent.
4Pack layers including warm fleece or down jacket for chilly mountain mornings and evenings, plus rain gear for inevitable afternoon thunderstorms that can roll in quickly.

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Tent Campgrounds in Wyoming FAQ

Wyoming offers 20+ tent-friendly campgrounds. We've ranked them based on site quality, natural setting, amenities, and user reviews.

Tent camping in Wyoming typically costs $15-35 per night at developed campgrounds. Some national forest and primitive sites may be free or under $10 per night.

Essential gear includes a quality tent, sleeping bag rated for Wyoming conditions, sleeping pad, camp stove, and appropriate clothing. Check weather forecasts and pack layers.