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Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park

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Lower Wind River Campground in Boysen State Park is near Shoshoni, Wyoming. The area features flat terrain with the Wind River flowing nearby. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Boysen Reservoir and the Wind River Canyon, offering opportunities for fishing and hiking.

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All campsites are reservable only. Call the Call Center at 1-877-996-7275 to make a reservation.

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Location

Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park is located in Wyoming

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43.441315 N
108.172093 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Sep. 9, 2025

Wi-Fi no longer provided at this campsite

My wife needed to do a business call and so we relied on all of the reviews. That said how awesome the Wi-Fi was here. Turns out that Wyoming has discontinued that service at this campground. No Wi-Fi for the people paying for sites; only the camp hosts can use it. The flies were all so terrible here. I spent lots of time in the camper because of that.

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Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Jun. 26, 2025

Great fly fishing access

Wind River Canyon Campground is a beautiful spot tucked along the Wind River. There are no hookups, but water spigots are available throughout the campground to fill your tanks. As the name suggests, it can be very windy at times, so plan accordingly. Our site had nice shade and offered great views of both the canyon and the river. If you enjoy fly fishing, you’ll appreciate the easy river access right from the campground. It’s a peaceful, scenic place to stay— a great option if you don’t mind dry camping and want to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park by Tim R., June 26, 2025
Reviewed Nov. 9, 2024

Easy riverside campsite for the night

Campsites are simple and flat and alongside the river, which is nice. The campground is adjacent to the road so there is some road noise, but the river drowns out a lot of that.

Lots of oak tree shade.

Nice fault, toilets, and clean sites

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Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park by Erik B., November 9, 2024
  • Review photo of Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park by Erik B., November 9, 2024
  • Review photo of Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park by Erik B., November 9, 2024
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Reviewed Sep. 2, 2022

Great sites right on the water

I was lucky to find one of the sites that did not require a reservation available (only 2 tent sites are available this way). There is no reception here so quickly making an online reservation is not an option.

This campground has spacious sites for tents. I stayed on one of the sites on the ledge just above the water. The toilets are clean and the campground host is a great guy.

At 32.25 dollars it is definitely not the cheapest state park, but the location makes it worth it.

Would recommend

Site14
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park by Xander V., September 2, 2022
Reviewed Aug. 1, 2019

Wind River Canyon views

Pros and Cons to the location of this campground: great views of the Wind River and the tunnels, but right next to the highway and not much privacy between sites due to lack of underbrush. The half of the campground closer to the tunnels is walk up only and the lower half of the campground is reservation only. The host was very nice and happy to chat as long as you wanted, which might account for the lack of mowing. While there wasn’t much privacy between sites, they were at least well shaded by the trees (which were also good trees to hang a hammock in). The vault toilets were clean and sites all had picnic tables, fire pits and grills. There are no hookups for RV’s, but there is water available at the spigots scattered around the campground. Warning: it is loud in the day and into the late evening with trucks coming down and going up the canyon. However, if you get a site next to the river it quiets things down a bit.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park by Annie C., August 1, 2019
  • Review photo of Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park by Annie C., August 1, 2019
  • Review photo of Lower Wind River Campground — Boysen State Park by Annie C., August 1, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Lower Wind River Campground?

Lower Wind River Campground features spacious, flat campsites with ample oak tree shade. Water spigots are available throughout the grounds for filling tanks, though there are no hookups. The campground provides vault toilets and maintains clean sites. Both tent and RV camping are accommodated, with dedicated tent sites available. Some sites can be reserved in advance, while others (particularly two specific tent sites) remain available for walk-up campers only. Due to its location and terrain, the area can experience significant wind, so campers should secure their equipment accordingly.

Where is Lower Wind River Campground located in Wyoming?

Lower Wind River Campground is located within Boysen State Park in Wyoming, nestled alongside the Wind River. The campground offers scenic views of the Wind River and nearby tunnels. It's positioned adjacent to a highway, which provides easy access but does create some road noise (though the sound of the river helps mask much of it). The campground is divided into two sections, with the area closer to the tunnels being walk-up only, while the lower section accepts reservations.

Is Wind River Canyon camping available near Thermopolis, WY?

Yes, camping is available in Wind River Canyon near Thermopolis. Wind River Canyon Campground offers beautiful sites tucked along the Wind River with nice shade and scenic views. Be prepared for potentially windy conditions, as the name suggests. The campground doesn't offer hookups, but water is available. Note that Wi-Fi service has been discontinued at this location, despite what older information might suggest. Cell service may be limited in the canyon. The campground's proximity to the river makes it an attractive option for those wanting to enjoy the natural beauty of the Wind River Canyon area.

How does Lower Wind River Campground compare to Boysen State Park?

Lower Wind River Campground is actually part of Boysen State Park, serving as one of the park's camping areas. The campground offers a riverside setting with views of both the Wind River and the distinctive tunnels in the area. Unlike some other areas of Boysen State Park, Lower Wind River features a mix of reservation and walk-up sites, with limited tent-only spots available for spontaneous campers. The campground reflects the park's natural beauty with shade trees and river access, though it lacks privacy between sites due to minimal underbrush.