Wyoming's high desert around Green River features stark contrasts between river corridors and surrounding badlands, with elevations ranging from 6,000 to 7,500 feet. Summer temperatures often exceed 90°F during day but drop to the 50s at night. Wind is a constant companion at campsites near Green River, Wyoming, with gusts regularly exceeding 20 mph, especially at higher elevation dispersed camping areas.
What to do
Fishing at Green River below Fontenelle Dam: Access prime fishing spots from dispersed camping areas along White Mountain Road. "We saw wild horses. We could ride the ATVs from campsite and had hundreds of miles of trails to choose from," notes a camper at White Mountain Road.
Kayaking at Flaming Gorge: The reservoir offers clear waters ideal for paddling. "We had an amazing spot right on the water. The views are spectacular. Sunsets/sunrise breathing. The dark skies were mesmerizing," reports a visitor at Flaming Gorge NRA Dispersed. Launch points are accessible from multiple shoreline campsites.
Stargazing from elevated sites: Clear skies and minimal light pollution create exceptional viewing conditions. "Perseid meteor shower was over us this night, and this was 10/10 stargazing country," mentions a camper at Firehole Canyon Campground.
What campers like
Solitude at dispersed sites: Many campers appreciate the ability to find isolation despite popular areas. "We stayed at a campground in town for what was going to be a night and scouted the area out. The view is incredible and they have nice firepits," reports a visitor at White Mountain Road.
Swimming opportunities: The clear waters provide welcome relief from summer heat. "We drove down a bumpy sandy road and was able to find a spot right on the water. Already has a stone fire pit. Enjoyed a beautiful sunset and a nice swim," shares a camper at Flaming Gorge NRA.
Consistent cell service at select locations: While reception varies widely, certain areas maintain good connectivity. "The view is so cool. Gravel road was very easy to get up. Further on the path, it did get rockier though," notes a visitor at White Mountain Road.
What you should know
Wind exposure affects comfort: High plateau locations experience significant wind. "As reviews said, it's definitely windy. But it was not miserable in my opinion, just took a little adjusting. The views are pretty spectacular," explains a camper at White Mountain Road.
Road conditions vary dramatically: Access to remote sites requires preparation. "Be careful if you put in your GPS coming from the east! It takes you to a dirt road with a 27% grade up and over the mountain! Don't try to drive down it with a big rig!" warns a visitor at Green River RV Park.
Insect activity: Bugs can be problematic in summer months. "There are spiders. Like a lot of them. They set up all over everything overnight and it takes about two hours to get them off of everything the next morning," cautions a camper at Buckboard Wash.
Limited services at dispersed sites: Most remote areas lack basic amenities. "There are no services very close to where we were. It's desert like. The silence was deafening. There's no shade. We didn't see very many pit toilets," notes a visitor at Flaming Gorge NRA Dispersed.
Tips for camping with families
Sheltered tent sites: When possible, choose locations with wind protection. "The fences protect the campsites for the tent campers, so we didn't feel the wind at all. We were so well protected," shares a visitor at Rock Springs/Green River KOA Journey.
Reliable bathroom access: Established campgrounds offer better facilities for families. "Clean, free, hot showers, clean bathrooms. Nice little dog park. Friendly staff. Easy access, free WiFi," notes a camper at Rock Springs/Green River KOA Journey.
Swimming safety: River and reservoir access points can have unpredictable depths. "We could walk about ½ mile down the main path and floated a mile before the dam at the county park—super fun and easy access," mentions a visitor at Green River RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Scout before committing: Many dispersed sites have limited turnaround space. "We are about 60' truck and fifthwheel. The main area really only has one spot for anything around 40' to be able to easily turn around without driving off the packed road," advises an RVer at Sweetwater Event Complex Fairgrounds.
Water pressure management: Bring regulators as pressure varies significantly. "The utilities worked fine but we needed a reducer as the water pressure was around 100 psi. We read reviews concerning low water pressure and they were working on the waterline in the CG," notes a visitor at Green River RV Park.
Overnight convenience: For quick transit stops, fairgrounds offer accessible alternatives. "When I first investigated this and saw that it had 1,200 FHU sites I figured it must have been a typo. But, sure enough there are that many sites. Easy access, easy setup and nice campground coordinator," shares an RVer at Sweetwater Event Complex Fairgrounds.
