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People were great. River access with spots on the river. We came in October and only one other RV was there
Tent Camping near Cora, WY
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Tent campsites around Cora, Wyoming offer access to remote Wyoming wilderness, ranging from primitive creekside spots to dispersed backcountry tent camping in the Bridger-Teton region. With 13 tent camping options in the area, notable sites include the primitive Half Moon WMA - Pole Creek Campground located along a creek with fishing opportunities, and Fisherman Creek Road dispersed camping area, which offers walk-in tent sites across meadows and forested terrain within the greater Bridger-Teton region.
Road conditions vary significantly depending on the specific tent campground. Half Moon WMA requires high clearance vehicles for the final approach, with a visitor noting "it's a rough drive in down the last road" and recommending "high clearance, 4WD even better." Most tent sites in the area lack basic amenities - no drinking water, toilets, or trash service is available at most locations. Campers must pack in all supplies and practice proper waste disposal. Fire regulations change seasonally, with some areas permitting campfires while others maintain strict fire bans for tent campers.
Primitive tent setups in the Cora vicinity provide exceptional solitude and wilderness immersion. Most tent campgrounds see minimal traffic, especially on weekdays, creating peaceful experiences for those seeking quiet tent camping options. The Fisherman Creek area features numerous secluded tent sites with natural surroundings and wildlife viewing opportunities. Sites often include informal fire rings and room for multiple tents on level ground. A camper described the experience as "peaceful and quiet" and noted they "found a large spot about a mile up the road, on the left side" with enough space to maneuver comfortably. Insect activity can be significant in summer months, particularly mosquitoes, requiring proper preparation for tent campers.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Cora (13)
1. Fisherman Creek Road
"Long dirt road with lots of trails leading to nice spots. The road and most of the campsites are fit for large RVs. Most spots have shade and fire rings."
"Primitive dispersed camping."
2. Half Moon WMA - Pole Creek Campground
"Quiet site in the Pinedale area, so that's a positive. It's also by a creek, so you have fishing and water."
3. Spring Creek Trailhead
"There is a nice big picnic table at one site and a few spots with campfire rings and meat poles. There are no other amenities. The Greys River is right near camp as well as Spring Creek."
4. Cliff Creek Road
5. North Fork Sheep Creek Trailhead
6. Sheridan Creek Recreation Area
7. Little Greys River Trailhead
8. Bailey Creek Trailhead
9. Willow Creek Area
10. Snake River Canyon
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 37 min from Idaho Falls, ID
- 3 hrs 18 min from Logan, UT
- 3 hrs 20 min from Pocatello, ID
- 3 hrs 28 min from Ogden, UT
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Tent Camping Reviews near Cora, WY
322 Reviews of 13 Cora Campgrounds
Michele H.
TravelerFremont Lake
Absolutely breathtaking. What a paid campground should be - but still $15
We camp a LOT now that my husband is retired, so it is not for nothing when I say this is the most beautiful, best maintained campground we have ever been in. Many National Forest campgrounds are seriously underrated, but this one...
Campsites are huge, wooded and well-separated. Pit toilets only, but they are placed fairly frequently, are new and clean (considering.) Some campsites are fully paved, some are gravel and many are pull-through. Individual sites vary in terms of being level, but it wasn't difficult to find a level site. Water is available in the summer, but had been turned off for the season as of October 1.
Not every site has a view of the lake, but many do - and a beautiful view it is. The lake is pristinely clean, and there are lovely little beaches all along its edge.
The only concern we had was that we couldn't find closing information - all it says on the site is "Memorial Day." Some locals assured us that gates aren't closed until November, but we saw "Mid-October" online...
- MMichael A.Traveler
Daniel Junction
Great Overnight Stop
Full hookups. Most sites are not level enough for a long coach. Most are fine for tow behinds and fifth wheel. Store, fuel, restaurant. Very friendly people. Camping area is basically a gravel lot with mostly full timers.
- ttraveller 1.
LegendDubois Campground
Very expensive for what you get
It’s just a lot right in town. The river is pretty but not for the prices they want. We decided not to stay
- EErika B.
ScoutWarren Bridge Recreation Area Designated Dispersed Camping
Perfect overnight easy to find
Great spot in route. Right off the road yet still quiet. Pit toilets, and picnic tables worked great.
s K.GuideGreen River Lakes Campground — Bridger Teton National Forest
beautiful but needs a lot of maintenance
Visited this campground Sept 2026. Summer of 2025 a wildfire burned all the way up one side of the Green River valley. The campground was spared, probably due to heroic efforts by wildland firefighters. It's in one little wedge of green forest in the midst of crispy brown burned forest. The other side of the lake and valley were untouched.
Aside from the burn scars, the setting is beautiful with the broad valley of the Green River and the ridges and mountains, in particular Squaretop Mountain visible to the south.
The campground is somewhat battered from post-fire flooding and runoff. There is mud and charcoal mud washed across the roads and through many of the sites. The CG roads are rutted and have deep potholes; just take it slow. There are many sites that are still in decent shape though. Sites have picnic table, fire ring, and bear box. There aren't tent pads, but some sites are suitable for tents. There are several pull-through sites. The vault toilets are ok. The log cabin ones are pretty dark inside, due to having very small windows. There was no water available when i was there.
Trailhead parking for the CDT is less than 1/2 mile from the CG. It filled up most days I was there. It's nice to hike south along the lake. There are a few destination options for day hikers. I had planned to hike the loop around the lake, but the whole west (?) side was burned so I didn't go there; I just went to the upper lake and back. I saw a person catch a large fish out of the lake.
No cell service. As people have noted, the road from the snowmobile staging area to the CG is rough. Clearance is not a problem, but there is a combination of deep unavoidable potholes, washboard, and rocky road bed. I encountered a few deep mudholes on the way in, but they had dried up when I left a few days later. It took about 1 1/2 hrs to get there, towing a small camper. I aired down the camper tires to soften the ride a little but it's just dang rough and slow going. Make sure you have plenty of gas and supplies.
I tried going here one time in July but the mosquitos were just too much! In September I encountered few bugs at all.
Ricky R.
Rangersoda lake campground
Free Campground by Wyoming Fish and Game
Widely spaced camp sites all around Soda Lake. Sites have picnic tables and fire rings. Vault Restrooms are located in three or four locations. Boat ramp available. No water or electricity or trash service. About 8 miles out of Pinedale on all weather gravel roads. Some wash boarding when we were there. Very quiet and can accommodate various rig sizes. Weak phone signal. No shade so good Starlink and solar.
Valeriia S.ScoutWarren Bridge Campground and Picnic Area
Perfect place to stay for a night
Enough space for rv. Very clean and beautiful place. Worth it for 10$ fee.
Erich B.RangerEast Table Campground
Snake River camping
There are some sites that are not reservable. About 40% of the sites are first come first served. Check out at the sites is noon but I would recommend getting here around 10am to scope out who’s leaving. Bathrooms are not the cleanest but I think that has more to do with who does the pumping versus the camp host who cleans up. There are a few sites on the river and I would recommend trying for them. The river drowns out the road noise a bit.
Guide to Cora
Dispersed camping near Cora, Wyoming offers access to the Bridger-Teton National Forest region situated at elevations between 7,000-9,000 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 40-80°F with frequent afternoon thunderstorms in July and August. Winter camping requires preparation for sub-zero temperatures and heavy snowfall that can make many forest roads impassable from November through May.
What to do
**Fishing access: A major draw for Cliff Creek Road campers, with multiple stream access points. "The panoramas were stunning and I also took too many photographs," notes camper Karole S., who visited with family on annual holidays.
Hiking to waterfalls: The Spring Creek Trailhead area provides excellent day hiking opportunities with a moderate 5-mile trail to Spring Creek Falls. According to Carrie C., "Wyoming Peak was a wonderful hike, highly recommend! This summer has had the most amazing wildflowers!"
Wildlife viewing: The diverse terrain transitions from sagebrush to alpine forests, creating excellent wildlife habitat. Dawn and dusk offer prime viewing times, with multiple campers reporting deer sightings in camp. One visitor at Fisherman Creek Road mentioned, "Nobody passed our campsite that whole evening, aside from a deer."
What campers like
Solitude during weekdays: Most dispersed camping areas see minimal traffic Monday through Thursday. According to Donald B. at Fisherman Creek Road, "Lots of large sites with fire pits and turnarounds. I went 2-3 miles to find an isolated site. Many sites had campers parked but no people."
Availability without reservations: Even during summer, campers consistently find open sites. "There were many available campsites and it's not far from the main road at all," reports Tee C., who enjoyed the "quiet, hidden meadows" at Fisherman Creek Road.
Campfire-ready sites: Many dispersed areas feature established fire rings. Dakota H. notes that along Fisherman Creek Road, "Most spots have shade and fire rings. I came in late July and there were lots of motorcycles and ATVs. It was quiet from 7 PM to 7 AM."
What you should know
Vehicle requirements: Many camping areas require high-clearance vehicles. The terrain becomes increasingly rugged on secondary forest roads. At Sheridan Creek Recreation Area, campers find "toilette available and clean" according to Claudia, but other areas require complete self-sufficiency.
Cell coverage: Service is extremely limited but not completely absent in some locations. One camper at Fisherman Creek Road reported, "I had a bar of service via Verizon. Really had the place to ourselves."
Seasonal factors: Late summer brings significant mosquito activity. Bring appropriate repellent as one camper warned about "the crazy amount of mosquitoes. Bring bug spray!" Spring camping may involve navigating snowmelt and muddy conditions, while fall brings hunting activity to many areas.
Supply access: The nearest reliable services are in Pinedale, approximately 30 miles from most camping areas. One camper at Fisherman Creek Road mentioned a closer option: "About 5 miles west of Rim Station with an RV park and a little country store. Dump and fill station available there if needed. Owner is very kind!"
Tips for camping with families
Creek exploration: Children enjoy shallow creek areas for water play and exploration. Set clear boundaries and supervise closely as mountain streams can have swift currents after rain. Bring water shoes for rocky stream beds.
Wildlife awareness: Teach children proper food storage to prevent attracting bears and other wildlife. All food should be stored in vehicles overnight, not in tents. Half Moon WMA is noted as an area "used for fishing, hunting, trapping, camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing."
Weather preparation: Mountain weather changes rapidly even in summer. Pack extra layers and rain gear for children regardless of forecast. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in July and August, sometimes bringing hail.
Tips from RVers
Road navigation: Forest roads narrow significantly beyond main access points. According to experienced visitors to the area, long trailers and fifth wheels should avoid roads with tight switchbacks. One camper advised, "I don't recommend long rigs or long 5th wheels."
Turnaround space: Scout potential sites before committing, as some lack adequate turnaround space for larger rigs. At Fisherman Creek Road, Angie S. found the area "absolutely beautiful! Only 1 other camper here and we only saw him when driving in and out. Perfect spot to be away from the crowds."
Leveling challenges: Most dispersed sites are not leveled. Bring adequate leveling blocks and chocks as the terrain throughout the best tent camping near Cora, Wyoming is rarely perfectly flat.
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