Caribou National Forest's McCoy Creek Campground sits near the confluence of creek, river, and lake terrain in Alpine, Wyoming, accessible only by boat or on foot. No pets are allowed. Verizon cell coverage is spotty but occasionally available, and the road in has rough sections manageable for low-clearance vehicles. Amenities include drinking water, toilets, and a dump station. The campground draws crowds in high season but sees considerably less activity at other times, making it a reasonable choice for anglers and those seeking camping near Caribou National Forest. Blowout Campground lies roughly 1.7 miles southeast for campers weighing nearby alternatives.
Description
The McCoy Creek Campground is located on the__south end of the Palisades Reservoir. From Alpine, WY, take__Highway__89 south to Salt River - McCoy__Road #087__ go west approximately 6 miles the campground. There is a primitive boat ramp at the campground and it is possible to launch small watercraft; rafts, kayaks and canoes. McCoy Creek and Palisades Reservoir offers great fishing. There is very limited shade in the campground. All sites have a gravel surface. There are__17 single units, a full time campground host and firewood is available for sale at the campground.First Come/First Served; Dry Camping (No Host, Bathrooms Locked); No Fee after Fall Closure
Reservation Info
First Come
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMccoy Creek Campground is located in Wyoming near Alpine
Directions
From Alpine, WY go 5 miles south on Hwy 26/89 then 7 miles north on Forest Rd 087
Coordinates
43.1849 N
111.1003 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/24/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/24/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 1 hr 49 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 2 hrs 33 min from Pocatello, ID
- 3 hrs 1 min from Logan, UT
- 3 hrs 35 min from Ogden, UT






