Blackhall Lookout sits among the stunning landscapes of Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG in Wyoming . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jun-aug when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Blackhall Lookout located in Wyoming, offering 50 camping sites.
Blackhall Lookout
A Rural campground in Wyoming
Overview
Built in 1963, and Listed on the National Historic Registry, This Remote Lookout Tower Sleeps 4 Comfortably with One Queen Sized Bed, and One Twin Sized Bunk Bed.
Enjoy Your Stay at This Historic Site!
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.
Resting Atop of a Nearly 11,000-Foot Summit, Blackhall Mountain Lookout Is Perched in the Sierra Madre Range in Southeast Wyoming. Traveling to the End of One of the Highest Roads in Wyoming Rewards the Visitor with Panoramic Views of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest. the Tower Is Equipped with Propane Heat, a Propane Stove, Led Solar Lights, and Strong at&T and Union Signals. Don’T Miss the Beautiful Wyoming Sunrises and Sunsets and an Occasional Lightning Storm From the Wrap-Around Catwalk Offering 360-Degree Views!
Being a Remote Cabin, Water Is Not Available So Please Plan to Provide Your Own Water. a Vault Toilet Is Located Nearby. Also, Please Bring Your Own Bedding, Dishes, Silverware, and Cooking Utensils. Outlets and Charge Ports Are Not Available. Additionally, the Last 3 Miles Leading to Blackhall Mountain Lookout Require a High Clearance Vehicle with 4Wd. Packing a Saw in Case of Fallen Trees on the Road Is Also Recommended. Lastly, Please Be Advised This Is a Functioning Fire Tower and Therefore Availability of the Cabin Could Be Modified on the Reservation System at Any Time to Be Utilized During a Fire. 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.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: No
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Blackhall Mountain
City: , Wyoming
Coordinates: 41.03332126, -106.6838602
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Water|group-site|rv|cabin
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: No
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 6 stations
Nearest Market: Cheyenne/DENVER
Notes: Signals FROM Cheyenne/DENVER MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 10 stations (3 AM, 7 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KTWO 1030 Am
Market: Cheyenne/CASPER
Notes: 3 AM, 7 FM Stations from Cheyenne/Casper
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Copperline Lodge
Distance: 30.0 miles away
Address: 417 W Rochester Ave, Saratoga, WY
Network: non-networked
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10327282
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG
- Park Website: /parks/medicine-bow-routt-nfs-thunder-basin-ng/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: medicine-bow-routt-nfs-thunder-basin-ng
- Parent Park Name: Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG
- Correct Park Type Mapping: medicine-bow-routt-nfs-thunder-basin-ng
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 45.0
- States Covered: Wyoming, Colorado
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1059
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1059, 1059.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: wyoming
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: medicine-bow-routt-nfs-thunder-basin-ng
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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