Medicine Bow National Forest encompasses Forest Service Road 700 Designated Dispersed Camping, a free camping area that stretches along a washboard gravel road system with over 90 numbered sites. Located just off Interstate 80 near the Vedauwoo exit, this US Forest Service area accommodates everything from sedans to large RVs on its main access routes, though the road surface creates a bumpy ride that multiple campers describe as "terribly bumpy" with washboard conditions.
The camping experience here centers around dramatic rock formations that provide natural windbreaks and privacy between sites. Most spots feature established fire rings and numbered posts marking designated camping areas, with sites spaced far enough apart that campers report good privacy despite being visible to neighbors. Rara B. notes "just about every spot has amazing views," though she warns some sites are "VERY worn, small and uneven." A small creek runs through the area, providing water for campfires, and dead wood is readily available for gathering.
Rock climbing, hiking, and ATV riding draw many visitors to this area. The Nautilus parking lot near sites 1-4 provides access to climbing routes, while fishing opportunities exist at nearby Curt Gowdy State Park. Campers can explore multiple spur roads that branch off the main route, with reviewers consistently recommending driving as far back as possible for more secluded spots. The area sees heavy weekend use, particularly during summer months, with Vedauwoo offering developed camping just 0.7 miles away.
Road conditions and timing matter here. The main road remains accessible to most vehicles, but spur roads can have larger potholes while offering smoother surfaces overall. AT&T provides reliable cell service with multiple bars reported throughout the area. Weekend arrivals should expect competition for the better sites, while weekday camping offers more selection. Pack-in, pack-out rules apply strictly.
For campers wanting amenities, campgrounds around Buford provide developed alternatives within minutes of this dispersed area.
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Map & DirectionsForest Service Road 700 Designated Dispersed Camping is located in Wyoming near Buford
Coordinates
41.1553808 N
105.35393355 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/7/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 56 usersLast on 6/7/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 6/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 28 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 1 hr 4 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 1 hr 18 min from Greeley, CO
- 1 hr 41 min from Boulder, CO


































































