Campbell Creek Campground

Overview Campbell Creek Campground sits at an elevation of 7,920 feet in a remote area at the western end of the Laramie Mountains on the Douglas Ranger District. There are 6 sites under mature pine trees with picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, a vault toilet, pump water well, and trash bins. This is possibly the most peaceful and popular campground on the Douglas Ranger District. Recreation Recreation The Laramie Peak area in the Medicine Bow National Forest is located in Central Wyoming. The Douglas Ranger District manages the Laramie Peak and Thunder basin National Grasslands areas. Year-round recreation uses include hiking, fishing, hunting, OHV riding, camping, biking and horseback trail riding. Primary access across the district is by I-25 and Highway 59. Mountain Biking • Twin Peaks Trail • Upper Deer Creek Trail • Elkhorn  Day Hiking • Twin Peaks Trail • Upper Deer Creek Trail • Elkhorn Backpacking • Twin Peaks Trail • Upper Deer Creek Trail Horseback riding  • Twin Peaks Trail • Upper Deer Creek Trail • Elkhorn OHV Riding • Twin Peaks Trail • Lower Deer Creek • Elkhorn Facilities There are 5 single campsites and 1 double campsite in a lightly wooded, area with picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, vault toilets, trash collection, and potable water. Most campsites have a dispersed feel as they are widely spaced apart. Potable water is typically available in this campground from mid-May to late November. These dates may vary due to weather. Potable water availability may vary due to well and/or pump maintenance, and water testing requirements. As such, we encourage you to bring your own potable water or call ahead. Natural Features Campbell Creek Campground sits at an elevation of 7,920 feet in a remote area at the western end of the Laramie Mountains on the Douglas Ranger District. Visitors can enjoy listening to the gurgling of Campbell Creek which runs through the middle of the campground while staying cool under the thick forest canopy. The road leading into the area passes through the scenic LaPrele Canyon and crosses the LaPrele Creek multiple times.  Nearby Attractions Nearby attractions include the #618 Twin Peaks Trail, #659 Deer Creek Trail, #696 Elkhorn Trail, the historic LaPrele Guard Station, and Little Medicine Falls. The open season generally runs from early June through early November, weather dependent. All sites are first-come first-serve if not reserved through Recreation.gov.  Charges & Cancellations If I book this reservation today, what are my options to change or cancel? Please remember that reservations at these facilities prevent other visitors from using these sites. Planned changes to your stay should be made as far in advance as possible. You can make changes to your reservation ahead of your arrival date in My Reservations. Changes If your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates, there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees for: Adding or removing nights to your stay. Changing to a different campsite. Balances will adjust based on your new stay's nightly rate. Cancellations You can cancel the reservation any time before the date of your scheduled arrival. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees: $10 cancellation fee Any reservation fees (only if paid when booking) Any previous change fees Late cancellation penalties may also apply: What is “Late”? For individual campsites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 1 calendar day before your scheduled check-in. For cabins and group sites, a late cancellation applies starting from midnight 14 calendar days or fewer before your scheduled check-in. Late Fee In addition to the fees listed above, a late cancellation will also subtract your first night's recreation use fee from any refund owed. As of the expected check-in day, cancellations or changes to your stay are not possible through My Reservations. It is at the facility's discretion to support additional Late Cancellations, No Show, or Early Departure updates – on-site personnel may not be able to assist. These changes carry penalties and may forfeit recreation use fees. For additional details, please visit here. Scan and Pay Rules The above guidance for modifications, cancellations, and refunds do not apply to campsites reserved using the Scan and Pay feature. There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with Scan and Pay payments. This system is the same as putting cash into a fee tube and cannot be refunded.