Best Campgrounds near Daniel, WY

The Daniel, Wyoming area encompasses several campgrounds along the Green River and nearby lakes, with options ranging from developed sites to dispersed camping. Warren Bridge Recreation Area offers designated dispersed camping with fire rings and picnic tables about 8 miles north of Daniel, while Warren Bridge Campground and Picnic Area provides more developed sites with water spigots and vault toilets. Daniel Junction RV Park supports RVs, tents, and cabin camping with amenities including electric hookups and a sanitary dump. The surrounding public lands include Bridger-Teton National Forest and BLM areas that accommodate primitive camping.

Most campgrounds near Daniel operate seasonally from May through September due to Wyoming's high-country weather patterns. Warren Bridge Campground remains accessible during summer months with level pull-through sites suitable for various camping setups. Roads to higher elevation areas like Boulder Lake and Willow Lake may require careful navigation, especially for larger vehicles. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region, with better coverage at Warren Bridge Campground and spotty or non-existent service at more remote locations. Reservations are recommended for developed sites during peak summer weekends, while dispersed areas generally operate on a first-come basis with varying stay limits. One camper noted, "Very nice little off-ish grid campground in Wyoming. The camp host is super nice and there is water spaced out around the campground."

Waterfront access represents a major draw for campers in the Daniel area, with the Green River providing fishing opportunities and scenic views. Several campgrounds feature riverside locations with established fire rings and picnic tables. Wildlife viewing receives frequent mention in visitor reviews, with opportunities to spot mule deer, moose, and antelope directly from campsites. The region's elevation results in cool evening temperatures even during summer months, making campfires a welcome feature at most sites. A visitor to Warren Bridge noted, "This nice little Campground sits on the banks of the Green River. There is water, pit toilets, fire rings, lamp post, and water. The only downside to the campground is it is located right along a fairly busy two lane Highway. However after dark the traffic Falls to almost zero."

Best Camping Sites Near Daniel, Wyoming (110)

    1. Warren Bridge Campground and Picnic Area

    11 Reviews
    Cora, WY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 367-5300

    "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."

    2. Warren Bridge Recreation Area Designated Dispersed Camping

    9 Reviews
    Cora, WY
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 367-5300

    "The only downside to the campground is it is located right along a fairly busy two lane Highway. However after dark the traffic Falls to almost zero."

    "RR was nearby and saw about 3 other cars there.well defined camp sites and each has a little road leading to it, so yes, take these! (I was unsure at first hehe)"

    3. Daniel Junction

    6 Reviews
    Daniel, WY
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 859-8274

    $50 / night

    "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."

    4. Soda Lake WHMA

    10 Reviews
    Pinedale, WY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 777-4600

    "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"

    5. Fremont Lake

    12 Reviews
    Pinedale, WY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 367-4326

    $15 - $50 / night

    "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."

    6. Yellowstone Trail RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Pinedale, WY
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 360-7275

    $54 - $74 / night

    "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."

    7. Willow Lake

    6 Reviews
    Cora, WY
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 367-4326

    "Hardly could be called a campground,  a few lakeside (if Lake not high) picnic tables, a few fire rings.  A little shade at lakes edge from Aspens.  Sage country typ. "

    "The lake is beautiful and great for kayaking or sup."

    8. New Fork Lake Group Campground

    7 Reviews
    Cora, WY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 367-4326

    $35 / night

    "Great lake for the kids play and paddle boarding and kayaking. We camped little away from the lake and took the ATV down to play for the day."

    "Arrived at New Fork Lake Campground on Thursday before the eclipse, the prime spots with good views of the lake were already taken."

    9. Highline Trail RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Boulder, WY
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 871-0865

    $25 - $62 / night

    "We had some vehicle issues and needed a place to stay close to Pinedale."

    "It was great to add this RV park in a perfect location to our platform."

    10. Half Moon Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    Pinedale, WY
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (307) 367-4326

    $12 / night

    "Sites are tucked into dense willow-aspen shrubs and only a few have paths direct to the lake, but there are two overflow parking spots that allow access to the beaches on lake."

    "Super close to the lake."

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Recent Reviews near Daniel, WY

326 Reviews of 110 Daniel Campgrounds


  • David M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 5, 2025

    Yellowstone Trail RV Park

    Nice spot in town

    Nice RV park. Great showers and spotless bathrooms. Relatively quiet.

  • Valerie J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 26, 2025

    Salt River Pass

    Fire

    We were headed to camp there, and we're met be fire crews. The mountain side is burned. It may be a while until you can camp there

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Granite Creek Road Dispersed Camping

    Gorgeous Mountain views above the river

    Spectacular views. Well dispersed campsites some on the Riverside some among the pines. Nice little trails along the top Edge of la plateau above the river. Gentle gurgling of the river. Seems like a popular spot. And it's a Thursday night in September. Rock Fire rings aren't hard to find. No cell service.

  • Sandy G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Kozy Campground

    Kozy sites.

    Easy off the road. Small sites by the river. Seems like some sites (parking) are more level than others. Clean bathroom. Very nice stop over on a long drive.

  • TF The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 10, 2025

    S Fall Creek Road Dispersed

    Nice spot, busy road

    This exact spot is medium/small and clearly gets very muddy at times. The creek is nice. Road is pretty busy from ~7am-7pm. There's another road right at this site which shoots east and probably has a few other sites. People would also go that way to shoot.

    Fall Creek rd has 1-2 sites before this one, and a few larger trailhead areas beyond it. Main road is a little washboarded in spots but perfectly prius friendly. Quite a few deer on the road as well.

  • Swampy W.
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Fremont Lake

    Large campground on beautiful lake

    This is a large campground along the lakeshore.  The lake is pretty big.  Most of the sites are on a bluff above the lake.  Many of the sites did not appear to have a specific area to set up a tent, so there were some tents set up on gravel or pavement.  There are no showers available.  There was a good tent site on the upper part of our site.  We had heard reports of mosquitoes, but did not have any problems.  There were reports of a black bear in camp looking for food.  All sites have bear boxes.  This campground is conveniently located if you are planning to do any hiking from the Elkhart Park area.  We hiked to Photographer's Point and the views were spectacular.  Also, it is just a few minutes drive into Pinedale where you can sample the beers at Wind River Brewing.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Willow Lake

    Not for me

    This is NOT a free campsite, the charge is $10. Location felt hectic and crowded to me. Sites were not easy to identify. It was Labor Day weekend Monday so it might be better for other times. I elected not to stay.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Fisherman Creek Road

    Easy and peaceful

    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. Little traffic on the road. Easy road in. Primitive dispersed camping.


Guide to Daniel

Camping areas near Daniel, Wyoming range from 7,000-8,500 feet elevation, explaining the region's short summer season from May through September. The mountain-fed rivers and lakes are typically clearest in late summer after snowmelt subsides. Nighttime temperatures drop significantly even in July and August, often falling below 45°F.

What to do

Boating on Half Moon Lake: Access the 12 campsite area with a small beach perfect for launching kayaks and small watercraft. "There are two overflow parking spots that allow access to the beaches on lake," notes one camper at Half Moon Lake Campground.

Wildlife viewing at Soda Lake: Set up with binoculars to spot diverse wildlife around this open-water habitat. "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," reports a visitor at Soda Lake WHMA.

Eagle watching near Boulder: The riverside campsites provide excellent vantage points for bird watching opportunities. One camper at Warren Bridge Recreation Area described a remarkable experience: "Directly across the river from our site is a tall pine with an eagles nest. 2 large Bald Eagles hang out there in the evening, while a large Golden Eagle watches the nest and fights off the peregrine falcons while they're gone."

What campers like

Level sites for easy setup: Campers consistently mention the quality of parking areas at several locations. A visitor to Warren Bridge Campground and Picnic Area noted, "We stopped here in our 30 ft class A on our way to the Grand Tetons. We pulled in 8pm on a Wednesday and there were about half the spots left and only two more filled in after us. Perfect for a night or two."

Fishing opportunities without crowds: Several lesser-known lakes provide good fishing with minimal competition. A reviewer at Willow Lake mentioned, "I love this spot because it is less populated than others. Camp spots are spread out so you aren't on top of each other. The lake is beautiful and great for kayaking or sup."

Cost-effective overnight options: Budget-conscious travelers appreciate the value of several area campgrounds. "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. Only $10/$5 nite senior. Even an RV dump included in camp fee," shared a Warren Bridge Campground visitor.

What you should know

Road conditions vary dramatically: Some access roads require high-clearance vehicles, especially after wet weather. A camper at New Fork Lake cautioned, "Very rough and run down campground. 15 sites but most are overgrown and small. Not advised for TT it or RVs as the access road is the roughest I have ever encountered, almost need high clearance vehicle."

Cell service inconsistency: Connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. "No T-Mobile nor AT&T cell service," reported a visitor at Half Moon Lake, while Soda Lake WHMA campers noted: "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."

Limited water access: Many primitive sites lack potable water. "This is a nice quite place for a trailer or motor home of any size. There are even nice concrete fire pits with a cooking grates," shared a camper at Warren Bridge, but visitors should plan to bring sufficient water supplies.

Tips for camping with families

Beach access considerations: Not all waterfront campgrounds have suitable swimming areas. A reviewer at Soda Lake WHMA warned, "The lake has leeches so no swimming... which was a huge disappointment. Like someone said earlier people leave trailers there for days at a time with no one coming to check so there are quite a few occupied spots with no one in them."

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Schedule early morning or evening animal watching sessions. "There is amazing Wildlife viewing right from the campground. On my last visit I saw mule deer, moose, and Antelope right from my campsite," shared one Warren Bridge Recreation Area camper.

Temperature planning: Pack extra layers for children regardless of season. "We stayed there and loved the serenity and the pronghorns. A little crowded but the rec area across the street was great," noted a Warren Bridge visitor, but families should be prepared for temperature swings of 30-40 degrees between day and night.

Tips from RVers

Site selection for larger rigs: Assess each campground carefully for turning radius and overhead clearance. At Highline Trail RV Park, a camper noted, "The sites all looked very level and are very spacious for a private CG. Ours was almost perfectly level. Some sites were open while others had a few trees."

Hookup availability: Full-service sites are limited in the Daniel area. "We are full-timers in a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow and needed a place to dump, do laundry and take on fresh water after a week of boondocking outside of Rawlins and this place fit the bill nicely," shared an RVer at Highline Trail, highlighting the importance of planning utility stops.

Leveling requirements: Many sites require minimal leveling despite the mountainous terrain. "All sites are level, so drive in and relax and enjoy the vastness of the Prairie," noted a camper at Warren Bridge Campground and Picnic Area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Daniel, WY?

According to TheDyrt.com, Daniel, WY offers a wide range of camping options, with 110 campgrounds and RV parks near Daniel, WY and 30 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Daniel, WY?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Daniel, WY is Warren Bridge Campground and Picnic Area with a 4.7-star rating from 11 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Daniel, WY?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 30 free dispersed camping spots near Daniel, WY.