Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) sits among the stunning landscapes of Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG in Wyoming . With 19 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Aug-sep 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.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy) located in Wyoming, offering 19 camping sites.
Vedauwoo Tent Campground (Wy)
A Rural campground in Wyoming
Overview
vedauwoo Tent Campground Contains a Loop of 20 Tent-Only Sites. All Sites Have Tables, Fire Rings, Trash Pick Up and Access to Vault Toilets. Water May Be Available Inside the Main Campground, Look for the Water Handpump in the Main Campground’S Northern Loop Containing Sites 19-29. There Is Access to Rock Climbing and a Nature Trail Through the Rocks.
the Vedauwoo Tent Campground Will Have a Mix of Reservation Sites and First-Come, First-Served Sites for the 2025 Season. If You Are Not Reserving Your Site, You May Be Able to Pay for Your Campsite(S) by Cash or Check Once You Are at the Campground.
the Rock Formations at Vedauwoo Provide Oppotrunity for All Types of Rock Climbing.
Sightseeing and Wildflower Viewing Begin Within a Short Walk or Drive From Any Campsite. Turtle Rock Trail Leaves From the Campground and Winds Its Way Between Multiple Rock Formations While Passing Meadows, Streams, Beaver Ponds and Forested Areas. Box Canyon Trail Leaves From the Picnic Area, Contains Great Views Along a Short Distance and Is Fully Accessible to People with Disabilities.
Vedauwoo Tent Campground Accomodates Only Tents with Parking Spaces for a Normal Sized Vehicle. Sites Are Equipped with Picnic Tables, Campfire Rings, and Pedestal Grills. the Campground Also Offers Vault Toilets, Trash Receptacles, and a Water Handpump. No Electrical Hook-Ups, Water Hook-Ups, or Black Water Hook-Ups Are Available.
Handpump Water May Be Available in the Main Campground From July to September. These Dates May Vary Due to Weather, Well and/or Pump Maintenance, and Water Testing Requirements. As Such, We Encourage You to Bring Your Own Water or Call Ahead.
the Campground Winds Around the Boulders, Slabs and Cliffs of the Vedauwoo Rock Formation. the Formation Is Made Up of 10 Square Miles of Weathered Sherman Granite, Providing Lots of Space to Explore. the Vegetation Is a Variety of Limber Pine, Engleman Spruce, Douglas Fir, and Aspen. the General Area Was Once Used As a Hideout for Outlaws. Native Americans Thought Playful Spirits Piled Up the Boulders.
Nearby Attractions
Popular Attractions Near This Campground Include Turtle Rock Trail, Box Canyon Trail, and the Tie City Trail System.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 19
- 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: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Vedauwoo Campground (Tent)
City: , Wyoming 82070.0
Coordinates: 41.160062, -105.372697
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Picnic|electric|water|fire-ring|trail|rv|tent
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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📺 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
⚡ Laramie GM Auto Center
Distance: 13.7 miles away
Address: 3600 Grand Ave, Laramie, WY
Network: non-networked
Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 10344975
- 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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