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Campgrounds near Big Piney, Wyoming range from primitive BLM sites to full-service RV parks, with several options scattered throughout the Wind River region. The New Fork River BLM Campground offers basic amenities with river access, while Daniel Junction provides cabin accommodations alongside RV hookups about 30 miles north of Big Piney. Public lands support both tent and RV camping, with mixed-use campgrounds featuring varying levels of development from completely primitive sites to those with electrical hookups, picnic tables, and vault toilets.
Road access varies considerably across camping areas, with many sites requiring travel on gravel roads that may become difficult during wet weather. Seasonal operations affect campground availability, with Fremont Lake campground typically open from Memorial Day weekend through mid-September. Several dispersed camping areas have shorter seasons, with Soda Lake WHMA operating from early May through mid-November. Cell signal strength fluctuates throughout the region, with better coverage near highways and diminishing reception in more remote locations. A visitor noted that "cell signal on ATT and TMobile/Sprint good. Verizon not so good" at several of the river access camping areas.
Campers frequently mention the fishing opportunities along the Green River and New Fork River, where several public access areas double as primitive camping sites. Wind River View Campground and Highline Trail RV Park receive positive reviews for their mountain views and spacious sites, though some visitors mention road noise as a drawback. The more remote camping areas offer greater solitude but fewer amenities. "Nice remote campground... 23 mi from Big Piney, first 10 paved, last 10 are good condition graded gravel," reported one camper about Sacajawea Campground at 8,300 feet elevation. Many camping areas feature vault toilets but lack drinking water, requiring visitors to bring their own supplies. Bug activity can be significant near river areas, especially during summer months.
"On our way to another campsite when we realized it was too far turn around and found this it was a pleasant surprise bugs are thick after bug sprayed no problem Beautiful stars great moon isolated only"
"We had some vehicle issues and needed a place to stay close to Pinedale."
"Mountain view outside the window. Trash can at end of each site. Very Friendly Staff. Definitely would come back."
from $25 - $62 / night
Check Availability"Quiet location with a shower and heat in the bathrooms. I enjoyed my stay here but I am giving only 4 stars as it seemed over priced for the area and far from town compared to other campgrounds."
"Yes, it's a beautiful new park - talkin' clean and quality amenities - but its bonus is the surrounding open fields and mountains in the distance. I was shocked walking into the bathroom..."
"Bathroom is centrally located. Hot showers and nice size stalls."
from $54 - $74 / night
Check Availability"The only drawback is the wind gusts (so watch your awning)but that’s Wyoming! Beautiful sunsets, view of mountains!"
"Only $75 for the night after a long day of driving. Was an adorable little room with cable tv. Wi-Fi didn’t work and no one seemed to know why."
from $50 / night
Check Availability"Getting to soda lake was very straight forward and easy out of Pinedale. Very well maintained road."
"The camp sites were wonderful, right on the lake, however the surrounding vegetation doesn't really offer much privacy. Beautiful huge wild Horses also roam around, but they seemed like gentle giants"
"Get a reservation in advance for the best lakeside sites. Mew pavement has been added so that even big RVs can be comfortably parked: no hookups. A group site is also available for reservations."
"THE MID campground at Fremont Lake, just outside of Pinedale, WY."
from $15 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Very nice little off-ish grid campground in Wyoming. The camp host is super nice and there is water spaced out around the campground."
"Small BLM CG along Green River. 16 sites all pull thru, 21 miles outside of Pinedale WY on main hwy #191. Water spigots around, vault toilets, garbage can at each site, camp host onsite."
TravelerWe were struggling finding a place for the night and scared to go up that dirt road with the RV. Thanks to locals (thanks Bart and Diane) we were informed that we could go up the road and find nice spots to camp. We ended up spending two amazing nights up there.
TravelerThe road in should have been a warning, it beat the hell out of the rig. Very overgrown and narrow sites with swarms of mosquitoes the second you opened a door. No connectivity at all.
TravelerLevel sites, fire ring, grill and table, quiet at nights what more is needed. Water is available between the sites and there is a dump station, and trash container on the way in/out. Added benefit 15 minutes to Pinedale for anything you've forgotten or need to include a wash bay big enough for a 14' rig and laundromat
ScoutWe arrived here late on a weekday and found lots of open spots. Although, it wasn't always clear where the actual sites were and where the road was. There were quite a few campers set up along the river, and several people fishing.
We were able to find a level spot with trees around it and an easy walk to the toilet.
The toilet was clean and well stocked.
Saw lots of pelicans and other water birds in and near the river.
Very easy access with a good road.
Very quiet and pleasant stay.
ScoutSites are reasonbly spaced apart yet close. It was quiet during our stay with most indoors due to the heat. Pretty views of the plains. Town center is a mile walk/ ride away. What I didn’t like is how the picnic table and firepit is on the road, about a truck length in. Also their mowing of the lawn at 8AM within less that 5 feet of our trailer so overall we would not stay here again.
GuideThis is a fully dispersed site— it’s about ten minutes from Blue Forest if you’re interested in rockhounding for fossilized wood.
We pulled up at 6pm on a Saturday night, and most of the spots were still available.
The entire camp was maintained and clean. There’s a river to fish on and swim in (if you can brave the cold) and a hill to the river which makes it easier to put a boat in.
We had no issues until sunset around 9pm and the amount of gnats that came out was so insane, you could hardly breathe without inhaling a few.
Not mosquitos— gnats.
We had bug nets for our van so it was fine, but it forced an early bedtime. 🤣
Guide$12 for a site. We walked in on Monday July 6 and there were several sights open. I think there are only around 8 total sights. It’s at the top of skyline drive, with walkable access to multiple trail options into the wind river range. The site was clean and quiet. There is no water, but there are picnic tables, a bear bin, fire pit, and clean vault toilets.
GuideReally cool spot with views of the Wind River Range and Boulder Lake. There is a BLM specific site closer to the dam with a vault toilet and dispersed camping on the BLM land next to the shore. The roads are dirt so be mindful. I ended up getting my truck stuck and had to call a tow. Stick to high ground to park then walk down to set up camp if you want it on the shore. The roads do not go all the way around the lake. If you want to get to the south shore you must completely back track and go around.
TravelerBeautiful spot on the river, easy to get to with fire pit, table and vault toilet. We stayed at River Spot 2
Dispersed camping spots near Big Piney, Wyoming provide access to the Wyoming Range and Bridger-Teton National Forest at elevations ranging from 7,000 to 8,300 feet. The camping season generally runs May through October, with most remote areas inaccessible during winter months. Weather conditions can change rapidly, with afternoon thunderstorms common in summer.
Fishing access points: The Green River Fear-Reardon Draw Public Access Area serves primarily as a drift boat launch site but also permits camping. "This is primarily a fishing drift boat ramp access and parking, but this site also allows camping for the BLM limit of 16 days," notes a visitor.
Mountain biking trails: From Fremont Lake, campers can access both hiking and mountain biking opportunities. "This was a basic campground with access to hiking trails and also not far from the ski resort where there are downhill mountain bike trails," reports one camper.
Wildlife viewing: The sage-covered landscape around Soda Lake provides excellent wildlife viewing. "We saw a fair bit of wildlife in the area as well; pronghorn, horses, hummingbirds, bald and golden eagles, osprey, hawks, sea gulls, grebes, beavers, a plethora of ground squirrels, and a lot of cows on the hike to Little Soda Lake."
Large camping spaces: The Highline Trail RV Park receives consistent praise for its spacious sites. "Spaces are big and spread out. Everything was clean and well maintained," writes one camper. Another adds, "The grounds are well groomed with ample space between sites. Plenty of shade and great views of the mountains."
Mountain views: Wind River View Campground offers panoramic vistas despite some drawbacks. "Has beautiful view of the Wind River Range. Nice, easy-going host. Only downside would be the road noise, but that's not real bad," shares one reviewer.
Lakeside camping: Several dispersed camping areas provide direct lake access. "The campsites are close to the beach, with nice views of the wind river range," writes one visitor about the shoreline campsites. Another notes, "Right around the lake dispersed spots with lots of room between spots."
Wind exposure: Open camping areas often have little protection from strong winds. "The lake itself is beautiful and the sites are really large. All have fire rings and some nice large bbqs and there are public restrooms. Downfalls: no trees so the wind is brutal!"
Limited amenities: Many camping areas lack basic services. "Pit toilets and no running water. Very little verizon service," notes one camper about Fremont Lake. The New Fork River access areas have similar limitations: "No potable water, trash cans or table/fire ring."
Cell service variations: Soda Lake WHMA offers inconsistent connectivity. "AT&T service was poor without a booster, with 0-2 Bars of 3G service, but nearly no data throughput. With our weboost, it got a little better with 3-4 bars of LTE and speeds up to about 0.5 MB/s. T-Mobile service was good with 4 bars of 4G/LTE."
Convenience store access: Daniel Junction provides convenient amenities for families. "Gas is cheaper than in Pinedale. Propane on site. Convenience store...beer, liquor, deli," notes one camper about the facilities located 30 miles north of Big Piney.
Swimming restrictions: Families should know that not all water bodies are suitable for swimming. "The lake has leeches so no swimming... which was a huge disappointment," reports one camper about Soda Lake.
Recreation facilities: Some campgrounds offer activities for children. "Plus there's a basketball court, pickleball court, and cornhole to keep yourself or your kiddos preoccupied," mentions one reviewer about the Yellowstone Trail RV Park's amenities.
Site levelness: RV campers frequently note site conditions. "Huge spaces, clean and friendly. Spaces are big and spread out. Everything was clean and well maintained," shares one Highline Trail RV Park visitor. At Soda Lake, one camper found, "The site was surprisingly level too, almost didn't need to level at all."
Utilities quality: RV parks in the area offer variable hookup reliability. "The wifi consistently disconnected but I will assume it was due to a large storm in the area," notes one Wind River View camper. Another mentions, "Our sewer receptacle was a little recessed, so I couldn't get our hose threaded tightly, so I had to weight it down."
Road conditions: Access roads to many camping areas require careful driving. "There is no official Campground at Soda Lake... Access road is smooth graded with dust abatement...two access point and the north one is best to take advantage of the improved road conditions."
Frequently Asked Questions
What amenities are available at Big Piney campgrounds?
Campgrounds near Big Piney offer varying levels of amenities. Sacajawea provides 24 first-come, first-served sites with tables, fire rings, vault toilets, trash bins, and bear bins for $7 ($3.50 discounted). Water spigots are available throughout the campground. For those wanting more services, Daniel Junction offers WiFi, a restaurant, gas station, convenience store, and propane refills. Most public campgrounds feature basic amenities like pit toilets and fire rings, while dispersed camping areas typically have minimal or no facilities.
Where can I find campgrounds in Big Piney, Wyoming?
Big Piney offers several camping options in the surrounding area. Warren Bridge Campground and Picnic Area is located about an hour south of Jackson Hole with water access and good cell reception. For those seeking riverside camping, Green River Fear-Reardon Draw Public Access Area provides primitive camping spots with a boat ramp, primarily used by anglers. Additional options include Boulder Lake, Sacajawea Campground, and dispersed camping areas throughout the nearby national forests and BLM lands.
When is the best season for camping in Big Piney, Wyoming?
The best time for camping near Big Piney is late spring through early fall (mid-May to mid-September). Half Moon Lake Campground and other area sites are most accessible during summer months when mountain roads are clear of snow. At Boulder Lake, the season typically runs from June through September, with July and August offering the most reliable weather. Be prepared for cool nights even in summer due to the high elevation (many campgrounds sit above 7,000 feet). Early fall brings beautiful colors but increasingly cold temperatures, especially at night.
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